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In September 2017, a once-notorious establishment in Surrey, where sirens had rung out daily and women were profoundly exploited, underwent an incredible transformation with support from the Surrey Homelessness and Housing Society, which provided a $75,000 responsive grant for much-needed renovations.
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Tuesday March 1, 2022, Territories of Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Nations/Vancouver B.C. The Vancity Affordable Housing Accelerator Fund is a revolving loan pool that provides nimble, flexible, low-cost financing to not-for-profits undertaking affordable housing development projects during the acquisition, pre-development, and pre-construction phases. It also offers individual and institutional social impact investors an opportunity to invest in local, community-owned affordable...
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We harness the ingenuity, passion and assets of community to support the development of affordable, climate-ready housing that transforms local economies and builds a more just and sustainable world. We provide organizations with access to capital, expertise and support they require to develop their initiatives, support learning and sector development, and share learning and explore new ideas and models.
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Sometimes what makes the biggest difference in a person’s life is the sense of confidence that comes from getting back to work and belonging in the community.
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The vision is borne out of an undeniable need. People are better off when they can afford a home where home is: where they work, go to school, where their social connections are and/or where they’ve lived their entire lives.
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Developing practical tools and addressing key questions We initiate research projects to address specific questions and gaps that are important to our work and that of our community partners. Many result in practical tools and resources developed together with community. Our research and tool development complement and strengthen the work we do in granting, impact investing and advocacy. To learn...
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Evictions represent a profound disruption in the lives of renters. Eviction negatively impacts mental health, family stability, and community ties. As housing affordability continues to be a pressing issue in British Columbia, BC Rent Bank serves as a crucial tool in maintaining housing stability for vulnerable populations. Did you know that for every dollar invested in BC Rent Bank, there...
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Contributing to Useful Research We participate in research initiatives that yield practical tools and important insights into issues that matter to our work. This can be by contributing project funding, becoming involved through an advisory committee, and/or partnering in a collaborative initiative. These initiatives complement and strengthen the work we do in granting, impact investing and advocacy. To learn more...
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British Columbia's 2025 Budget was delivered Tuesday morning on the same day tariffs by the United States on Canada kicked off an unprecedented and unpredictable trade war. For the third year in a row, Vancity Community Foundation was there in Victoria to help deliver you the highlights from the announcement.