HOUSING PROGRAMS ACROSS BRITISH COLUMBIA
A safe place to build what’s next.
Everyone deserves not just shelter, but the solid ground where independence is built.
A Key To Stability
Our affiliates provide services that reduce barriers to housing, provide safe homes, restore personal dignity, interrupt the cycle of poverty, and build safer communities.
A foundation for the future
Where we wake up each morning shapes the rest of our day. Housing insecurity turns our days into trials of survival with no pause. A home is more than shelter; it is the security of knowing you have a sanctuary, a place to be.
You cannot build a house starting from the roof down. But building a secure life starts with the roof. Housing is the foundation essential to being able to dream of what’s next.
The John Howard Society of BC provides that foundation so you can begin building. We are here to give people the space to be their true selves.
Our Housing Initiatives
Community starts with a place to stay
Eligibility
Our housing services are open to individuals and families across British Columbia who are…
Experiencing homelessness or housing instability.
Transitioning from justice or treatment programs.
Living with disabilities, addiction, or mental health challenges.
Seeking a safe, affordable, and supportive environment to rebuild their life.
Our Impact
Behind every number is a story of resilience, recovery, and new beginnings.
beds operated in transitional and supportive housing sites province-wide
%
of residents maintain housing stability after six months in JHSBC-managed programs
supportive units and multiple transitional sites across Victoria and Northern BC
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people supported through housing and community programs in 2023-2024
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Housing in BC
Our programs are open to individuals and families across BC who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or transitioning from incarceration, treatment, or crisis situations.
Transitional housing is typically short-term, between 6 and 24 months, depending on personal goals and readiness for independent living.
Some programs accept self-referrals, while others require a referral from a community agency, correctional officer, or support worker. Our staff can help you through the process.
Yes, residents usually pay an affordable rent based on income. Our staff can help identify rent supplements or financial aid options.
Residents have access to wraparound services such as counselling, life-skills coaching, employment training, and connections to healthcare or education.
Pet policies vary by location. Check with your local housing coordinator for details.
Our team works with you to secure long-term housing and provide continued support as you transition to independent living.
We operate programs in Victoria, Okanagan & Kootenay, Northern BC, and Northern Island, each offering different types of housing and local support.