Housing Loss Prevention Services
CHA's Housing Loss Prevention program provides a suite of services to assist and support individuals and families who are at imminent risk of losing housing. We gratefully acknowledge Reaching Home: Canada's Homelessness Strategy, the United Way, and the BC Rent Bank that provide funding for these programs.
Please know that we are not affiliated with BC Housing and do not have access to any housing waitlists within the community.
For all BC Housing inquiries please call: 1-800-257-7756
How We Can Help
Emergency Assistance
This program assists applicants by providing financial grants towards eviction due to rental arrears or hydro disconnections. We cannot provide support for pet/damage deposits or motel/hotel stays.
Available once in a twelve-month period per household. Funds are distributed on a first come first served basis until the monthly quota is exhausted.
Housing Search Resources
Looking for affordable rental housing in the Cowichan Valley? Not sure where to start?
Below are some helpful tips for your rental search.
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Many landlords post on Facebook Marketplace or in local groups.
It can be beneficial to make a brief post in these groups with information on what type of housing you are seeking, your budget, number of tenants, etc.
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Websites
thepropertymanagers.ca
preferredpropertymanagement.ca
meicorproperty.com
broadstreet.ca
usedcowichan.com
kijiji.ca
craigslist.org
Other Resources
Below are resources that you may be eligible for outside of CHA's services and programs.
BC Housing Programs
There are a variety of rental support programs offered through BC Housing including the Rental Assistance Program for low-income families and SAFER rental assistance for seniors.
Utilities Assistance & Support
If you're a BC Hydro customer experiencing a temporary financial crisis and you've fallen behind on your BC Hydro bill, you may be eligible for a grant payment to avoid disconnection of your service.
Happipad Room Sharing
Happipad is about matching two compatible people – a host and a renter – into a mutually beneficial living arrangement. The host gains a happy face around the house, a helping hand, and some extra cash. The renter is given affordable, comfortable housing with a like-minded roommate.