More Housing Resources

New Chelsea Society provides affordable housing to families.

Sheway is comprehensive list of affordable housing for women and children.

The Budzey is supported housing for women and women-led families.

Vancouver Native Housing Society (VNHS) aims to provide safe, secure housing and community support for Aboriginal individuals, “seniors, youth, women at risk, persons living with mental illness, as well as those who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless”.

Safe Homes and Transition Homes for Women Fleeing Violence is a list of services and programs for women fleeing violence, compiled by B.C. Housing.

Skwachàys Lodge has an Artist-In-Residence program that caters to Aboriginal self-identified artists at any stage in their development. The program is under the umbrella of Vancouver Native Housing and BC Housing. Artists are expected to volunteer 8 hours/month and are supported by an award-winning artist community.

Vancouver Native Housing Society (VNHS) aims to provide safe, secure housing and community support for Aboriginal individuals, “seniors, youth, women at risk, persons living with mental illness, as well as those who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless”.

See Youth Services below for more resources.

QMUNITY Youth Services provides counseling, youth drop-ins, one-on-one peer support, social/support groups and more.

RainCity Housing Support for LGBTQ2S+ Youth offers a free housing service for youth to support their long-term success and independence.

See Youth Services below for more resources.

Here is a variety of services geared towards youth in their teens to early twenties, youth in crisis and youth who are LGBTQIA2S+ and/or Aboriginal.

Broadway Youth Resource Centre is an information hub providing support to youth on “social, health, education, employment, and life skills”.

Vancouver Housing Support and Assistance at the Broadway Youth Resource Centre provides drop-in services, search help and support, crisis subsidies and furniture assistance to youth.

Vancouver Housing Waitlist is the waitlist to apply for youth housing programs at Thompson Court, The Annex and Kwayatsut.

Kwayasut is a two year supported housing program for Aboriginal youth, LGBTQ2S+ youth and youth under the age of 19. The age of participants range from 16-24. Participants meet with a support worker weekly to outline personal goals and to prepare for long-term success.

Housing Rental Assistance Program is a support service for youth from 16-24 who require help finding housing.

BYRC Resource Room has a drop-in program for youth from 13-24 who want to meet other youth and connect with a support worker and support services.

Youth to Adult Transition Program is a support program for youth from 15-18 to build skills and counselling to live independently.

Vancouver Native Housing Society (VNHS) aims to provide safe, secure housing and community support for Aboriginal individuals, “seniors, youth, women at risk, persons living with mental illness, as well as those who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless”.

Covenant House welcomes young people between the ages of 16 and 24 who are in need of short-term or emergency housing and is LGBTQIA2S+ friendly.

The Right Fit is a multi-partner service designed to address the crisis in wheelchair accessible housing by matching affordable, accessible homes and independent living supports with people who need them in Vancouver region of BC.

SCI BC’s Marketplace site is a one-stop hub for buying and selling disability related items and finding accessible housing and employment. SCI BC’s Marketplace is completely free and by creating a new account you will have access to all of its features and resources.

211 is a free and confidential service that connects people to helpful and vital resources in their community. We provide information and referral to a broad range of community, government, and social services that assist with basic needs like food and shelter, mental health and addictions support, and legal and financial assistance.

Covenant House welcomes young people between the ages of 16 and 24 who are in need of short-term or emergency housing and is LGBTQIA2S+ friendly.

Emergency Bursary Funding for BC Residents

The Province of British Columbia has made available emergency funding for both full-time and part-time, currently registered domestic students that are BC residents. This is non-repayable funding and eligibility will depend on each applicant's unique situation. Tuition fees for the semester must be paid in full in order to be eligible for the funding. Maximum funding is $750 and is limited to once per academic year. Please note that international and out of province students will not qualify for funding from this resource.

Emergency Bursary Funding for Out of Province and International Students

Funded by the Emily Cares Fund, the university makes available emergency funding for both full-time and part-time students who are currently registered and attending international and out of province residents.

This is non-repayable funding and eligibility will depend on each student’s unique situation and financial emergency.

Tuition fees for the semester must be paid in full in order to be eligible for the funding. Maximum funding is $750 and is limited to once per academic year.

Students in crisis can connect with the Counselling Wellness Team. To book an appointment, email counselling@ecuad.ca. We will respond to your email within 24 hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm).