For housing to enable a diverse, equitable, and resilient community in Squamish.
To catalyze housing solutions across the spectrum of housing needs in Squamish.
The Society partners with local agencies, Squamish First Nation, various governments, and the community to deliver housing services in Squamish.
This September 30th, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we are reminded that reconciliation is not a one-time event. It’s an ongoing commitment to face the truth of our shared history and to support Indigenous-led solutions. One of the most powerful forms of reconciliation is housing. With that in mind, we want to highlight the work of our partner…
As Squamish continues to grow, so does the need for housing of all kinds. To better support individuals and families currently seeking rental housing, Housing Squamish is updating our Housing Interest List. What is the Housing Interest List? The Housing Interest List is a list of people who are actively seeking rental housing in Squamish. The list is confidential and…
Introducing The Housing Scoop! Our goal? To spread the word about what we do, bring the community into the housing conversation and build understanding, together. Housing Q&A Series We're kicking things off with a Housing Q&A featuring Jonas Velaniskis, Senior Director of Community Development at the District of Squamish, and our Executive Director, Sarah Ellis. In the first video, we…
Squamish, BC – The District of Squamish is proposing to deliver new housing on a District-owned site at Government Road and Centennial Way. The proposed project would offer approximately 60 supportive homes in partnership with Squamish Helping Hands and 100 affordable rental housing units in partnership with Squamish Community Housing Society (Housing Squamish) to the Squamish community. The number of…
It’s no secret. Finding a place to live in Squamish has become increasingly difficult. Whether you're a long-time resident or a newcomer, housing challenges affect us all. Housing Squamish is working hard to be part of the solution. As a non-profit housing provider established by the District of Squamish in 2021, our mission is simple: To catalyze housing solutions across…
Our Executive Director Sarah Ellis met with Darren McPeake on Mountain FM for a chat about what Housing Squamish is doing to address Squamish's housing crisis. Sarah talks about our achievements in 2024 and our plans for 2025.
Housing Squamish manages 48 affordable homes, advocates for essential funding, and welcomes Alanna Gillis to strengthen their mission for secure, equitable housing in Squamish.
On April 15, Squamish's Point-in-Time Homeless Count helps inform critical services and funding. Your participation matters!
Housing Squamish delivers affordable community housing through new developments and managed units, ensuring everyone has access to secure and affordable homes.
Housing Squamish and Hiy̓ám̓ ta Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Housing Society collaborate to secure community-owned housing, embodying active Truth and Reconciliation by prioritizing Indigenous housing needs.
BC Budget 2025 promises expansion of affordable housing supports, yet limited funding for the Rental Protection Fund poses significant challenges for preserving existing affordable rentals in Squamish.
Housing Squamish gratefully and respectfully acknowledges that our work takes place on the unceded ancestral territories of the (Skwxwu7mesh) Squamish First Nation.
Ha7lh en skwalwn Kwis tl’iknumut tl’a Skwxwú7mesh Uxwumixw
