News & Events

The News & Events page on the Squamish Community Hosing Society website highlights recent and significant happenings.

  • Message From the Executive Director

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    As Housing Squamish celebrates its third year, we reflect on our progress in providing affordable housing to the community. With new team members and strong partnerships, we’re committed to ensuring stable, accessible housing in Squamish. Learn about our latest initiatives and what's ahead!

    Message from the Executive Director, Sarah Ellis
    October 15, 2024
  • Protecting Critical Rental Homes in Squamish: Tantalus Manor

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    Housing Squamish, in partnership with Hiy̓ám̓ ta Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Housing Society, secured Tantalus Manor, protecting 40 affordable homes for Squamish families. Discover how this move preserves crucial affordable housing and strengthens our community’s future.

    Protecting Critical Rental Homes in Squamish Tantalus Manor
    October 5, 2024
  • Housing Squamish Presents Five-Year Action Plan to the District of Squamish

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    Housing Squamish has unveiled a five-year plan to build 300 affordable homes by 2029, securing long-term funding and partnerships to close the housing gap in Squamish. Learn more about our goals, strategies, and how we’re working with the District to achieve sustainable housing solutions for the community.

    Housing Squamish Presents Five-Year Action Plan to the District of Squamish
    September 30, 2024
  • Welcome to the Team!

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    Housing Squamish welcomes two new members to the team: Rebecca Pousette, our Housing Manager, and Carol Coffey, our Society Operations Manager. With their experience in community housing and non-profit management, they’ll play key roles in driving affordable housing solutions in Squamish.

    September 27, 2024
  • News Release: New Affordable Housing Available to Squamish Families  

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    Squamish, B.C.: Squamish Community Housing Society (Housing Squamish), in partnership with Polygon Homes, the District of Squamish, and BC Housing, is pleased to announce that applications to rent eight new homes are now open. “Housing Squamish is thrilled to manage eight new homes in the Highline community at Garibaldi Springs. These homes will provide families who live, work and recreate…

    August 6, 2024