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ABOUT: Operated by Golden CED in partnership with BC Housing, The Cornerstone will provide 27 affordable rental homes for residents of Golden and Area A with low to moderate incomes. The building will include 21 one-bedroom and six two-bedroom units.
ELIGIBILITY: Visit the BC Housing website for eligibility requirements.
APPLICATION: Register with Golden CED to receive updates when applications open.
APPROXIMATE COST: Rent geared to income (RGI) calculated at 30% of gross household income, with eligible subsidies provided through BC Housing.
CONTACT: housing@goldenced.ca
ABOUT: A 30-unit family housing community offering one- to four-bedroom townhouses, operated by Canadian Mental Health Association Kootenays in partnership with BC Housing.
ELIGIBILITY: Visit the BC Housing website for eligibility requirements.
APPLICATION: Apply online through the BC Housing Registry.
APPROXIMATE COST: Rent is based on household income, with eligible subsidies provided through BC Housing.
CONTACT: CMHA property manager, Danine Sterzer 250-426-5269.
ABOUT: A shared home offering three large private bedrooms with shared kitchen and living spaces. Residents share household responsibilities. Zero-tolerance policy for substance use applies.
ELIGIBILITY: Individuals with a Persons with Disabilities (PWD) designation.
APPROXIMATE COST: Rent geared to income (RGI), calculated at 30% of gross income, to a maximum of $600/month. Utilities are included.
CONTACT: Doug Hyslop 250-426-3900
ABOUT: A 15-unit apartment building for independent older adults, offering eight one-bedroom units and seven studio suites. The building includes shared laundry facilities, a common room, and outdoor living space for residents. Purcell View is owned and operated by Golden Community Economic Development (Golden CED) and provides affordable housing for older adults in Golden and Area A with low to moderate incomes.
ELIGIBILITY: Local and long-term senior residents with low to moderate incomes who are able to live independently.
APPROXIMATE COST: Rental rates are determined at the time of unit assignment. Utilities are not included.
APPLICATION: Apply online or download a printable application through the Golden CED website.
CONTACT: housing@goldenced.ca
ABOUT: A 10-unit residence offering private studio suites with en suite bathrooms, owned and operated by Abbeyfield House Society of St. Paul’s. Residents have access to a shared dining room, communal living space, laundry facilities, and an on-site salon. Self-serve breakfast options are available, with lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner prepared daily.
ELIGIBILITY: Local older adults who are able to live independently.
APPROXIMATE COST: Rent is below market value and includes utilities and meals, with a current rate of $1,700/month.
CONTACT: Ann 250-344-4605
ABOUT: A 16-unit seniors housing community offering eight independent living units and eight assisted living units.
INDEPENDENT LIVING: Operated by Golden Community Resource Society (GCRS) in partnership with BC Housing. Residents live independently with the option to purchase dinner at an additional cost.
ELIGIBILITY: Older adults who are able to live independently and who meet BC Housing eligibility requirements.
APPROXIMATE COST: Rent geared to income (RGI), calculated at 30% of gross monthly income.
APPLICATION: Applications are available at Mountain View or through the BC Housing website and can be submitted to BC Housing or the local property manager.
CONTACT: 250-344-7924
ASSISTED LIVING: Operated by GCRS and Interior Health. Residents receive meal service and have access to 24-hour care aide support.
ELIGIBILITY: Placement is based on Interior Health eligibility and referral criteria.
APPROXIMATE COST: Rent geared to income (RGI), calculated at 70% of gross monthly income.
ABOUT: Two apartment buildings offering a total of 51 units with a variety of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments. Water and sewer are included. The Glen Crichton building includes hot water.
ELIGIBILITY: A credit check is required.
APPROXIMATE COST: $1,200 for one-bedroom and $1,700 for two-bedroom. Utilities are not included.
APPLICATION: Contact the property manager to receive an application.
COUNACT: Laura Fuller 250-272-0915
ABOUT: Two apartment buildings offering a total of 34 units, including 24 two-bedroom and 10 one-bedroom apartments. Units are being renovated as vacancies occur.
APPROXIMATE COST: $1,400 for one-bedroom and $1,700 for two-bedroom. Utilities are not included.
CONTACT: Louise Schnabl twinriversapartment@gmail.com
ABOUT: Offering 27 renovated rental units, including a variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units.
APPROXIMATE COST: $1,150-$1,450/month. Heat and hydro are included.
CONTACT: Nick Manhas 403-801-8944 or Taj Manhas t_manhas@hotmail.com
APPROXIMATE COST: $900-$1,350/month. Utilities are not included.
CONTACT: No contact available.
*Note: Information last updated December 2024
ABOUT: Two apartment buildings offering a total of 12 units.
APPROXIMATE COST: Unknown.
CONTACT: No contact available.
ABOUT: Located on Highway 1, typically available from fall through spring, with four units offering kitchenettes. Monthly rentals are preferably offered as housing for workers providing services in our community.
APPROXIMATE COST: $1,500/month.
CONTACT: 250-344-2276
ABOUT: Located in town, typically available from fall through spring, offering rooms with kitchenettes.
APPROXIMATE COST: $1,200-$1,500/month.
CONTACT: 250-344-7111
ABOUT: Located in town, typically available from fall through spring, offering rooms with kitchenettes.
APPROXIMATE COST: $1,600-$2,200/month
CONTACT: 250-344-5295
*Note: Information last updated December 2024
ABOUT: The Rental Assistance Program provices monthly rent assistance to eligible low-income families renting in the private market.
ELIGIBILITY: Households may qualify if they have at least one dependent child, a before-tax annual household income of $60,000 or less, less than $100,000 in assets, and pay more than 30% of their gross monthly household income toward rent. Applicants must also have lived in BC for at least 12 months and meet BC Housing’s residency and other program requirements.
APPLICATION: Visit the BC Housing Rental Assistance Program website for complete eligibility requirements, application forms, and information on how to apply.
ABOUT: SAFER provides monthly rent assistance to eligible BC seniors with low-to-moderate incomes who rent their homes.
ELIGIBILITY: Applicants must be age 60 or older, have lived in BC for at least 12 months, have a gross annual household income of $40,000 or less, and pay more than 30% of their gross monthly household income toward rent. Applicants must also meet BC Housing’s residency and other program requirements.
APPLICATION: Visit the BC Housing SAFER webpage for complete eligibility requirements, application forms, and information on how to apply.
