This purchase of 10 newly-constructed units within a mixed strata helps to address the need for second-stage housing in Vancouver. Second-stage housing is a transitional step between emergency shelters and independent living for women that have fled violent relationships. Residents have access to on-site services, including assistance with finding permanent housing, and other programming that recognizes and addresses unique barriers facing women who have experienced violence and abuse, and are moving toward independence and self-reliance. Residents are also encouraged to participate in BWSS’s other programming, such as counselling, support groups, employment programming and legal advocacy.
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Notes:
**Priority Population(s): These are described for projects that explicitly fill some or all units with people who are part of a specific demographic that faces unique needs related to housing insecurity.
**Green Building Standard: This is described for projects that are designed according to a green building certification such as LEED (Gold/Platinum), Built Green (Gold/Platinum), and Passive House.
**Affordability Definitions:
Deeply Affordable – A home that is affordable to people on a very limited income, such income assistance, disability assistance, and income support programs for seniors.
Rent Geared to Income – A home that is available to people with modest incomes. Rent is calculated to be affordable based on the tenant’s income.
Moderate Income – A home that is available for a monthly rent that is equal to the low-end of rents available in the private market. Also referred to as ‘Middle Income’ and ‘Affordable Market’.
