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Get help finding affordable housing and find listings of housing options.
101 - 4555 Kingsway, Burnaby BC (get directions to BC Housing)
1-800-257-7756
BC Housing develops, manages, and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options in BC. Applying with BC Housing is a great solution to long term housing issues but wait times for a spot can be long.
Learn more about BC Housing.
220 - 1651 Commercial Drive, Vancouver BC (get directions to the Co-operative Housing Federation of BC)
604-879-5111
Maintains a list on their website of housing co-ops currently accepting applications. Also has information on co-ops in general.
Learn more about Co-operative Housing Federation of BC (CHF BC).
#100- 13583 81 Ave Surrey BC (get directions to the Options Community Services Housing Office)
604-590-7368 housing.registry@options.bc.ca
Provide housing resources and a short term housing rent subsidies (catchment areas: Surrey, Delta, White Rock, Ladner and Tsawwassen) . Hours of service on appointment basis only from Tuesday to Thursday 9-11am and 1-3pm.
Learn more about Options Community services Housing Office
604-597-0205 safehaven@dcrs.ca
Offers support to refugee claimants and other humanitarian newcomers. Offers a wide range of help with housing, finding work, and learning English. Also has access to counselling services. 2SLGBTQI+ support.
Learn more about Safe Haven.
750 Carnarvon Street, New Westminster BC (get directions to the Seniors Services Society)
604-520-6621
Provides an online directory of various types of seniors housing in the Lower Mainland. Has housing information, referrals, and an outreach program. Also has a temporary housing program (cost geared towards income) for seniors who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Services are available to seniors age 60 and older living in most parts of the Lower Mainland.
Learn more about Seniors Services Society.
102 - 13771 72A Avenue, Surrey BC (get directions to SOURCES Newton Resource Centre)
778-731-9195 info@sourcesbc.ca
Provides a weekly housing list of advertised rental units and housing supplier applications. Will help you look for housing. Also provides phone to access potential housing rentals.
Learn more about SOURCES Newton Resource Centre.
See a small sampling of the affordable housing sites in Surrey.
The options listed here are only some of the affordable housing sites in Surrey. For a more options head to the BC Housing website or some of the other options listed in the previous section or below.
13788 - 71 Avenue, Surrey BC (get directions to Alder Gardens)
housingapplications@ywcavan.org
For single mothers and their children, with a supportive housing model that links to community services. Includes 36 units (2,3, and 4 Bedrooms) for single mothers, priority given to Surrey residents. Uses an income-based rent system.
Learn more about Alder Gardens (YWCA).
1550 Oxford Street, White Rock BC (get directions to Evergreen at Baptist Housing)
604-541-3817 (Assisted Living)
604-541-3835 (Independent Living)
Have rental units for seniors 65+ along with 84 units of Assisted Living for seniors who are cognitively able to direct their own care but who have needs that can be met on a scheduled basis. Assisted living units subsidized by Fraser Health and/or BC Housing.
Learn more about Evergreen at Baptist Housing (Assisted Living).
Learn more about Evergreen at Baptist Housing (Independent Living).
1014 – 7445 132 Street, Surrey BC (get directions to Kekinow Native Housing Society)
604-591-5299 Housing@kekinow.ca
Provides affordable, comfortable housing for low-income people of Aboriginal ancestry (Status, non-Status, Métis and Inuit).
Learn more about Kekinow Native Housing Society.
11030 Ravine Road, Surrey BC (get directions to Ravine Estates)
604-581-2322 newkins@telus.net
Social Housing development for families.
12075 75A Avenue, Surrey BC (get directions to PICS assisted living)
100 - 7566 120A Street, Surrey BC (get directions to PICS independent living)
604-596-0052 pics@pics.bc.ca
Units for low income seniors, with both assisted and independent living units. All subsidized by BC Housing. Service available in English and Punjabi.
Learn more about PICS Seniors Housing Complex.
2603 151 Street, Surrey BC (get directions to Sunnyside Villas)
604-538-8308
Subsidized housing for seniors in Surrey/White Rock. Rent based on 30% of gross income.
604-584-5811
25 unit affordable housing complex for families. Self referrals welcome.
Learn more about Sunset Grove.
Find emergency shelter or a safe place to stay.
Start by calling 211 if you are looking for a shelter bed. They keep a list of available beds that is updated twice a day. From there, try calling the outreach numbers for Lookout or Options listed below.
211
Provides a list of available shelter beds. A good place to start if you are looking for emergency accommodations. You can either call 211 or check the website for available beds. Updated twice a day around 11:30am and 7:30pm. Can also text 211 with the city your are in for information.
Learn more about 211.
604-584-2625 leon.semple@frafca.org
Youth (16-18 years) shelter with 1 to 30-day emergency stay. Goal oriented program. Plans reviewed weekly to determine a need for extension (up to 30 days). Residents have a worker who assists in developing an individualized plan of daily goals to secure housing. Daily meals, access to a computer and phone, & housing and job search forms. A low risk facility.
Learn more about the All Nations Youth Safe House (ANYSH).
604-282-3113
Transition housing for women and children fleeing abuse from their intimate partner. Eight fully-furnished suites with a 9 month stay. On site support from staff four days per week for emotional support, advocacy, court accompaniments, housing search etc.
Learn more about the Arbour House 2nd Stage Transition House (YWCA).
604-681-4437 info@atira.bc.ca
Housing for women along with other services. Atira offers both short term shelter and transition longer stay supportive options services. Also offers programs for children who have witnessed abuse and parenting programs.
Learn more about Atira Women’s Resource Society.
604-531-9143
Ama Transition House is available to women 55+ only and offers advocacy, referrals, and one-on-one support.
604-531-9143
A first-stage transition house staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Staff provides emotional support, referrals, and resource information, advocacy, court and other accompaniments, parenting support, harm reduction etc.
604-531-9143 koomsehsupport@atira.bc.ca
Koomseh provides supportive housing to 11 women and their children who have been impacted by abuse suffered in intimate relationships.
604-531-9143 maxxwright@atira.bc.ca
The Maxxine Wright Place serves women who are pregnant and/or have a newborn or are early parenting and need a safe place to stay. Women can access the shelter at any point during their pregnancy, and potentially stay until their baby is 6 months old. Have child care and health clinic for prenatal health. Also offers second stage housing program.
Learn more about the Maxxine Wright Place.
604-531-9143 shimaisupport@atira.bc.ca
A first-stage transition house for women and their children escaping abuse. Staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Staff provide emotional support, referrals and resource information, advocacy, court accompaniment, parenting support and on-site non-medical detoxification.
604-520-1166
Offers a range of supports for women, especially those involved in the criminal justice system. Have a range of housing supports including two shelters in Surrey, Cynthia's Place and Sheena's Place.
Learn more about the Elizabeth Fry Society of Greater Vancouver.
Surrey, BC
604-582-2456 or 604-520-1166 info@elizabethfry.com
Single women and mothers with children. Low barrier shelter. Harm reduction.
Learn more about Cynthia's Place.
9683 137 Street Surrey, BC V3T 4G8 (Get directions to the Rosewood Shelter)
Rosewood Building has 60 shelter beds for women and children. Support workers provide awake around the clock support and management of those hotel units for residents providing assistance and support to make plans to address their immediate crisis needs and housing plans. Women are provided meal support and laundry."
Surrey BC
604-581-1538 sheenas.place@elizabethfry.com
Single women or with children. Also open for transgender individuals. 1 family per room; singles share. Low barrier shelter. Laundry facilities available.
223 – 20316 56th Avenue, Langley, BC (get directions to the Ishtar Transition Housing Society Office)
604-534-1011 or crisis line 604-530-9442 info@ishtarsociety.org
Provides safe space for women and their children leaving abusive relationships or the risk of violence. Also provides counselling, victim services, and other supports for women and children. Two transition houses in the Langley and Aldergrove areas.
Learn more about the Ishtar Transition Housing Society.
604-255-0340 or Mobile Outreach: 604-589-4746 info@lookoutsociety.ca
Large social service organization that has 51 housing sites across the Lower Mainland. This includes the Gateway, Guildford and Parkway shelters but also other transitional housing and permanent supportive housing. These sites can be applied to directly, and there are application forms and further details on Lookout’s website.
Learn more about the Lookout Society.
10667 - 135 A Street, Surrey BC (get directions to the Gateway Shelter)
604-589-7777 surrey.shelter@lookoutsociety.ca
40 bed shelter for those 19+ years old. Supervised by staff during rest times, it offers separate ladies and men’s sleeping areas with washrooms. Locking storage and coat racks are available for use. On site laundry, shower facilities, free coffee, phone and daily meals for those staying at the shelter. Also has an integrated housing program for people staying at the shelter. The program can help with ID replacement, housing searches, assistance applications, advocacy, referrals to other agencies and other things.
14716 104 Avenue, Surrey BC (get directions to the Guildford Shelter)
778-293-0889 jennifer.harding@lookoutsociety.ca
40 bed shelter. 19+, allows pets and has space for couples. Daily meals for those staying at the shelter. Also has an integrated housing program for people staying at the shelter. The program can help with ID replacement, housing searches, assistance applications, advocacy, referrals to other agencies and other things. Phone staffed 24/7.
104 - 10660 City Parkway, Surrey BC (get directions to the Parkway Shelter)
604-582-0408 parkway@lookoutsociety.ca
Low barrier shelter. Daily meals and snacks. Also has an integrated housing program for people staying at the shelter. The program can help with ID replacement, housing searches, assistance applications, advocacy, referrals to other agencies and other things.
Surrey BC
1-888-456-8043 ext. 402 vancouver@nisahomes.com
Transitional home for immigrant, refugee and Muslim women and their children who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Also a safe haven for women experiencing domestic violence.
Learn more about Nisa Homes.
Mobile Outreach Worker: 604-765-6751
hylandoutreach@options.bc.ca
Operates two shelters in the Cloverdale and Newton areas.
Learn more about Options Shelters.
17752 Colebrook Road, Surrey BC (get directions to the Bill Reid Place)
604-574-4341 bruce.strom@options.bc.ca
Low-barrier shelter with 16 temporary beds for men and women 19+. Open 24 hours with all meals provided. Also offers laundry, housing workers and drug and alcohol referrals. Pet friendly.
Learn more about Bill Reid Place.hylandoutreach@options.bc.ca
6595 King George Highway, Surrey BC (get directions to the Hyland House)
604-599-8900
Mobile Outreach Worker: 604-765-6751
Provides a 35 bed emergency shelter. 20 units of supported housing for people needing help in achieving and maintaining independence. Also provides outreach to people who are homeless, at risk of becoming homeless or difficult to house. 19+ years old.
Learn more about Hyland House.
604-584-3301 (Evergreen) 604-572-5116 (Virginia Sam)
Transition house for women who have experienced abuse and their children. Offers temporary accommodation, support, basic counselling, advocacy, child and youth care workers, safety planning, help securing housing, and referrals.
Learn more about Options Transition Houses (Evergreen & Virginia Sam).
10776 King George Boulevard, Surrey BC (get directions to the Surrey Urban Mission)
604-581-5172
Breakfast and lunches for the general public, and a nightly meal for shelter guests. Main shelter is first come first serve. Once you have secured a bed, it will be kept for you until you no longer return. Shelter support workers are on site 7 days a week to help guests transition into housing, gain ID, and access medical services. Also have the Cove and Olive Branch shelters that include an overdose prevention site, laundry, showers and other services.
Learn more about the Surrey Urban Mission.
Get help staying where you are, paying rent or help with a difficult housing issue.
info@sourcesbc.ca
Website provides basic and clear information about tenancy, income assistance, disability benefits (provincial and federal), and other income supports. Has videos, FAQs, fact sheets, and links to other services and resources.
Learn more about Askanadvocate.ca by SOURCES.
816 20th Street, New Westminster BC (get directions to Aunt Leah’s Place)
604-525-1204 auntleahs@auntleahs.org
Range of supports for former foster kids transitioning out of care and for mother’s of young children who are at risk of losing custody. Works to prevent homelessness and to support people become self sufficient. Have housing sites, subsidies to pursue education, support workers, counselling, employment training and a range of other services.
Learn more about Aunt Leah’s Place.
604-589-0459 housingoutreach@atira.bc.ca
Offers help for women finding housing and maintaining it with support and referrals. Range of service, call for more information.
Learn more about Atira Homelessness Prevention & Housing Outreach.
604-433-2218 1-800-257-7756
Eligible low- and moderate-income households can receive up to $17,500 in rebates to complete home adaptations. The program allows seniors and people with permanent disabilities or diminished ability to gain greater independence within their homes.
Learn more about the BC Rebate for Accessible Home Adaptation.
604-531-9400 ext 201
Provides support, referrals and detailed information for seniors in the Surrey / White Rock Area. Includes subsidized housing, pension information, tenancy information or other community resources. Will setup an appointment at your nearest library branch.
Learn more about Brella Senior Connectors.
A101 - 10095 Whalley Boulevard, Surrey BC (get directions to the Fraser Region Aboriginal Friendship Centre)
604-595-1170 reception@frafca.org
Offers a range of supports for individuals and families who are at risk of, or facing, homelessness.
Learn more about Fraser Region Aboriginal Friendship Centre Housing Programs.
Helps reduce the amount of residential property tax. Applies to taxes paid by British Columbians to their municipality or to the Surveyor of Taxes for rural areas.
Learn more about the Home Owner Grant.
102 - 13771 72A Avenue, Surrey BC (get directions to the Homeless Prevention Program)
778-731-9195
Supporting individuals to maintain housing through advocacy and facilitated access to resources. Sources Rent Bank also offers micro-loans for rental and utility arrears, damage deposits and first month’s rent. Also assisting homeless individuals to find safe and affordable housing. Offers ongoing support (re. income supports, benefits, tenancy, other supports) to assist them to remain housed. Services include Housing First for chronically and episodically homeless individuals.
Learn more about Homeless Prevention Program.
contactcentre@cmhc.ca
Information for newcomers about housing options and how to rent or buy housing from the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation. Information is available in a number of languages.
Learn more about Housing for Newcomers—Information from CMHC.
604-765-6751 (Surrey/White Rock) 604-839-6371 (Delta, Ladner and Tsawwassen) hylandoutreach@options.bc.ca
Outreach workers can help you find housing, health and income support services if you are currently living on the street or at risk of homelessness.
Learn more about Options Mobile Outreach.
604-433-2218
Provides eligible low-income, working families with help with their rent. To qualify, families must have a gross household income of $40,000 or less, at least one dependent child, and employed at some point over the last year.
Learn more about the Rental Assistance Program.
400 - 5021 Kingsway, Burnaby BC (get directions to the Residential Tenancy Office)
604-660-1020 1-800-665-8779
The Residential Tenancy Branch provides landlords and tenants with information and dispute resolution services. The best place to start if you are dealing with a tenancy issue.
Learn more about the Residential Tenancy Office.
604-433-2218 1-800-257-7756
Helps make rents affordable for BC seniors with low to moderate incomes. Provides monthly payments to subsidize rents for eligible BC residents who are age 60 or over and who pay rent for their homes.
Learn more about SAFER (Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters).
102 - 13771 72A Avenue, Surrey BC (get directions to the SOURCES Rent Bank)
778-731-9195 srb@sourcesbc.ca
We may offer a one-time loan to low-income individuals and families who are at risk of homelessness for home eviction due to lack of, or shortage of, a monthly rent payment, utility arrears, damage deposit or other circumstance, as long as the loan completely alleviates the crisis. Other eligibility criteria apply including having a steady source of income to repay the loan.
Learn more about SOURCES Rent Bank.
10776 King George Boulevard, Surrey BC (get directions to the Surrey Urban Mission)
604-581-5172 Info@sumsplace.ca
Breakfast and lunches for the public, and a nightly meal for shelter guests. Main shelter is first come first serve. Once you have secured a bed, it will be kept for you until you no longer return. Shelter support workers are on site 7 days a week to help guests transition into housing, gain ID, and access medical services. Also have the Cove and Olive Branch shelters that include an overdose prevention site, laundry, showers and other services.
Learn more about Surrey Urban Mission.
City Centre Youth Hub 10453 Whalley Boulevard, Surrey BC (get directions to City Centre Youth Hub)
Newton Youth Hub 114-13479 76th Ave, Surrey BC (get directions to Newton Youth Hub)
604-592-6200 info@pcrs.ca
Supports youth up to the age of 24 in Surrey and Delta who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and fall outside eligibility with MCFD. Helps youth secure and maintain housing by providing one-to-one support, connection to income supports, housing advocacy, landlord mediation, moving assistance, and referrals to community resources.
Learn more about Surrey Youth Reaching Home.
604-255-0546 1-800-665-1185
TRAC educates individuals and community organizations about Residential Tenancy Law, promotes tenants’ legal rights and affordable housing in BC. Some legal representation available. Provides videos & publications in 21 languages. Info Line/Tenant Hotline 1-800-665-1185.
Learn more about Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre.
9815 - 140 Street, Surrey BC
604-584-5811 youthservices.info@options.bc.ca
For youth (ages 17-21) who want to improve their life skills and need rental assistance. Also, helps with skills to integrate into the community. A referral is required. Please request one from Child and Youth Mental Health.
Learn more about Youth Supported Independent Living.
13545 King George Boulevard, Surrey BC (get directions to the Welcome Hub)
Community Connections Centre: 604-585-1128 info@sumsplace.ca
This integrated community drop-in and shelter facility operated by Surrey Urban Mission Society (SUMS) provides meal services, 16 co-ed shelter beds, washrooms, laundry, respite space, outreach services, and mats during Extreme Weather Response. Access to the Hub, and workers, is available until 11 pm. Community Meals are served (anybody from the community is welcome to come for a meal): breakfast is at 8:00 am while lunch is at 12:00 pm (noon).
Learning more about The Welcome Hub.
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