Across BC, employers are facing an ongoing challenge. In many communities, the lack of attainable rental housing is making it difficult to attract and retain staff. Resort municipalities, rural towns, tourism communities, and island regions feel this pressure the most.

Purpose-built staff housing provides a practical solution. When planned with intention, these developments support long-term stability for employers and create better living conditions for workers. 

Explore development feasibility, approvals, community concerns, and OCP guidance in Squamish and Kelowna, two of BC’s fastest-growing development regions.

Rising construction costs, shifting policy frameworks, and growing demand make project feasibility challenging. Fortunately, BC developers have access to a wide range of funding programs, grants, and financing tools that can transform early concepts into viable projects.