The Government of B.C. is inviting non-profit and Indigenous housing societies, First Nations, housing co-operatives and municipalities to propose new affordable housing projects for the second intake of the Building BC: Community Housing Fund. Announced in 2018 as part of …
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Budget 2019 creates opportunities, makes life better for people
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Supportive homes and stability for people in need in Vancouver
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Declaration period to begin for speculation and vacancy tax
Between Jan. 18 and Feb. 28, 2019, people who own residential property in areas subject to the speculation and vacancy tax (SVT) will receive a letter with clear instructions for how to complete a declaration and register an exemption. By completing …