Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs

The Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs is responsible for providing British Columbians access to more affordable, safe and appropriate housing, and for supporting local governments and residents to build vibrant and healthy communities.

Featured topics

• Attainable Housing Initiative – Heather Lands
  The Attainable Housing Initiative at the Heather Lands aims to provide homeownership for up to 2,600 middle-income households in Vancouver.
• Homes for People
  Learn how B.C. is tackling the challenges people face every day, and helping more people find a home they can afford in a community they love.
• 2026 Local Elections
  General local elections in B.C. are held every four years on the third Saturday in October. The next general local elections will be held on October 17, 2026.
• BC Housing
  BC Housing develops, manages and administers a wide range of rental assistance, subsidized housing, and shelter options across the province.
• Residential Tenancy Branch
  Provides information and resources for tenants and landlords about their rights and responsibilities under provincial tenancy laws and dispute resolution services.
• Short-term Rentals
  Information about short-term rentals in B.C. including registration information, the principal residence requirement and other legal requirements under the Short-Term Rental Accommodations Act.
• Development Finance
  New and updated development finance tools that local governments can use to help fund the costs of infrastructure and amenities needed to support complete and livable communities.
• Homeowner Grant
  The homeowner grant reduces the amount of property taxes you pay each year on your principal residence.
• Local Government Grants
  Grant programs to support the delivery of community organization programs and infrastructure funding opportunities.
• Homelessness Services & Programs
  Find a shelter or outreach worker. Get information about the range of programs and services available in B.C.

Featured services

• Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters (SAFER) and Rental Assistance Program (RAP)
  Lower income seniors and eligible low-income working families may be eligible for help with their monthly rent payments.
• Short-term Rental Registry
  Use this online system to apply for a Short-Term Rental Registration number if you plan to operate a Short-Term Rental in BC
• Housing Listings
  Use this tool to search for buildings and build a list based on your specific criteria.
• Building and Safety Standards
  A provincial regulation that governs new construction, and building alterations, repairs and demolitions.
• Public Libraries 
  Public libraries are at the heart of B.C.'s diverse and unique communities.

Minister

Parliamentary Secretary

Deputy Minister