Publications & Reports
Access our latest research, reports, and publications on housing trends, policy analysis, and community development initiatives.
Metro Vancouver Housing Data Book 2025
Comprehensive housing data and statistics for the Metro Vancouver region, covering housing supply, affordability trends, and demographic analysis across member municipalities.
BC Housing Action Plan 2025–2028
BC Housing's strategic action plan for 2025 to 2028, outlining priorities, investments, and initiatives to address housing affordability and homelessness across the province.
Build Canada Homes
A new federal Crown corporation driving long-term affordable housing solutions by building affordable homes at scale, financing non-market housing, and catalyzing the housing industry through modern methods of construction.
Building Smarter, Faster: Technology and Policy Solutions for Canada's Housing Crisis
A C.D. Howe Institute report examining how technology adoption and policy reform can accelerate housing construction and address Canada's housing supply shortage.
Housing Needs Report – City of Vancouver
Vancouver's official Housing Needs Report assessing current and projected housing demand, affordability gaps, and priority populations requiring housing support across the city.
BC Transit-Oriented Areas Provincial Policy Manual
Provincial policy manual guiding local governments on implementing transit-oriented development areas to increase housing density near transit hubs across British Columbia.
Metro Vancouver Inclusionary Housing Policy Review: Regional Model Policy Framework
A regional framework reviewing inclusionary housing policies across Metro Vancouver municipalities, proposing a model policy to increase affordable unit requirements in new developments.
Canadian Construction & Cost Guide (Altus Group)
Altus Group's comprehensive guide to construction costs across Canadian markets, providing benchmarks for residential and mixed-use development to support housing feasibility analysis.
CMHC Core Housing Need Methodology
CMHC's methodology documentation explaining how core housing need is measured in Canada, including definitions, data sources, and analytical frameworks used in national housing assessments.
Socio-Economic & Labour Market Outcomes for Households in Core Housing Need
CMHC research report examining the socio-economic characteristics, labour market outcomes, and income profiles of Canadian households experiencing core housing need.
Affordable Housing Crisis: A Comprehensive Analysis
An in-depth examination of housing affordability challenges across British Columbia, analyzing market trends, policy impacts, and demographic shifts.
Affordable Housing Market Analysis 2024
A comprehensive analysis of affordable housing trends, market conditions, and policy recommendations for sustainable community development.
Community Development Impact Study
Evaluating the social and economic impact of community-centered housing initiatives on local neighborhoods and resident wellbeing.
Sustainable Housing Initiative Guidelines
Best practices and implementation strategies for incorporating sustainability principles into affordable housing programs and developments.
Indigenous Housing Strategy Framework
Comprehensive strategy developed in partnership with Indigenous communities to address unique housing needs and cultural considerations.
Housing Needs Report – City of Burnaby
Burnaby's Housing Needs Report identifying gaps in housing supply, affordability challenges, and the needs of vulnerable populations to guide future housing policy and investment.
BC Housing Affordable Housing Program Framework
BC Housing's framework outlining the structure, eligibility criteria, and funding mechanisms for affordable housing programs across British Columbia.
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