Our Impact
The Rental Protection Fund is reshaping community housing and preserving affordability for all.
3000+ more British Columbians now have secure housing that they can afford
The Rental Protection Fund safeguards affordable housing by providing capital to non-profit organizations to acquire existing, occupied rental buildings—protecting affordability and stability for tenants.
Housing impact
We protect and renew affordable homes to help communities stay rooted. By securing below-market rents and family-sized units, we support long-term housing stability.
1,595
homes protected
41%
of homes protected have 2+ bedrooms
44%
below market rents
22%
below CMHC local average rents
Why acquisitions?
New affordable housing is foundational, but preserving existing affordable homes is just as crucial.
Properties with significantly below-market rents continue to attract private and speculative investors eager to capitalize on opportunities for substantial rent increases and upside profits. Tenants can be displaced from their homes and communities. The Rental Protection Fund is a direct counter to this erosion, ensuring vulnerable housing stock remains affordable and protected for future generations.
Stories of impact
Investing in communities, protecting homes
Financial impact
Every acquisition catalyzes investment and grows the community housing sector.
$500M+
Increase in value for community housing sector
4x
the value of Fund investments attracted in private capital
$24M+
approved renewal grants
$266M+
funding committed
Immediate protection with long-term benefits
Secured Affordability
We preserve and protect homes to ensure long-term affordability for renters, shielding them from market volatility.
Sustainable Legacy
We invest in solutions that support lasting community impact—ensuring homes remain affordable for generations to come.
Capacity Building
We empower non-profit housing providers with the tools, training, and partnerships needed to grow and thrive.
Values-Driven Investment
We attract mission-aligned capital to scale impact—prioritizing social return alongside financial sustainability.
Sector reach
We’re transforming the community housing sector across British Columbia through collaborative partnerships.
36
properties acquired
21
municipalities
31
prequalified housing providers
32%
of B.C. multi-family apartment sales in 2024
The properties
The Rental Protection Fund has protected the affordability of 35 properties across British Columbia from Port Hardy to Vancouver to Vernon.
2860 & 2865 Packard Avenue, Coquitlam
3940 Pender Street, Vancouver
430 Michigan Street & 1500 Chambers Street
3806 24th Avenue, Vernon
211 Moilliet Street, Parksville
1098 Wilson Cres, Squamish
Driving innovation and national impact
The Rental Protection Fund's approach extends beyond preservation to innovation, attracting impact capital investment and inspiring the development of similar models nationwide. Aligned with major initiatives like the $1.5 billion Canadian Rental Protection Fund and $5 billion+ in CMHC programs, the Fund leverages data, strategic partnerships, and sound investment principles, emerging as a national leader in housing preservation and affordability innovation.