Priority Placement Program

The Priority Placement Program helps women in British Columbia who have experienced violence or are at risk of violence. The program gives them priority access to BC Housing’s directly-managed units — social housing units that BC Housing manages day-to-day.

 

For women who are accepted into the program and live in Metro Vancouver, a priority placement coordinator will meet with you to determine the most suitable housing options for your needs. If a BC Housing directly-managed unit can meet your needs, the Priority Placement coordinator will support your transition into new housing.

Eligibility

• You are a woman who is fleeing violence or at risk of violence. This includes:
  • Women of any age;
  • Women with or without dependent children; and
  • Indigenous women living off-reserve or on-reserve.
• A service provider who knows your situation can verify your information. Suitable service providers include:
  • Staff from  safe homes, transition houses or second stage housing;
  • Staff from domestic violence units or victim services;
  • Social workers, case managers or counsellors;
  • Ministry of Children and Family Development workers; and
  • Doctors, nurses or other professionals in a similar field.
• You fulfil the eligibility requirements for subsidized housing, including residency, income and assets.