More than 180 homes open or underway for First Nation members, seniors, families
Summary
- A total of 183 homes, representing a mix of housing options, are open or underway as part of three projects on the Sunshine Coast
- It includes 94 affordable seniors’ homes opening soon in Sechelt, as well as 33 BC Builds homes and 43 child care spaces that are open in Gibsons
- Construction is also underway on 56 homes for shíshálh Nation Elders and families
SUNSHINE COAST - More people on the Sunshine Coast will have access to long-term rental homes as new housing opens in Sechelt and Gibsons and construction begins on more homes nearby.
“Strong communities are built when people can afford to live where they work, raise their families and stay connected to the places they call home,” said Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs. “These new homes on the Sunshine Coast will help seniors age in place, give people more rental options and create housing opportunities for First Nations families. By partnering with local governments, First Nations and community organizations, we’re delivering the homes people need and building a stronger future for communities along the coast.”
Across the Sunshine Coast, the projects will provide a total of 183 homes, representing a mix of housing options, including homes for seniors, families and First Nation members.
Homes opening
In Gibsons, 33 new homes are opening at O’Shea Place, 917 O'Shea Rd. Delivered through BC Builds, the homes are for people with middle incomes, including health-care workers, tradespeople and early-childhood educators. Sunshine Coast Affordable Housing Society will operate the new homes.
The Gibsons development also includes a 43-space child care facility at 915 O’Shea Rd. It includes 25 spaces for children between three and five and 18 spaces for school-age care. The centre received more than $2.8 million through ChildCareBC’s New Spaces funding, which is supported by provincial and federal investments under the Canada-British Columbia-wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement. British Columbia and the federal government have signed an extension to the agreement for 2026-27 to 2030-31. In June 2026, the Government of Canada announced that it is providing an additional investment of as much as $5.4 billion over two years, starting in 2026-27, to support all provinces and territories in keeping child care fees stable and affordable.
“Child care is an essential part of a thriving community, and more families in Gibsons will now have increased access to high-quality, affordable care closer to home,” said Lisa Beare, Minister of Education and Child Care. “By combining child care spaces with affordable housing, we’re supporting our child care workforce while also providing accessible care to families. Together we’re building a strong community where people can live, work and play right here on the Sunshine Coast.”
In Sechelt, a new 94-home rental building at Greenecourt, 5803 Medusa St., will soon open for seniors. Developed through the Community Housing Fund, the homes are designed to be affordable for seniors with low and moderate incomes. Sunshine Coast Lions Housing Society will operate the new homes.
Homes underway
Construction is also underway on 56 new homes at K’elexan Multiplexes, Selma Park Subdivision, on shíshálh Nation land in partnership with Tsain-ko Housing Society. The townhome development will provide homes for First Nation Elders and families and reflects a strong partnership with the shíshálh Nation.
“The Sunshine Coast is growing, and that growth needs to be supported with housing that works for residents,” said Randene Neill, MLA for Powell River-Sunshine Coast. “By increasing housing options for seniors, families and First Nation members, these projects will help meet local needs and support our vibrant, resilient communities right here on the Sunshine Coast.”
The homes are part of a $19-billion housing investment by the B.C. government. Since 2017, the Province has more than 99,000 homes delivered or underway, including more than 510 homes on the Sunshine Coast.
Learn More:
- To learn how B.C. is working to deliver more homes for people, visit: https://gov.bc.ca/homesforpeople
- A map showing the location of all announced provincially funded housing projects in B.C. is available here: https://www.bchousing.org/homes-for-BC
- To learn more about how the Province is working to provide families with access to affordable, high-quality child care, visit: https://ChildCareBC.gov.bc.ca
- For the most-requested Government of Canada housing information, visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/finance/manage/housing.html
BACKGROUNDERS
hiwus Warren Paull, Chief of shíshálh Nation and chair of Tsain-Ko Housing Society –
“Historically, K’elexan was a place of protection; today, we are reclaiming that purpose by using the land to defend against the modern threat of housing insecurity. By prioritizing our own Nation-owned contractors, we are ensuring that this investment directly supports our community’s growth and our long-term plan to become a truly self-sustaining Nation. This opportunity bridges the gap for our people to move back into our territory, and I hope it inspires the next generation of our members to pursue careers as engineers and technical professionals to build our future.”
Anna Gainey, federal Secretary of State for Children and Youth –
“Access to affordable child care is making a real difference for B.C. families. In partnership with the Government of British Columbia, the 43 new child care spaces in Gibsons will get families off wait lists and ensure children get the best start in life.”
Patrick Weiler, MP for West Vancouver-Sunshine Coast-Sea to Sky Country, on behalf of Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development –
“Our communities are stronger when the people who live and work in them can afford to put down roots. O’Shea Place will provide much-needed rental homes, child care spaces and create new opportunities for people and families to stay in the community they call home. Projects like this show what is possible when partners come together with a shared goal of building more housing and stronger communities.”
John Henderson, mayor of Sechelt –
“Housing for seniors and for workers are vital for sustaining Sechelt’s wonderful lifestyle in the future. We really look forward to the day when residents can move into this latest addition to the Greenecourt complex. These apartments offer seniors safe and affordable places to live and will help them continue to live independently.”
Silas White, mayor of Gibsons –
“This is another important milestone in our ongoing efforts to ensure more people in Gibsons have access to safe, affordable housing. This achievement reflects what can happen when local government, community organizations and senior levels of government come together with a shared commitment to our community. We are proud to support housing that helps local workers, families, seniors and residents remain part of the community they love.”
Kimberly Darwin, president, Sunshine Coast Affordable Housing Society –
“Sunshine Coast Affordable Housing Society is proud to open these new homes for the Sunshine Coast community. These 33 purpose-built rental homes, together with the new child care centre, will help local workers, families and children thrive by making it easier to live, work and raise a family close to home. This project reflects what can be achieved when governments, local partners and community organizations work together to address our region’s housing needs.”
Debbie Ferguson, president, Sunshine Coast Lions Housing Society –
“Sunshine Coast Lions Housing Society has been partnering successfully with BC Housing for over 40 years to bring critically needed independent living rental accommodation to seniors and persons living with a disability on the Sunshine Coast. The society is very excited to see our commitment to this next phase of our Greenecourt development come to fruition.”
Lot 55 Selma Park Subdivision on shíshálh Nation land
- The Province, through BC Housing, is providing more than $21 million through the Indigenous Housing Fund.
- Tsain-ko Housing Society provided the land, valued at $7.8 million.
Greenecourt, 5803 Medusa St., Sechelt
- The Province, through BC Housing, provided:
- more than $10.5 million through the Community Housing Fund
- a cost pressure grant of approximately $5.5 million
- approximately $675,000 in annual operating funding
- The federal government, in partnership with the Province, also provided $1.2 million through the Canada-BC Bilateral Agreement.
- The District of Sechelt waived development cost charges valued at more than $630,000.
- Sunshine Coast Lions Housing Society provided the land and $200,000 toward the project.
915/917 O’Shea Rd.
- The Province, through BC Builds at BC Housing, provided $4.2 million in grant funding.
- The Province is also providing a $2.9-million New Spaces Fund grant for the 43 child care spaces.
- The federal government, through the National Housing Strategy’s Affordable Housing Fund, provided more than $9.6 million.
- The Town of Gibsons provided the land leased at nominal value to the Sunshine Coast Affordable Housing Society, as well as approximately $615,000 in municipal development cost waivers.
- The Town of Gibsons received more than $2.8 million from the ChildCareBC New Spaces Fund for the child care centre.