Opening 73 seniors' homes in Peachland

Phase 2 expands housing options for seniors

Summary

  • New seniors' housing is open in Peachland, adding 73 homes, including 15 fully accessible suites, to the community
  • Seniors began moving into their new homes at 4444 5th St. in late March 2026
  • The Province, through BC Housing, provided a Community Housing Fund grant of approximately $11.6 million

PEACHLAND - Seniors in Peachland began moving into their new homes with the opening of 73 affordable rental units at 4444 5th St.

The project is part of the more than 2,700 homes delivered or underway in Peachland and surrounding Okanagan communities.

"Many seniors are struggling to find housing they can afford, which is why these new homes in Peachland matter," said Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs. "These much-needed homes help seniors stay within the community, close to loved ones and supports they rely on. This new seniors' housing complex reflects our commitment to expanding affordable options for seniors and strengthening communities across B.C."

A thriving seniors' community

The five-storey building, named The Residences on 5th, is the second seniors' housing on site, following the opening of a 74-unit building in 2019. It offers a range of one- and two-bedroom homes, including 15 fully accessible suites, for seniors who can live independently. Residents also benefit from shared gathering spaces on the fourth and fifth floors, along with indoor and outdoor amenity areas to support connection and well-being.

"Seniors in Peachland and surrounding communities will have more opportunities to continue living in the community they call home with these additional homes," said Harwinder Sandhu, MLA for Vernon-Lumby. "This growing housing complex will help foster a strong, connected community where seniors can age in place with independence and dignity. This is part of our government's record investment in affordable housing for seniors, who have helped us to build this province."

Both buildings in the complex are managed by the Peachland Seniors' Support Society, on land leased from the District of Peachland at a nominal fee. The Province, through BC Housing, contributed approximately $11.6 million for the development through the Community Housing Fund, and will provide approximately $810,000 in annual operating funding.

The project is part of a $19-billion housing investment by the B.C. government. Since 2017, more than 95,000 homes have been delivered or are underway, including more than 2,700 homes in Peachland and surrounding Okanagan communities.

Quotes:

Patrick Van Minsel, mayor of Peachland -

"Today marks an important milestone for Peachland as we celebrate the opening of these beautiful new homes for seniors. This development offers more than housing, it provides comfort, independence and the opportunity for residents to remain connected to the community they helped build. This project reflects the dedication of the Peachland Seniors' Support Society, BC Housing, council and District of Peachland staff who worked together to make it possible."

Keith Fielding, president, Peachland Seniors' Support Society -

"Our board is thrilled to see this much-needed project come to fruition. It has been a rocky road but unrelenting support from BC Housing, the professional expertise of Van Mar Construction and the district's decision to approve making the land available have been keys to its success. We look forward to seeing the positive impact these homes will have in the lives of residents."

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