Housing FAQ

Yes, we have dedicated accessible units at Centrepoint, Spirit Creek, and Harrow Road. Riverstones does not have any fully accessible units, however some units have been modified to better suit people with physical disabilities.

Yes. At Castle Rock, we have several accessible parking stalls on the property. Each townhouse has its own private covered carport.

At Riverstones we have several accessible parking stalls in close proximity to elevators on the property. Each home is provided with a private parking stall for one vehicle.

At Centrepoint, there are two accessible parking stalls and accessible stalls at Spirit Creek as well.

For Market units, selection is based on a first come first served process. Complete applications that meet eligibility requirements are added to a waitlist, and when a unit becomes available applicants are contacted in order.

For Rent Geared to Income and Deep Subsidy units, selection is done via a tenant selection committee comprised of SSCS staff members from a variety of backgrounds. Selection is made based on housing need.

Sea to Sky Community Services has a one pet policy. Should you have any questions, please reach out to housingadmin@sscs.ca.

We’re not sure! It may be a while. The wait time depends on the type of housing you require and our housing availability. Unfortunately, there is a large demand for affordable housing in Squamish. A new placement can only happen after a current resident moves out.

In Pemberton, we are building the Harrow Road Affordable Housing and Community Hub. Construction and occupancy are estimated to be complete by Fall 2026. Please see www.sscs.ca/harrowroad for application deadlines. Once the building is fully occupied, a new placement can only happen after a current resident moves out.

Please contact Housing Admin at housingadmin@sscs.ca and let them know your situation has changed.

We do not provide emergency housing. But we have homeless outreach and prevention workers who may be able to help. Please contact our main office (604 892 5796).

Please refer to the BC Housing Registry. The type of housing you might get is determined by your income level and household size.

We do not share placements on the wait list. Should a suite become available and you are next on the wait list, we will reach out to you directly.

Ensure you have accurately declared your income in your application, and that you have proof of income ready should it be requested.

Most often the timing of housing placements relates to the differences in eligibility for one of the units. Criteria include available sizes of units (1, 2, 3 or 4 bedrooms), type of housing (homes for families, seniors and people with disabilities) and income level.

Market rentals are based on a waitlist system and are first come first served in terms of application order.

Rent Geared to Income and Deep Subsidy rentals are selected by a tenant selection committee comprised of SSCS staff from a variety of backgrounds. Decisions for housing are based on housing need as well as factors like what kind of unit is available.

We encourage people to look at all possible options for affordable housing in the Sea to Sky Corridor. Finding suitable housing can take time, and exploring multiple options is a good idea.