Applying for Affordable Market Housing

Pacifica Housing offers affordable market rental housing for people who have a low-to-moderate income, but may not be eligible for subsidized housing. Your total household income must fall within the median income figures as determined by BC Housing.

Eligibility

Applicants for affordable market units can apply directly to Pacifica Housing by completing the Affordable Market Housing Application form below. An applicant must fall within the income eligibility brackets as outlined on page 2 of the application form. Completed applications can be emailed or delivered directly to Pacifica Housing by following the instructions on the application form. Affordable Market Rental Application

Applying for Subsidized Housing

To be eligible for subsidized housing, an applicant’s gross household income must be below certain income limits, as established by the Housing Income Limits (HILs). HILs are set by BC Housing and represent the income required to pay the average market rent for an appropriately sized unit in the private market.

Eligibility

Applicants must permanently reside in British Columbia when applying, and each member of the household must be one of the following:
  • Canadian citizen
  • Individual lawfully admitted into Canada for permanent residence
  • Refugee sponsored by the Government of Canada
  • Individual who has applied for refugee status

In Greater Victoria:
You are eligible for subsidized housing if your annual household income (not including GST and Child Tax Credit) is at or below:
  • $50,000 for a studio or 1 bedroom
  • $65,000 for 2 bedrooms
  • $82,000 for 3 bedrooms
  • $95,500 for 4 or more bedrooms

In Nanaimo:
You are eligible for subsidized housing if your annual household income (not including GST and Child Tax Credit) is at or below:
  • $44,000 for a studio or 1 bedroom
  • $56,000 for 2 bedrooms
  • $63,500 for 3 bedrooms
  • $74,000 for 4 or more bedrooms

How to Apply for Subsidized Housing in BC

You can apply to the BC Housing Registry to be considered for a subsidized rental unit in of our buildings or units operated by other agencies in BC. All prospective subsidized housing tenants must have a live file with the BC Housing Registry. There are two ways to apply:
  • Apply online or
  • Download and print the PDF Application Form
Printed forms can be mailed to the Housing Registry at 301 - 3440 Douglas St., Victoria, BC V8Z 3L5.

By completing the above Housing Registry Application, you will have an opportunity for subsidized housing locations throughout BC. Pacifica Housing properties are included in this housing directory, along with more subsidized housing options that are available from other non-profit societies and organizations.

After you Apply

When will I receive an offer for subsidized housing? The demand for subsidized housing far exceeds the available supply. As a result, it is not possible to predict when a unit may come available. Wait times depend on the number of unit turnovers and the needs of other households applying for housing.

Additional Information

  • Are you eligible?
  • Apply online
  • About subsidized housing