Let's Talk Housing: a Podcast by BC Housing

About Let's Talk Housing: a Podcast by BC Housing

British Columbia is in the grips of a housing affordability crisis decades in the making. The Province has an ambitious plan to tackle the crisis through the largest investment in housing affordability in B.C.’s history. Tasked with building tens of thousands of homes in hundreds of communities is BC Housing, the agency responsible for developing, managing, and administering a wide range of subsidized housing and homelessness services across the province. BC Housing doesn’t do this alone, they work with hundreds of partners. In this podcast, you’ll hear from those tackling the crisis head on.

Publisher

BC Housing

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 Jan 2022

Latest episode

22 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

55 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   22 Jan 2026

   Meeting BC’s new Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs

   In this episode of Let’s Talk Housing, we sit down with B.C.’s new Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs, Christine Boyle. As she steps into this critical role, we learn about how Minister Boyle is settling in, what inspires her leadership, and how her experiences have shaped her path forward. We’ll discuss her early priorities, explore her vision for tackling British Columbia’s housing challenges, and what her hopes are for the vibrant communities across B.C. From increasing supply and protecting affordability to working alongside local governments, our conversation with Minister Boyle focuses on what British Columbians can expect next, and how collaboration across sectors will shape the future of housing in our province. Guests Hon. Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs Learn More Shelter Aid For Elderly Renters (SAFER): https://www.bchousing.org/housing-assistance/rental-assistance-programs/SAFER (https://www.bchousing.org/housing-assistance/rental-assistance-programs/SAFER) Rental Assistance Program (RAP): https://www.bchousing.org/housing-assistance/rental-assistance-programs/RAP (https://www.bchousing.org/housing-assistance/rental-assistance-programs/RAP) Digitally Accelerated Standardized Housing: https://www.acceleratedhousing.ca/ (https://www.acceleratedhousing.ca/) BC Rent Bank: https://bcrentbank.ca/ (https://bcrentbank.ca/) Attainable Housing Initiative Heather Lands https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/strata-housing/attainable-housing-initiative-heather-lands (https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/strata-housing/attainable-housing-initiative-heather-lands)

2. 

   8 Jan 2026

   Building Homes Faster: How DASH Is Changing the Way We Build in B.C.

   Season 6 Episode 3 In this episode of Let’s Talk Housing, we explore how B.C. is using new tools and standardized designs to build homes faster and more affordably. DASH (Digitally Accelerated Standardized Housing) is a new online platform that helps developers and non-profits choose pre-approved building designs, use made-in-B.C. materials, and speed up the permitting and construction process. We talk about why faster housing delivery is so important right now, how standardized designs and prefabricated parts help cut costs, and how DASH supports local jobs and sustainable, low-carbon building. Our guests explain how the platform works, who it’s designed for, and what this could mean for communities across the province. This episode highlights how innovation and collaboration can help create more homes for people—quickly, efficiently, and in a way that supports B.C.’s future. Guests Esther de Vos, Executive Director, Research, BC Housing Chris Hill, CPA CMA What is Digitally Accelerated Standardized Housing (DASH)? Digital tools and permit-ready designs to help build multi-family homes faster, easier, and more cost-effectively. They’re ready to use and designed for architects, designers, and housing providers. DASH works by using standardized designs, prefabricated parts, and a coordinated supply chain. This helps lower costs, save time, and build more homes faster. Projects are delivered more quickly and consistently, without sacrificing quality or design. DASH also helps make better use of public and private funding. DASH is a collaborative tool. We invite builders, designers, and other partners to use the platform. Together, we can help create housing that is quality, sustainable, and ready when communities need it. Learn More Digitally Accelerated Standardized Housing: https://www.acceleratedhousing.ca/ (https://www.acceleratedhousing.ca/) #podcast

3. 

   27 Nov 2025

   Supporting Tenants: the Power of Support Programs and Services

   In this episode, host Mita speaks with BC Housing’s own Shaleen Pillay-Naidu and Amber Bell to explore how tenant support programs help make housing more than just a place to live. By featuring voices from the Tenant Engagement team, the conversation showcases how programs like community kitchens peer-led initiatives and the Tenant Activity Grant (TAG) helps create safe, supportive environments where families and youth can thrive. These programs demonstrate that housing is more than shelter — it’s a foundation for personal growth, empowerment, and community connection. The episode reinforces BC Housing’s commitment to holistic, people-centered approaches that support tenant well-being, strengthen local partnerships, and build inclusive, thriving communities across B.C. It directly aligns with the organization’s broader goals of advancing equity, resilience, and social connection in the housing ecosystem. Guests: Shaleen Pillay-Naidu, Manager, Tenant Engagement, Housing & Health Services Amber Bell, Tenant Engagement Worker, Housing & Health Services The Tenant Activity Grant (TAG) is a program that provides activity grants for tenants living in BC Housing directly-managed properties. If you are a tenant of a BC Housing building, you can apply for funding for projects, activities, workshops and parties at your housing site. You can contact your Tenant Support worker for more information and how to apply Learn more: https://www.bchousing.org/housing-assistance/tenant-programs-resources/community-programs-services/tenant-activity-grant #podcast #home #housing

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• Brad McCannell
• Doug Tennant
• Julianne Cressman
• Ryan De Bruyn
• Sekani Dakelth

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