Reprinted from the Housing as a Human Right issue of Visions Journal, 2022, 17 (2), p. 32
Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre (TRAC)
Tenant Infoline: 1-800-665-1185 or 604-255-0546
TRAC provides easy-to-understand information about renting in BC, BC tenancy laws, rights and responsibilities of renters, communicating with landlords, solving problems, and seeking dispute resolution. TRAC also provides free legal advice and representation to tenants. If you have a question about your tenancy, you can also reach TRAC by sending a private message on Instagram (@trac_bc), Facebook (@tracbc), or Twitter (@trac_bc).
Vancouver Tenants Union
The Vancouver Tenants Union advocates, supports, and organizes to empower tenants and recognize safe and secure housing as a human right. You can find resources on renter’s rights, find a directory of legal advocates if you need help with your own tenancy, and connect with other tenants groups in BC.
Homeless Hub
Homeless Hub is a library and information centre for all Canadians. Learn the basics around what causes homelessness, who is affected, and how we can end homelessness in the Homelessness 101 series. There are lesson plans for educators teaching about homelessness in their classroom. You can also find personal stories from people affected by homelessness. Homeless Hub is stewarded by the Canadian Observatory on Homelessness, a national research institute.
Aboriginal Housing Management Association
AHMA supports Indigenous housing providers in BC. Find directories of housing providers, housing services, and related housing supports.
Emergency Management BC
gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-management
Learn more about what you can do to prepare for disasters like floods and wildfires, what to do if you receive an Evacuation Order, how to see if you qualify for disaster financial assistance, and where to go for help with recovery.
On the Way Home
A podcast co-hosted by the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness and Blue Door. On the Way Home brings housing challenges in Canada to light and explores innovative strategies at home and around the world.
Housing as a Human Right
- United Nations Human Rights—The human right to adequate housing at ohchr.org/EN/Issues/Housing/Pages/AboutHRandHousing.aspx. An introduction to key issues and the elements that make housing adequate.
- Government of Canada—National Housing Strategy at placetocallhome.ca. Learn more about Canada’s National Housing Strategy, current initiatives, and past consultation reports.
