Sunshine Coast Affordable Housing Society

What Sunshine Coast Affordable Housing Society does

Sunshine Coast Affordable Housing Society (SCAHS) is a British Columbia-registered non-profit society established in 2016 that develops and operates affordable rental housing on the Sunshine Coast. It currently operates 76 rental homes across three Gibsons properties: Franklin Road Housing (3 units, completed 2021), Shaw Place (40 units, opened 2024), and O'Shea Place (33 units, completed May 2026), with Lighthouse Avenue (33 units) in pre-development in Sechelt. SCAHS uses a mixed-income model in which market-rate units cross-subsidize deeply discounted units, with affordability defined as housing costing no more than 30–35% of gross household income per CMHC and BC Housing standards; disclosed rents range from $941/month for a studio to $2,095–$2,200/month for 2-bedroom market units.

Revenue is generated through three streams: recurring rental income from owned properties; donations and fundraising (1000 Strong monthly donor program, Tapworks Cup annual soccer tournament, Bruinwood Apricot Brandy partnership, legacy giving); and non-repayable capital grants from federal (CMHC), provincial (BC Housing, ChildCareBC), and municipal sources. The paid operating team is intentionally small at three staff (Regional Housing Coordinator, Operations Manager, Administrative Assistant) supported by a 10-member volunteer board contributing 4,500+ hours annually, with property management outsourced to Holywell Properties. SCAHS also operates adjacent programs — Cover the Coast regional housing collaboration, Housing Solutions Hub digital platform, Kitchen Table Collective and NORC program for seniors aging in place, Coast Car Co-op tenant transportation service, and Essential Service Workers Rental Registry — serving essential service workers, young families, seniors, people with disabilities, and young adults across the Sunshine Coast.

Name

Sunshine Coast Affordable Housing Society

Legal name

Sunshine Coast Affordable Housing Society

Website

https://affordablesc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sunshine Coast Affordable Housing Society is a BC non-profit (founded 2016) that develops and operates affordable rental housing on the Sunshine Coast, currently running 76 units across three Gibsons properties and serving essential workers, families, seniors, and people with disabilities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Affordable Housing Services

NAICS

Other Community Housing Services (624229), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Other Residential Care Facilities (62399)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Affordable/Subsidized Independent Living (HUD/LIHTC) Communities (HLADAAAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Independent Living with Supportive Services (Light ADL/IADL Support) (HLADAAAE), Elder Services & Aging Support (BPAGAEAF)

Keywords

• Affordable rental housing
• Non-profit housing development
• Mixed-income housing
• Community housing solutions
• Seniors aging in place

Headquarters

HQ city

Gibsons

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Rental Income: Revenue from affordable rental units at Shaw Place, O'Shea Place, and Franklin Road properties. Uses mixed-income model where market-rate units cross-subsidize deeply discounted units.
2. Donations and Fundraising: One-time and monthly donations through 1000 Strong campaign, event fundraising (Tapworks Cup), Bruinwood Brandy partnership, and legacy/planned giving. All donations over $20 eligible for charitable tax receipt.
3. Government Grants and Funding: Non-repayable grants and capital contributions from federal (CMHC), provincial (BC Housing, ChildCareBC), and municipal government sources to fund construction and development.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Sunshine Coast Affordable Housing Society develops, owns, and operates affordable rental housing properties for essential service workers, families, and seniors on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia. Its core offerings include direct rental of affordable apartment units across three developed properties (Shaw Place, O'Shea Place, Franklin Road Housing), supplemented by an online Housing Solutions Hub platform that provides community-led housing resources, a Coast Car Co-Op tenant transportation service, and seniors aging-in-place programs.

Product overview

Sunshine Coast Affordable Housing Society (SCAHS) is a charitable non-profit housing organization established in 2016 that operates a portfolio of affordable rental housing properties and delivers innovative housing programs. The core product portfolio includes three developed properties: Shaw Place (40 units, completed 2024), O'Shea Place (33 units, completed 2026), and Franklin Road Housing (3 units, built 2021), with Lighthouse Avenue (33 units) in pre-development. These residential properties are complemented by the Housing Solutions Hub—a digital platform providing toolkits, guides, and resources for community-led housing solutions. SCAHS also operates programs including Cover the Coast (regional housing collaboration), Kitchen Table Collective (seniors aging in place), Citizen Developer Program, Essential Service Workers Rental Registry, and Coast Car Co-Op tenant service. The organization funds its mission through donations (1000 Strong campaign), fundraising events (Tapworks Cup), and branded merchandise (Bruinwood Apricot Brandy partnership). The portfolio serves essential service workers, families, seniors, and individuals with mixed-income housing using a rent-geared-to-income model where housing is affordable at 30-35% of gross household income.

Differentiator

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• Shaw Place A 40-unit affordable apartment building in Gibsons offering studio, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom units with dedicated suites for essential service workers. Completed in 2024, features heat pump/air conditioning, shared laundry, common areas, and is pet-friendly.
• O'Shea Place A 33-unit affordable apartment building in Gibsons offering studio, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom units with dedicated suites for essential service workers. Completed in May 2026, includes on-site childcare centre with 36 spaces. Features heat pump/air conditioning, shared laundry, and is pet-friendly.
• Franklin Road Housing Three affordable rental units in Gibsons including a 3-bedroom house with self-contained studio suite and a 2-bedroom laneway house. Built in 2021 through long-term land lease with Town of Gibsons and BC Housing capital grant.
• Lighthouse Avenue 33-unit rental apartment building planned in Sechelt with studio, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom homes including units for essential service workers. Collaborative partnership between District of Sechelt, Ministry of Education and Child Care, BC Housing, and SCAHS. Includes 77-space childcare centre.
• Housing Solutions Hub An online platform bringing together practical tools, research, policies, and funding information to support community-led housing solutions on the Sunshine Coast. Serves citizen developers, landlords, non-profits, and community partners with directories, guides, and implementation tools.
• Coast Car Co-Op for Tenants

Quantifiable outcome

• Built 43+ rental homes for young families, seniors, and essential service workers
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• District of SecheltcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Collaborative partnership for Lighthouse Avenue 33-unit rental apartment project with integrated childcare facilities.
• Bruinwood Estate DistilleryminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Partnership creating limited edition Apricot Brandy fundraiser where a portion of each bottle sold supports SCAHS' mission.
• Coast Car Co-opcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership providing shared vehicle access (Toyota Prius Hybrid and Dodge Grand Caravan) for SCAHS tenants at Shaw Place and O'Shea Place, reducing transportation costs for residents.
• Town of GibsonscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLandowner providing land at nominal rate and affordable housing reserve contributions for Franklin Road, Shaw Place, and O'Shea Place developments.
• Sunshine Coast Resource CentrecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Cover the Coast NORC program supporting seniors aging in place, and Kitchen Table Collective initiative.
• Partners in Change SocietyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization supporting Cover the Coast NORC program for seniors aging in place.
• Tapworks BrewingminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor and BBQ food donor for Tapworks Cup annual fundraising event.
• Sunshine Coast Credit UnionminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor for Tapworks Cup 2026 fundraising event.
• Holywell PropertiescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProperty management company handling rental applications, tenant screening, and property management for SCAHS buildings.
• Hey Wanna SaunaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business donating cedar barrel sauna sessions at Tapworks Cup event with proceeds to SCAHS.
• LX ProductionsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal production company providing music and entertainment at Tapworks Cup 2026.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Community Builders Vancouver: Non-profit affordable housing developer in Metro Vancouver creating mixed-income rental homes with integrated support services for vulnerable populations. Comparable to SCAHS in building affordable apartments, partnering with municipalities, and layering supportive services into housing projects.
• YWCA Metro Vancouver: Regional non-profit providing affordable housing, childcare, and employment programs for women and families. Comparable to SCAHS in combining affordable housing with licensed childcare, government-funded capital projects, and wraparound community programming.
• Coast Foundation Society 1974: BC-based non-profit providing supported housing and mental health services through integrated residential programs. Comparable to SCAHS in operating residential communities with embedded supports, though focuses on mental health rather than essential workers.
• Vancouver Native Housing Society: Non-profit affordable housing provider serving Indigenous residents across Metro Vancouver with mixed-income developments. Comparable to SCAHS in operating multi-unit affordable rental buildings funded through federal/provincial/municipal partnerships.
• Atira Women's Resource Society: Vancouver-based non-profit operating affordable housing for women and children with integrated support services. Comparable to SCAHS in non-profit housing operation, mixed-income units, and combining housing with wraparound programming (childcare, life skills).
• Catalyst Community Developments Society: Vancouver-area non-profit social purpose real estate developer that creates affordable rental housing through partnerships with government, non-profits, and funders. Directly comparable to SCAHS in operating model, mixed-use developments, and reliance on multi-tier government capital.
• Habitat for Humanity Canada: National non-profit that develops affordable housing through volunteer-led, community-driven partnerships with government and donors. Highly comparable to SCAHS as a charitable housing developer leveraging volunteer engagement, mixed-income models, and government funding streams.

Broad incumbents

• BC Housing: Provincial crown corporation providing capital funding, subsidies, and oversight for affordable housing across BC. Functions as a major capital partner and regulator for SCAHS projects rather than a direct competitor, but operates broadly in the same affordable housing space.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/scahsociety
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sunshine-coast-affordable-housing-society

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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