News Releases

The $2.8B in URN funding promised in 2022, and reconfirmed in this budget, was designated for urban Indigenous housing and service providers. We are relying on the federal government to recognize the tireless work and expertise of AHMA members, who can deliver solutions at the speed, scope, and scale this housing crisis demands. Read more >

“We raise our hands to the incredible work of AHMA member Citaapi Mahtii for forming their Indigenous-led housing society and building culturally grounded urban housing, mainly for Ahousaht First Nation members who need to live closer to health care and community services. We look to support more exceptional accomplishments like this across B.C.” Read more >

The Aboriginal Housing Management Association (AHMA) and the BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres (BCAAFC) are proud to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Partnership, strengthening their shared commitment to advancing the rights, wellbeing, and self-determination of Indigenous Peoples in British Columbia. Read more >

The Indigenous Youth Housing Strategy presents a suite of For Indigenous Youth, By Indigenous Youth (FIYBIY) housing models. “We need to create culturally safe, supportive options for YIPs to live their best lives,” said Bailey Waukey. “The way to do this is by empowering young Indigenous people to be part of the process.”  Read more >

In the face of a very unstable economic and environmental outlook, it is critically important to ensure public wellness, safety and stability —all of which are improved through housing. AHMA would like to ensure that the housing needs of Indigenous people living off reserve are considered in the 2025 federal budget.  Read more >

“AHMA members – who operate the majority of dedicated urban Indigenous housing in B.C. – are facing increasing funding shortfalls that threaten their ability to meet the growing needs of their communities” Read more >

The FHA’s Annual Report urges the federal government to take proactive interventions that prioritize affordability, stability, and human rights in housing and homelessness policies. The Advocate continues to focus on encampments, Indigenous housing, housing for youth, and accessible housing for seniors and people with disabilities. Read more >

With the support of our partners, AHMA has submitted this three part, evidence-based request to address the urgent and rising housing and service needs of Urban Indigenous Peoples in British Columbia.  Read more >

In partnership with the First Nations Health Authority and the University of British Columbia, AHMA was successful in a national funding bid and will now take a lead role in building an Indigenous-led Housing Needs Assessment Tool for BC. Read more >

Housing Central Partners state that “safe, affordable housing provides the foundation for physical, mental, economic and community well-being, and requires spending by and collaboration among all levels of government to protect what we have and to make more of it.” Read more >