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The British Columbia Reconciliation Award recognizes individuals, groups and organizations who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, integrity, respect and commitment to furthering reconciliation or inspired others to continue reconciliation efforts.  Read more >

The Aboriginal Housing Management Association (AHMA) and Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that affirms a shared commitment to advancing affordable, safe, and culturally appropriate housing for Métis people across British Columbia, while strengthening pathways to improved health and well-being. Read more >

A $600,000 three-year grant to the Aboriginal Housing Management Association (AHMA), an umbrella organization that supports 48 Indigenous housing and service providers across B.C. The grant will support AHMA members in managing their building portfolios and identifying retrofit opportunities across their housing stock, including projects that cut emissions and upgrade homes for climate resilience. Read more >

In 2025, AHMA contributed to research, reports, and engagement to further Urban Indigenous housing rights. A full list of 2025 highlights is available here. Read more >

 Fort Nelson Aboriginal Friendship Society (FNAFS) and the Aboriginal Housing Management Association (AHMA) are pleased to share news of an important project that will benefit the Fort Nelson community and reflect our shared commitment to safe, sustainable, and culturally respectful housing. Read more >

AqantⱠanam Housing Society (AHS) and the Aboriginal Housing Management Association (AHMA) are pleased to share news of an important project that will benefit the Cranbrook community and reflect our shared commitment to safe, sustainable, and culturally respectful housing. Read more >

Investing in Healthy Energy Homes is cost-effective. Every dollar invested in Indigenous housing can provide a social return on investment of around $6.79, including an estimated $3.12 in government savings, according to the (B.C.) Aboriginal Housing Management Association. Read more >

“BC Indigenous Housing Society is honored to be part of this historic project on Expo Boulevard. A 29-storey, 299-unit building dedicated to Indigenous families and individuals represents more than new housing, it represents justice, belonging, and a future where Indigenous people can thrive in the heart of their own homelands. This development reflects what is Read more >

HART’s assessment tools have already saved municipalities an estimated $6 million over the last year. A new Indigenous-led Housing Needs Assessment Tool, co-developed with the Aboriginal Housing Management Association and the First Nations Health Authority, could save smaller communities thousands more while improving local housing data.  Read more >

“This report reinforces the principle that housing is healthcare and advocates for holistic, culturally grounded solutions. It reinforces AHMA’s mission to provide a ‘For Indigenous, by Indigenous’ approach to housing. The report provides evidence that long-term, flexible investments in energy-efficient, climate-resilient homes deliver health, social, and economic co-benefits. By framing housing as a determinant of Read more >