Housing
Providing Safe, Affordable Housing for Those in Need
At the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Vancouver Island, we believe that access to safe and stable housing is a basic human right. Housing is the foundation for building a better life, and it allows individuals and families to focus on achieving personal goals, maintaining health, and building a brighter future. Through our housing programs, we offer affordable and transitional housing solutions that meet the unique needs of our community.
Why Housing Matters
Access to affordable housing provides more than just a roof over someone’s head – it offers a pathway to stability, dignity, and opportunity. Many individuals and families face barriers such as rising rent costs, income instability, or health challenges. By offering affordable and transitional housing, we help people move beyond these obstacles, fostering hope and empowering them to create a better future for themselves and their loved ones.
Our Housing Options
Saint Vincent de Paul Centre
Location: 831 Yates St., Victoria
The Saint Vincent de Paul Centre provides single occupancy studio units for at-risk individuals. Of these, 15 units are filled through referrals from Island Health’s Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) Program. All rents are subsidized, with tenant contributions determined based on their income. Subsidized units are filled by selecting tenants from the BC Housing Registry.
Rosalie’s Village
Location: West Saanich Road Saanich, Victoria
Rosalie’s Village is an affordable long term rental apartment building that offers one bedroom, single occupancy units for women who have low-to-moderate income. This building has a bona fide exemption under the BC Human Rights Code. When units become available, they are filled through local advertising.
Millennium Manor
Location: 4383 West Saanich Road, Victoria
Millennium Manor offers independent housing for seniors aged 55 and over and adults with disabilities. This building offers one and two-bedroom units, with a mix of subsidized and low-end market rental options. Subsidized units are allocated through the BC Housing Registry, while low-end market units are filled through local advertising.
Memorial Manor
Location: 4353 West Saanich Road, Victoria
Memorial Manor provides independent housing for seniors aged 55 and over and adults with disabilities. All rents are subsidized with tenant contributions determined based on their income. Subsidized units are filled by selecting tenants from the BC Housing Registry.
Please Note:
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Vancouver Island (SSVP) is in the concept planning and feasibility stage for the long-term redevelopment of the Saanich Campus. Due diligence will be completed in June 2026, and then concept plans will be developed.
The goal of the redevelopment is to provide more affordable, high- quality housing on this large site. For more information, click on the following link
SSVP Bulletin Board Updates_v2
How to Apply
To register for subsidized housing through the BC Housing Registry, click here.
For units with low-end market rents or more information about our housing options, contact our Property Management team:
- Phone: 250-727-0007
- Email: info@svdpvictoria.com
Second Stage Transitional Housing Program
SSVP provides short-term programming with housing for women, with or without children, who are at risk of intimate partner violence, with stays of up to two years. The program supports participants in working toward personal goals, emotional stability, and financial independence as they transition to permanent housing. Staff are available to offer emotional support, safety planning, and referrals to community resources.
As a transitional housing program, we are members of the BC Society of Transition Houses.
For inquiries about the Transitional Housing Program:
- Email: info@svdpvictoria.com
- Link for more information and our application Rosalie’s Village Application