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B.C. Opposition demands audit of housing providers

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 22 Nov, 2022 04:48 PM

VICTORIA - British Columbia's Opposition Liberals are calling for independent audits of two social housing providers as Premier David Eby marks his first days in office by setting out plans to tackle the housing crisis.

Liberal Leader Kevin Falcon says Eby must launch independent reviews at BC Housing and Atira Women's Resources Society after leaked reports indicated mismanagement.

After newly installed NDP Premier David Eby appeared in the @BCLegislature for just one day of being held accountable to British Columbians, he decided to head to Vancouver today to dodge important questions from the Official Opposition. #BCpoli pic.twitter.com/Drr413UwvI
— Kevin Falcon (@KevinFalcon) November 22, 2022

BC Housing is a Crown corporation that develops, manages and administers subsidized housing in the province, while Atira is a not-for-profit housing provider.

Falcon's demands for audits come as Eby is scheduled to speak at a Vancouver housing conference where advocates, policymakers and front-line providers explore ways to deliver safe and affordable housing in the province.

Eby's government tabled two pieces of legislation Monday aiming to work with municipal governments to build more homes and increase rental properties by relaxing restrictions at apartment and condominium complexes.

By working together, we will find solutions to the housing crisis. Join us live as I address the @BCNPHA's #HousingCentral Conference ⬇️https://t.co/mE3ivTA41D
— David Eby (@Dave_Eby) November 22, 2022

Eby says B.C. is in the midst of a housing crisis and the province needs to increase the supply of homes to meet growing demand.

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