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BC Housing and CMHC Announce funding for Lighthouse Villa

Bowser, BC – [ Sept 2025] – Bowser Seniors Housing Society (BSHS) is excited to share the progress on the construction of Lighthouse Villa, a 22-unit independent seniors’ housing project, in partnership with BC Housing and the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). This initiative marks a significant step toward providing affordable, accessible, and independent housing for seniors in the Bowser community.

Lighthouse Villa will feature ground-level rental units, designed to foster a sense of community while allowing residents to maintain their independence. The project has been in development for over 20 years, driven by dedicated volunteers and community members passionate about addressing the growing demand for senior housing.

“We are incredibly grateful for the generous support of BC Housing, CMHC and our community in making Lighthouse Villa a reality,” said Carol Cannon, Project Chair and Director of BSHS. “This project will provide seniors with a welcoming, comfortable, and affordable place to call home.”

The housing units will be available at three different rental rates, ensuring accessibility for seniors with varying income levels. The breakdown includes shelter-rate units, rent-geared-to-income units, and market-rate units.

Construction is already underway, with an anticipated completion date in early 2026. BSHS will continue to keep the community informed throughout the building process and provide information on how seniors can apply for housing.

“Access to safe, affordable housing is essential for seniors to live with dignity and remain connected to their communities. I am proud to have supported the Lighthouse Villa project from the very beginning, and I’m thrilled to see it come to life with the help of federal funding. This is a testament to the incredible work of the Bowser Seniors Housing Society, and the power of grassroots advocacy. Today is a big step forward for seniors in Bowser. And a model of what’s possible when we invest in people, not just buildings.” — Gord Johns, MP for Courtenay-Alberni

“The Lighthouse Villa is such an important project for this community, powered by amazing and thoughtful individuals at the Bowser Seniors Housing Society. This is the first housing development of its kind in Bowser, and it’s going to make a real difference for seniors who want to age in the community they love, with dignity and independence. I’m so grateful for the Society’s longstanding commitment to making this project happen, and I’m so excited to see it completed.”

— Josie Osborne, MLA for Mid Island – Pacific Rim 

For more information, visit Bowser Seniors Housing Society at bshs.ca or bchousing.org.

Media Contact: Julie Newton, Director Media and Communications, BSHS jnewton6649@live.ca

This project is part of a $19-billion housing investment by the B.C. government. Since 2017, the Province has nearly 92,000 homes delivered or underway, and will be the first for the small community of Bowser!

Quick Facts:

  • The Province, through BC Housing, contributed $4.3 million for the project through the Community Housing Fund.
  • The Province is also providing an annual operating subsidy.
  • The community of Bowser, led by volunteer board members and their fundraising teams’ efforts, has raised over $450,000 towards the build of Lighthouse Villa
  • The Federal government, through the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, is contributing $6.3 million through the Affordable Housing Fund.
  • The Provincial Rental Housing Corporation provided the land, valued at approximately $740,000.

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