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Building and managing affordable rental housing for low income residents of Galiano Island.

11/02/2026

The results are in, and they highlight a critical reality for our community.

The Galiano Affordable Living Initiative (GALI) is launching the Housing Survey Report 2026: Rental Housing on Galiano. Based on data collected from 71 year-round renter households, this report establishes a stark baseline of the challenges right here on our island.

Here are a few key takeaways:
• 64.5% of responding renters spend over 30% of their income on housing (compared to the BC average of 37.8%).
• Most respondents rated their confidence in finding a new home if evicted today as a staggering 0 or 1 out of 5.

From severe connectivity gaps to homes lacking the capacity for residents to age in place, our community is trapped in a shrinking, volatile secondary rental market. Without investment in purpose-built non-profit rental housing, Galiano risks losing its essential workforce, young families, and fixed-income seniors.

Thank you to everyone who shared their stories and took part in this vital survey. Let's work together toward stable, secure, and affordable solutions for Galiano.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iA067wtD7dPJpjO3ykRDDuvtfG1Cqm48/view?usp=sharing

10/29/2026

GALI is launching the P.A.T.H. (People Advancing Tenant and Housing Wisdom) Advisory Circle.

Our 2026 renter survey taught us so much. We heard you loud and clear: lived experience and community wisdom need to directly shape our decisions. P.A.T.H. is our next step forward in walking together to build safe, secure, and respectful housing.

PATH brings together Indigenous people and individuals with personal experiences of housing insecurity to guide GALI on tenant policies, housing design, and cultural safety.

We are looking for 5 to 7 community members to join us for a 2-year term. Members receive a financial gift of $25/hour to honor their time and expertise, including meeting time and pre-reading.
GALI will assist with advance-organized transportation and child/family care costs to make sure anyone who wants to participate can.

Send us a message at [email protected] to learn more about how to apply.

10/24/2026

Today is Election Day. As you head out to your polling station, you have a powerful opportunity to shape the future.

Safe, secure, and truly affordable housing is the foundation of a healthy society. We can solve this crisis, but it requires leadership and a deep commitment to non-market, co-op, and community housing solutions.

Your vote is your voice. When you mark your ballot today, please vote with housing in mind. Look for candidates who have committed to clear, actionable plans for housing.

Polls are open from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Make sure you have your ID ready, head down to the Lion's Hall and make your voice heard.

Let's build a community where everyone has a safe place to call home.

Go out and vote today!

10/16/2026

We are seizing every opportunity to ensure Islands Trust, CRD and provincial candidates understand the worsening housing situation on Galiano.

Last weekend, we visited the Thuthiqut Hulelum' property with Green Party Leader and MLA candidate Emily Lowan. GALI also joined other community members and incoming CRD Director Rob Fawcett for a walk-and-talk tour along the access road to the Georgia View homes site.

We were also thrilled to introduce the visitors to some of the wonderful Raise the Roof volunteers who tirelessly raise funds for affordable housing on our island.

Advocating for secure, long-term housing options requires building bridges across all levels of community leadership. We are incredibly grateful for the chance to showcase these vital local projects.

10/14/2026

A huge thank you to all the island business owners, operators, contractors, and non-profits who took the time to share how the housing crisis is impacting your day-to-day operations.

Your responses have provided GALI with the data needed to clearly demonstrate the economic impact of our housing shortage. We are currently compiling your feedback, which will be used to advocate for targeted local workforce housing solutions. We look forward to sharing a summary of the key findings with you soon. Thank you for your leadership!

10/10/2026

You belong here. So does your neighbour.🍂🍁

This Thanksgiving, GALI is thanking our neighbours who volunteer with Raise the Roof. They are at the Daystar Market lot TODAY from 12-4 - pop by and say hello to some of Galiano's hardest working volunteers.

These folks are the kind of people who make Galiano what it is, the people who keep things going and make Island life possible.

This Thanksgiving, we also encourage you to consider joining Cornerstone, Raise the Roof's monthly giving community. This circle of islanders and island-lovers know that a vibrant Galiano depends on people being able to actually live here.

When you join Cornerstone, your gift doesn't just respond to a single moment of need - it becomes part of the foundation.One person giving $25 a month may not build a house. But 20, 50 or 100 people doing it together can make a real difference.

A small gift. Every month. Helping build homes for the people who help make Galiano home. 🏡❤️
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/78139

10/05/2026

Only 2 days left to make your voice heard, Galiano!

To the business owners, contractors, and operators who keep our island moving: the Galiano Affordable Housing Initiative (GALI) needs your data.

If the housing crisis has impacted your staffing, forced you to cut hours, or complicated your operations, please take 5 minutes to fill out our Employer Survey before it closes.

Your responses provide the concrete evidence we need to advocate for local workforce housing solutions and infrastructure support.

Click the link to complete it now: https://forms.gle/wM4CSSJrR4SuZyjW9

Thank you to everyone who has already participated!

09/30/2026

On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, GALI honours residential school Survivors and reflects on the deep systemic barriers that continue to impact Indigenous Peoples, including housing insecurity.

09/28/2026

Where do the Islands Trust candidates stand on affordable housing?

GALI asked local candidates a direct set of questions about housing affordability and equity. We have collected their answers so you can see how each candidate responded.

Read the full candidate response sheet here: https://gali.ca/islands-trust-election-2026-gali-housing-questionnaire-candidate-responses/

Voting day is coming up fast—stay informed and have your say!

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