Write to your MLA to demand action on the housing crisis

Affordable homeownership is needed now more than ever for families in Greater Victoria. We have included a draft email below for you to copy and send to your local MLA. Please feel free to customize your letter as you see fit.

You can find email addresses for all MLAs, including Ministers here.

We hope this collective effort will make a positive impact on the housing market and effectively meet the urgent housing needs in our community.

Thank you for being an advocate for affordable homeownership. Together, we can tackle the ongoing housing crisis.

[Your Name]

[Your Address]

[City, Province, Postal Code]

[Email Address]

[Phone Number]

[Date]

[MLA's Name]

Via email [MLA’s email address]

Subject: Urgent Action Required to Address the Housing Crisis and Promote Affordable Homeownership

Dear [MLA's Name],

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing as a concerned resident in our community and urge you to address the pressing housing crisis.

Our community is facing an on-going and escalating housing crisis that demands urgent and comprehensive measures. The lack of affordable housing options has left many families struggling to secure stable and secure homes. I urge you to prioritize and increase funding for reputable affordable homeownership charities, such as Habitat for Humanity Victoria, which play a pivotal role in providing deserving families with the opportunity to own a home.

Allocating additional resources to organizations like Habitat for Humanity is crucial for addressing the housing crisis from a holistic perspective. These charities not only construct affordable homes but also contribute to the social fabric of our community by fostering stability, better health and social outcomes for children, and financial growth.

It is essential to recognize that the housing continuum is diverse, and our approach must reflect this reality. By supporting a range of housing options, from affordable rentals to sustainable homeownership, we can create a more inclusive and resilient housing market. I urge you to advocate for policies that address the entire housing continuum, not just affordable rentals, to ensure that our community is equipped with diverse and accessible housing choices.

In conclusion, I implore you to take decisive action to address the housing crisis in our community by providing funding for affordable homeownership charities like Habitat for Humanity and adopting a comprehensive approach that spans the entire housing continuum, we can pave the way for a more sustainable and equitable future.

Thank you for your attention to this critical matter, and I look forward to witnessing positive change for our community.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]