Who We Are

HSSSBC is dedicated to fostering inclusive communities by connecting individuals with diverse abilities to supportive, caring home environments. 

Meet HSSSBC

The Home Sharing Support Society BC (HSSSBC) is a non-profit organization that provides professional advice and solutions for complex disability housing challenges across British Columbia.

HSSSBC is established and funded by Community Living BC (CLBC), a Crown Corporation under the funding mandate of the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction (SDPR). While funding is provided through this relationship, HSSSBC operates independently, offering impartial leadership and support to strengthen home sharing across the province.

Our Partners

MISSION & VISION

The mission tells us what to do. The vision reminds us why it matters.

Mission

To provide innovative solutions to complex disability housing challenges.

Vision

All adults with disabilities have a safe home of their choosing.

VALUES

They shape how we do our work.

PROFESSIONAL

OPEN

Innovative

Inclusive

OUR STORY

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility

HSSSBC is committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and accessible environment for everyone, regardless of ethnicity, nationality, religion, political belief, marital status, age, biological sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, or physical and mental ability.

We uphold a person-centred approach aligned with:

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Article 19 of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons With Disabilities (UNCRPD)

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United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP)

We Stand With

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LGBTQIA2S+

HSSSBC supports the LGBTQIA2S+ community and promotes safe, inclusive, and affirming home sharing environments for people of all identities. 

Indigenous Communities

HSSSBC supports Indigenous communities by promoting culturally respectful home sharing and building relationships grounded in trust, inclusion, and reconciliation. 

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New Canadians

HSSSBC welcomes New Canadians and promotes culturally inclusive home sharing environments that foster belonging and understanding. 

Home Sharing Support Society BC is a proud Transit Friendly Employer. By providing sustainable commuting options for our employees, we’re acting on climate change and helping lead the way to a more sustainable region.

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Article 19 of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons With Disabilities (CRPD)

Article 19 – Living independently and being included in the community 

Article 19 of the CRPD affirms the right of persons with disabilities to live independently and be included in the community, with the freedom to make choices about where and with whom to live. It emphasizes the importance of access to a range of in-home and community supports that uphold dignity, autonomy, and participation. 

 

HSSSBC supports this vision by promoting home sharing as a person-centred and inclusive living option. By supporting home sharing as a model that empowers people with disabilities to live in safe, supportive, and self-directed environments, HSSSBC contributes to making the values of Article 19 real in practice—promoting autonomy, community belonging, and choice in everyday life. 

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United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP)

The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) outlines a vision for respectful relationships built on mutual trust, fairness, and dignity. It encourages pathways toward reconciliation by upholding the values of equity, inclusion, human rights, and meaningful collaboration between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. 

 

In 2021, the Government of Canada passed the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act, committing to align federal laws with the rights affirmed in the Declaration. The Government of British Columbia also enacted the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act, which requires provincial laws to align with UNDRIP and establishes a framework for lasting reconciliation and collaborative decision-making with Indigenous Peoples. 

  

As part of this commitment, HSSSBC is responsible for reflecting the principles of UNDRIP in its policies and practices. This includes supporting culturally respectful services, engaging with Indigenous communities in meaningful ways, and ensuring Indigenous voices are included in shaping home sharing supports.