Links to Other Related WWW Sites of Interest:

These are links to related sights on the Internet - here for you to learn more about affordable housing, other relevant information, and local groups of interest:

Government Sites:

• Ministry of Social Development and Economic Security - The Province of British Columbia ministry responsible for housing programs:
  • BC Housing
  • Community Housing Initiative (CHI)
  • Other Housing Programs operated by the Ministry

Other Social Housing and Tenant/Community Involvement Organisations:

• Asset Based Community Development (ABCD) Institute - A listserve is available for more information.

• BC Non-Profit Housing Association - The province-wide organisation representing the interests of, and fostering networking within, the non-profit housing sector.

• Centre for Community Enterprise - Provides information on Community Economic Development.

• Community Access Project - Federal project aiming to provide all Canadians with free Internet access.

• Community Building Resources - a research connector and facilitator for community groups in Alberta.

• Community Initiatives - Part of the US National Crime Prevention Council website.

• Community Tool Box - Mapping Community Assets - Focuses on community health and development.

• Community Works Toolbox - Has information and guidelines on community projects in the US.

• Green Ontario Community Action - Information on strategies and resources for community involvement in protecting the environment in Ontario.

• Inclusion Press - a small independent press producing books and resources about full inclusion in school, work, and community.

• Innovation Tool - Creativity software to help with brainstorming, creative thinking and problem solving.

• Kansas City Neighbourhood Alliance (KCNA) - Provide information and communications so that people can undertake community enhancement efforts in Kansas City, USA.

• Missouri Express - A three year capital improvements project with the goal of creating community information networks across Missouri state.

• Vancouver Community Network and the Citizen's Handbook - Very complete grassroots organising guide from the Vancouver area.

Local Community Organisations:

• Alberni Environmental Coalition - promotes environmental awareness and conservation in and about the Alberni Valley.

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