STATUS
Complete
REGION
Vancouver Island
CLIENTS
District of Tofino
District of Ucluelet
Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District
Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government – Ucluelet First Nation
Toquaht Nation
Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation
PROJECT PARTNERS
Turner Drake and Partners
COMPLETION DATE
November 2021
PROJECT WEBSITE
West Coast Housing Needs Report
In Spring 2021, MDS was engaged by the District of Tofino, the District of Ucluelet, the Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District, Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government – Ucluelet First Nation, Toquaht Nation, and Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation to produce Housing Needs Reports for the participating communities, and a Housing Summary for the West Coast Region.
The final reports provided insights into regional housing supply, demand, and gaps across the housing continuum, as well as the factors influencing housing delivery. The reports also equipped local and regional staff, elected officials, and community partners with recommended strategies, partnership opportunities, funding sources, and performance measures to guide implementation and track progress on housing initiatives over time.
The reports were developed through a multi-phase research and engagement process. This process began with the collection and analysis of data from government sources. To address data gaps and capture lived housing experiences, two community surveys were conducted across the study area. In addition, key interest holders were identified and engaged through interviews and focus groups, including representatives from non-profits, social service providers, municipal governments, economic development agencies, housing advocates, and the development sector. All findings were synthesized into a comprehensive summary to inform current and future initiatives and support the implementation of effective housing solutions.
MDS SERVICES PROVIDED
- Housing needs assessment
- Growth analysis and strategies
- Housing strategies and action plans
- Engagement and facilitation
