BC Care Providers Association’s (BCCPA) policy team focuses on key issues and policy challenges impacting the seniors living, wellness and care sector in British Columbia, producing influential reports and resources for government, operators, and the public, alike. Areas of focus include issues like funding and financing, health human resources and workforce development, creating quality, and helping seniors age in the right place.
Explore below to discover both our public-facing reports, as well as member-only resources.
Highlighted Publications
Budget 2026: BCCPA’s Submission to the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services
In June 2025, BCCPA presented our 2026 budget submission to the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services, advocating for an integrated and well-coordinated continuum of care and support services for older adults in B.C.
Our recommendations included:
- The establishment of a tax credit to help seniors age in the right place
- A refreshed funding model for Assisted Living
- Renewed investment in capital improvements through the successful EquipCare BC program
B.C. Independent Living Survey Report 2025
In December 2025, BCCPA released the latest report, the B.C. Independent Living Survey Report. Developed as a collaboration between BCCPA and Westbridge Group, this report represents a significant milestone in restoring the depth and reliability once provided by CMHC’s trusted seniors housing survey.
The report offers data on average rents, vacancy rates, saturation levels, and five-year growth forecasts for independent living spaces in B.C., broken down by categories like suite size and geographic region.
Members-Only Publications
Members-Only Publications
As part of the BCCPA’s membership benefits, members gain access to the complete catalogue of BCCPA’s publications, guides, and toolkits.
Employer Toolkit: Unlocking the Potential Of Internationally Educated Nurses in B.C.
This exclusive members-only toolkit offers a detailed checklist to support employers in guiding IENs through registration or licensure, along with a resources page featuring information on system navigators, financial support, and education opportunities. Additionally, it features an employer FAQ section, addressing some of the most asked questions we receive.
To access this document, please visit this link: https://bccare.member365.com/sharingnetwork/documentLibrary/view/2134
MLA Engagement Guide
This guide offers some tips and tools for engaging your MLA, including what to do before, during, and after a meeting, how to address MLAs in different positions, and information you can use to prepare for your meeting, such as key messages and facts about the sector.
To access this document, please visit this link: https://bccare.member365.com/sharingnetwork/documentLibrary/view/2132
Tax Credit for Aging the Right Place – Rapid Jurisdictional Scan (September 2023)
This document not only provides insights into the Quebec Tax Credit for Home-Support Services for Seniors but also offers an overview of similar programs in various provinces and internationally that aim to assist seniors in managing the costs associated with home health services. Furthermore, the document briefly explores the leading strategies adopted by jurisdictions to improve the affordability of home health services for seniors.
To access this document, please visit this link: https://bccare.member365.com/sharingnetwork/documentLibrary/view/2011
Jurisdictional Scan of Credential Recognition for Internationally Educated Nurses in Canada and Abroad (July 2023)
The purpose of this jurisdictional scan is threefold. Firstly, it offers a comprehensive insight into the measures adopted by provinces and territories in Canada, as well as other countries like Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Sweden, to simplify the licensure procedures for Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs). Secondly, the scan identifies the top-priority countries for expediting licensing within each jurisdiction. Lastly, it evaluates the financial resources and investments dedicated to supporting both IENs and regulatory bodies in streamlining their processes.
To access this document, please visit this link: https://bccare.member365.com/sharingnetwork/documentLibrary/view/2135
Highlighted Trends in British Columbia – Profile of Residential-Based Continuing Care Homes 2018-2023: CIHI Data Tables (October 2023)
This document provides a synthesis of key data trends from the CIHI data tables outlining the profile of ‘residential-based continuing care homes’ from 2018 to 2023.
To access this document, please visit this link: https://bccare.member365.com/sharingnetwork/documentLibrary/view/2136
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Public Reports
Public Reports
B.C. Independent Living Survey Report (December 2025)
B.C. Health Human Resources Survey (October 2025)
Reimagining Home Health for Seniors in British Columbia (May 2025)
Investing in Aging: Strengthening Seniors Care Across B.C. (June 2025)
Understanding Challenges in Accessing Priority Vaccines for Seniors Living Outside Long-Term Care in British Columbia (August 2025)
No Time to Wait: Taking Action to Support B.C. Seniors – BCCPA 2024 Budget Submission (May 2023)
Supporting an Active Partnership A Service Provider’s Guide to Family & Resident Councils (January 2023)
The Independent Living Advantage (November 2022)
Aging in Place, But Better (November 2022)
BCCPA 2022 Budget Submission to the Select Standing Committee on Finance (September 2021)
BC Care Providers Association Review of the response to COVID-19 in seniors care and living: Executive Summary and Recommendations (November 2020)
BC Care Providers Association Review of the response to COVID-19 in seniors care and living: Final report (November 2020)
COVID-19: A Turning Point for BC Seniors’ Care—BCCPA 2021 Budget Submission (June 2020)
Dementia-Friendly Care Homes: Best Practices in Dementia Care – BCCPA, Alzheimer Society of B.C. and SFU Department of Gerontology (March 2020)
2019
When a Hub Becomes Home: Placing Seniors at the Heart of B.C.’s Communities (Dec 2019)
Apprenticeships: A new pathway to careers in care (November 2019)
A 2020 Vision for Seniors’ Care – BCCPA 2020 Budget Submission (June 2019)
Bedlam in BC’s Continuing Care Sector: Projecting Future Long Term Care Bed Needs (May 2019)
The Best Day Possible: A Quality of Life Framework for Seniors’ Care in B.C. (May 2019)
Filling the Gap: Determining Appropriate Staffing & Care Levels for Quality in Long Term Care (March 2019)
A Recommendations Report on Bill 16 (2016) and the Future of Assisted Living (January 2019)
2018
The Perfect Storm: A Health Human Resources Crisis in Seniors Care – Post Collaborative Report (April 2018)
Situation Critical: A Made-in-BC Plan to Address the Seniors Care Labour Shortage (June 2018)
Recreation Therapy to Promote Mobility Among Older Adults in Long Term Care – CALTC paper (June 2018)
A Pathway to Ensuring the Appropriate Use of Antipsychotics in Continuing Care (April 2018)
Health Begins at Home: Strengthening BC’s Home Health Care Sector (February 2018)
2017
Strengthening Seniors Care: A Made-in-BC Roadmap – Executive Summary (January 2017)
Strengthening Seniors Care: A Made-in-BC Roadmap-Full Paper (January 2017)
2016
BCCPA Backgrounder: Reducing Polypharmacy in B.C.’s Continuing Care Sector (December 2016)
Doubling Hospice & End-of-Life Bed Capacity in BC by 2020 (December 2016)
BCCPA Budget 2017 Submission (October 2016)
Final Report: BCCPA Public Consultation Survey (October 2016)
Sustainability and Innovation: Exploring Options for Improving BC’s Continuing Care Sector Part 1: White Paper on Funding and Innovation (May 2016)
Sustainability and Innovation: Exploring Options for Improving BC’s Continuing Care Sector Part 2: White Paper on New Care Models and Innovation (May 2016)
2013-2015
Each year, as part of BCCPA’s advocacy efforts, the Association’s members vote at the Annual General Meeting to adopt key advocacy positions. These motions play a crucial role in shaping and articulating the Association’s advocacy priorities for the coming year.
This year our policy motions focused on advocating for:
Comprehensive Strategy for Strengthening Long-Term Care
- Refreshing Assisted Living’s Funding & Care Delivery Model
- Purpose-Built Tenancy For Seniors’ Independent Living
- Establishing an Aging in the Right Place Tax Credit
Learn more here.
