Apply for Membership
Below you will find a link to our membership application. Please read this entire page and the rest of the information provided on this website before applying.
One of the most important aspects of co-operative living is participation. Co-ops are able to keep their housing charges low by depending on the volunteer efforts of their members to help with the management of the co-op. Before you apply for membership in a co-operative community, you should consider how you plan to adjust your lifestyle to make time to contribute to your community.
Potential members must be prepared to agree to the following basic principles:
That they own their units collectively as members of the co-op.
That they actively participate in the design, development and continuing management of the co-op community.
That they will attend at least two of the general membership meetings held each year.
That they volunteer to serve on the Board of Directors or one of the committees, which helps to reduce the operating costs of the co-op.
That should they move out they will accept, at par value, the redemption of their original share purchase, regardless of current property values. In return, those members will benefit by obtaining quality housing at a reasonable cost.
Share Purchase & Housing Charges
Our co-op consists of 36 apartment units; all require a one-time, refundable share purchase; monthly housing charges usually sit at around 85% of market for this area and are approved by members once each year.
Housing charges, until November 2024 are set at:
1 bedroom : $2,000 share purchase + $848/month
2 bedroom : $2,500 share purchase + $1,070/month
Please note: This is a non-smoking building
If you would like to apply for membership, you can click here to download an application in PDF format.
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Completed applications should be mailed to:
Attention: Membership Committee
1678 Fort Street Housing Co-op
c/o Cascadia Community Solutions
211 - 2840 Peatt Road
Victoria, B.C. V9B 3V4