Chenkw Em̓út

NEW UPDATE: Application process for Chenkw Em̓út.

Due to the high number of applications received for Chenkw Em̓út, Hiy̓ám̓ will be hosting an “Open House” for all those who applied by the deadline date of Friday, July 26, 2024. This is to streamline the application process and allow applicants to learn more about Chenkw Em̓út in person. This is not an offer of a unit.

The Open House will occur at Chenkw Em̓út, 100 Khatsilano Road (apartments), main entrance on the following days:

Thursday, October 3, 2024 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Friday, October 4, 2024 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Saturday, October 5, 2024 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Staff members from Hiy̓ám̓ will be at the main entrance to welcome all Chenkw Em̓út applicants. We will check you in with our housing registry list when you arrive. After that, we will review your application, collect your proof of income, and conduct an applicant interview. Finally, we will provide a tour of select housing units, where you can ask questions about the building and unit.

Q & A – Important, please read.

What documents to bring to Open House:
1. Identification: such as Status Card, driver’s license, and BC ID, etc.,
2. Proof of Income: please bring the following proof of income or disability assistance (required for all household members aged 19+):

• • If receiving income assistance or disability assistance from the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction or Squamish Nation Income Assistance, a copy of the cheque stub or confirmation of monthly assistance is required.
  • If employed: proof of current gross monthly income (last three consecutive cheque stubs or letter from employer).
  • If you receive pensions, please provide copies of your most recent cheque stubs, bank statements showing direct deposit of pensions, or other confirmation of income for any other income source.

3. Financial documents: last 3 months consecutive bank statements for all accounts.

Do I need to register for the Open House?
No, you do not need to register. Hiy̓ám̓ will check you in upon arrival. We have a list of applicants; your name will be cross-referenced at the door. Only applicants who applied by the deadline date of Friday, July 26, 2024, are invited.

What to expect from the Open House:
1. A Hiy̓ám̓ staff member will review your housing application with you.
2. Provide details about rental amounts.
3. Opportunity to view select units.
4. Hiyam staff to collect the required proof of income and copy your ID for all household members aged 19 +.
5. An Interview – a Hiy̓ám̓ Staff member will interview applicants/co-applicants.

Why are we asking for proof of income and financial documents?
Proof of income and financial documents are required for our funding agreement with BC Housing, and the papers will be used to calculate your rent level for Chenkw Em̓út.

What happens if I cannot attend the Open House?
If you cannot attend, please email your proof of income and financial documents to [email protected] or drop them off to us during office hours, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, at 336 West 4th, North Vancouver by Friday, October 11, 2024, by 4:30 pm.

If I cannot attend the Open House, will I still get an applicant interview?
Yes, after the Open House, Hiy̓ám̓ staff will contact all applicants who did not attend and set up an interview appointment.

Has anyone been offered a unit at Chenkw Em̓út?
No, Hiy̓ám̓ has not offered any units, as we are still in the tenant selection process. The open house is part of this process.

If you have any questions or concerns or need further information, please feel free to contact our office at 604-210-9126.