Hey Neighbour Collective helps to create the conditions for these long-term outcomes:
A measurable increase in social connectedness and resiliency amongst residents of multiunit buildings in BC’s urban communities, leading to improved health and well-being.
Positive transformation of the ways in which multi-unit buildings are engaged, managed and designed, in order to foster more socially connected, vibrant, and resilient communities.
Shifting attitudes, beliefs and values about the desirability of living in multi-unit housing – where multi-unit housing is seen as a “home” rather than a temporary place of residence.
What supports these changes
ENGAGED, SAFE & EMPOWERED RESIDENTS: Healthier residents through increased engagement, sense of community, safety and belonging
PRO-ACTIVE LANDLORDS & PROPERTY MANAGERS: Improved business practices and results
IMPROVED HOUSING DESIGN: Guidelines and practices that support the creation of environments which foster social connectedness and resilience
SUPPORTIVE POLICY: Resources and direction for planning, design and programming
On September 16, Hey Neighbour Collective and Happy Cities co-hosted an online workshop to explore cultural, financial, and policy-level challenges to building socially connected, affordable multi-unit housing communities. We were joined…
Brightside carries out an annual community enhancement survey to assess residents’ happiness and well-being. Based on this, they are supporting a number of Community Development initiatives designed to build resilience and community amongst residents.
Our conversation with Sara, one of HNC’s Research Assistants, about her current research, why she loves the colour of cities, and how digital apps might help older adults stay connected.
The Hey Neighbour Collective has prepared this input for the review of Metro 2040’s goal area 4.2: Develop healthy and complete communities with access to a range of services and amenities.
Building Resilient Neighbourhoods’ Stacy Barter discusses the Connect &
Prepare program and how property managers can best support and benefit from social connectedness and emergency preparedness among tenants.
