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Victoria Cool Aid Society

Victoria's largest supportive housing operator with 400+ units including Crosstown (154 units), Mount Edwards, and The Chestnut.

  • Non-profit
  • Victoria

Listed from public information. Last checked May 4, 2026.

Summary

About Victoria Cool Aid Society

Victoria Cool Aid Society has provided shelter, housing, and support services in Victoria since 1968. Cool Aid's housing portfolio includes Crosstown (a 154-home development at 584 Burnside Rd. E. with 100 affordable rental apartments and 54 supportive homes), The Chestnut, and Mount Edwards, alongside additional subsidized properties. Cool Aid also operates a community health centre, dental clinic, and shelters. Affordable market rentals at Crosstown, The Chestnut, and Mount Edwards are accessed via direct application; supportive units flow through coordinated access.

Mission

Housing type

Below-market rental

Rent set below market (typically 10-30% below CMHC median)

Supportive housing

Housing with on-site staff and structured support services

People served

Mental health priority

Operators with mental-health-focused mandate

Recovery / post-treatment

Operators serving residents in recovery from substance use

Singles (no dependents)

Operators that serve single adults without children (often excluded from family-priority buildings)

Programs

Areas served

How to apply or contact

  1. Visit the provider's website to confirm current openings.
  2. Gather your income and household information.
  3. Submit the online application.
  4. Wait for the provider to respond. Wait times vary.
  5. Confirm current rules with the provider before applying again.

Related providers and locations

Sources and verification

Verification status: Verified. Last checked: May 4, 2026.

Rentable last checked public information for this provider. Contact the provider directly to confirm current application steps and openings.

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