Our Strategy and Growth
Amid the substance use, mental health, & affordability crises, Connective has stepped up to deliver increasingly complex services to more people in more places
At Connective, our experience and knowledge enable us to bridge gaps, build connections, and support individuals in achieving their goals.
Today, we offer a wide range of person-centered services, including housing and homelessness prevention, employment supports, outreach, justice services, Community Living, and other community programs aimed at creating safe, healthy, and inclusive communities.
At Connective, we believe that person-centered service and public accountability go hand in hand. Every dollar invested in our programs and services is carefully stewarded to help meet the needs of individuals, families, and their communities.
Our Collective Impact
Innovative Service Models
Our Strategic Framework
2024 through 2027
We have a robust strategic planning process to ensure that we continue to meet the evolving needs of the individuals and communities we work with. This process ensures that our teams remain focused and moving towards safe, healthy, inclusive communities for all.
Our strategic priorities fall under three pillars: serve, engage, and sustain. Our goal is serve more people facing systemic barriers, while sustaining our growth and development.
Growth and Expansion
Over the past few years, Connective’s reach has more than doubled across all of our key metrics. The issues we face today—housing, justice, employment, and community wellbeing—are systemic and transcend geographic boundaries. Connective is proud to go where we’re needed and bring our experience to under-resourced communities. Being responsive to communities and funders who ask for our support is—and always will be—a core part of who we are.
Our growth has been intentional and guided by a strategic planning process, led by our leadership team and shaped by input from service users, staff, Indigenous perspectives, and our Board. Key strategies driving our growth have included program expansion and innovation, strategic partnerships, property acquisition and redevelopment, as well as brand licensing and mergers.
Our ambitious Strategic Framework will guide us as we continue to lead in innovative, person-centered service delivery. In our last fiscal year, we:
- Protected over 400 units of affordable housing through the Rental Protection Fund
- Assumed operation of eight new programs across Northern BC, Vancouver, and Vancouver Island
- Published our third annual Leadership Gathering Report, following the 2025 multi-sectoral event
- Formalized a partnership with the Aboriginal Housing Management Association
We also opened new clinical care programs alongside additional supportive and transitional housing programs across our regions.
“I believe Connective does a great job in networking with government and other justice partners…Connective isn’t content to stay in one lane (and that is to their credit) and is driven to respond to diverse sets of needs. “
– Funder Representative, Interested and Affected Parties Survey 2024
Connective's Housing Growth
2020-2025
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Yukon
500% Increase | 20 Units to 100 Units
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Northern BC
New Region! 298 Units Open
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Interior Okanagan
New Region! 60 Units Opening Soon
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Fraser Valley
250% Increase | 66 Units to 168 Units
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Lower Mainland
750% Increase | 28 Units to 211 Units
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Vancouver Island
New Region! 400 Units, 50 More Opening Soon
“Connective has expanded into regions that are underserved and offers a wide range of services to equity-deserving groups that often struggle to access programs “
– Non Profit Partner, Interested and Affected Parties Survey 2024
Funding
Connective maintains a strong financial position, with a solid foundation of assets, that allows us to sustain our critical work while investing in new, innovative initiatives. We receive funding and grants from a range of government and private sector partners, alongside other sources. To inquire about funding opportunities or for more information, please contact us.
We are deeply grateful to our funders, and partners, whose contributions have been pivotal in making our work possible. We’re proud to work with BC Housing, Community Living BC, Fraser Health Authority, Vancouver Coastal Health, Interior Health Authority, Yukon Health and Social Services and several others across our regions who help us create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all.
Community Partnerships
AHMA
In 2024, Connective and the Aboriginal Housing Management Association (AHMA) formalized a partnership grounded in a shared commitment to enhancing capacity to develop For Indigenous, By Indigenous housing services. Focusing on unmet housing needs in Northern BC, we combine expertise and resources to create culturally supportive, sustainable housing opportunities for Indigenous people.
Seniors Services Society of BC
In 2025, Connective partnered with the Seniors Services Society of BC to explore innovative ways that increase housing options and improve access for seniors across BC. Together, we’re sharing knowledge and training, and collaborating on funding opportunities to strengthen and expand pathways to safe, stable housing for older adults.
“I have found this partnership with Connective to be particularly special, thanks to their exceptional efficiency and communication skills. Their ability to streamline processes and maintain clear, open lines of communication has greatly contributed to the success of our collaboration. Connective’s professionalism and pleasant demeanor have made every interaction a delight, setting a high standard for collaboration. Their commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of our partnership.”
– Non Profit Partner, Interested and Affected Parties Survey 2024
