The B.C. government has committed to funding 3,500 new affordable housing units across the province.

Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon said the money will come from the government’s $3.3-billion Community Housing Fund as the province deals with a “housing crisis.” He did not specify the amount of the latest investment.

“This is a significant step toward our goal of 20,000 CHF-funded homes by 2032, as our province increases its housing stock faster than ever so people have the homes they need now and into the future,” said Kahlon in a news release.

The government is inviting non-profits, First Nations, municipalities and other organizations to submit proposals until mid-November. Approvals are slated to be announced in early 2024.

“Project-development funding will also be available for projects that require further development to prepare them for the next CHF funding call,” said the province in its news release.