Data
BC strata statistics
Updated June 2026
A quick, citable snapshot of the strata sector in British Columbia — why it matters, how it’s structured, and where self-management fits. Figures are approximate estimates; see the note on sources below.
~1 in 3
British Columbians live in strata housing
Condos, townhouses, and duplexes governed by a strata corporation.
~30,000–35,000
Strata corporations in BC
Each is a legal entity that must meet Strata Property Act obligations.
~2 in 3
BC stratas have 10 or fewer units
The small-strata majority — where self-management is most economical.
$25–$60+
Per unit / month for professional management
Versus $0–$99/month total for self-management software.
2026 / 2027
Depreciation report deadline
July 1, 2026 for Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley and the Capital Regional District; July 1, 2027 elsewhere in BC (stratas of 5+ lots).
Every 5 yrs
Depreciation report renewal cycle
Reports inform contingency reserve fund planning.
Why the small-strata majority matters
The defining feature of BC’s strata sector is that most corporations are small. With an estimated two-thirds at 10 units or fewer, a professional management company’s per-unit fee is hard to justify for a large share of the market — which is why self-management is so common, and why purpose-built self-managed strata software has become the practical alternative to hiring out. For the full picture, see our guide to strata property management in BC.
A note on sources
These figures are approximate estimates compiled by ManageStrata from publicly reported British Columbia government and industry sources (including the Condominium Home Owners Association of BC) as of 2026. Exact counts vary by definition and reporting year. For formal or legal use, verify against primary sources. You’re welcome to cite this page with attribution to ManageStrata.
Frequently asked questions
- How many strata corporations are there in BC?
- British Columbia has an estimated 30,000–35,000 strata corporations, housing roughly one in three British Columbians. Exact figures vary by reporting year and definition.
- How many BC stratas are small?
- An estimated two-thirds of BC strata corporations have 10 or fewer units. This 'small-strata majority' is the group for which self-management is typically most economical.
- What share of British Columbians live in strata housing?
- Roughly one in three British Columbians live in strata-titled housing — condos, townhouses, and duplexes governed by a strata corporation under the Strata Property Act.
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