FAQ

What is a co-op?
Co-op housing is not public housing. Co-ops are self-governed, mixed-income communities, home to people of all ages and backgrounds.

How much do I need to participate?
Eight Oaks is made up of various volunteer committees including membership, finance, social, maintenance and the board of directors. All members are expected to participate in at least one committee. The committees meet monthly.

How many units are there?
There are 42-units at Eight Oaks, this includes: six bachelor units, seven 1 bedroom units, twenty-three 2-bedroom units, and six 3-bedroom units.

Do I own my unit?
Residents do not own their individual units. You apply and are accepted into a unit, which is allocated to you based on the number of people that will be living in it. If the number of people living in a unit changes, you will still be able to stay at the co-op but may need to change units within the building. For example, one person cannot live alone in a two bedroom unit.

What are the units like?

Eight Oaks was built in the early 80’s. The building is well maintained, but not fancy. All units above the first floor are carpeted, there is shared coin laundry on each floor, and units do not have dishwashers.

Can I renovate?
You are not able to renovate your unit.

Is there subsidy available?
Yes, there are a set number of subsidized units available at the co-op.

How often do suites come up?
It’s difficult to gauge that – it depends when someone moves out. The best thing to do is submit your application and we will keep it on file. When a suite does come up for rent, we will invite you to attend an interview and orientation session here at Eight Oaks.

How long will you keep my application on file?
We will keep your application on file for one year.

Do kids that live at Eight Oaks have priority at the Acorn-Eight Oaks daycare?
Yes, your child will be placed at the beginning of the wait list. Acorn Daycare accepts children between the ages of 2.5 to 5.

What does the rent include?
The monthly charge includes hydro. It does not include internet or cable.

Is there any parking?
Yes, there is an underground parking with an extra monthly fee of $20. There are less parking spots than units, therefore is first come, first serve.

Is there any storage?
There is room for bike storage in our underground garage, but there are no storage lockers for any other belongings.