VICTORIA — The Province of B.C. is reporting more than 200 supportive homes, shelter spaces, culturally supportive homes and homes for seniors are opening or starting construction.
For example, in December 2024, construction began on a supportive housing project in New Westminster, which will include 52 permanent supportive homes. In Kamloops, a new shelter called Pathways is open at 142 Tranquille Rd., which includes 44 new shelter spaces. In Prince George, 42 new indoor units are open at 397 3rd Ave.
“These permanent homes and temporary shelter spaces will further support people at risk or experiencing homelessness in the communities,” explains a release.
In Victoria, a new culturally supportive home with 15 units is available for First Nations, Inuit and Métis people who are pregnant, or have recently given birth and are at risk of homelessness. Eight Snuneymuxw First Nations families have moved into new affordable homes located on reserve at 1968-1982 Warpath Rd., the release continues.
In Peachland, construction has begun on phase two of the Peachland Seniors’ Support Society’s affordable housing residences at 4444 5th St. The building will provide 73 affordable homes.
The projects are part of the B.C. government’s $19-billion investment in homes for people and actions to drive the construction of more homes people can afford, the release adds.
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