People experiencing homelessness will benefit from continued day-space drop-in services, as the Province extends funding to Watari Counselling and Support Services (Watari) and Aboriginal Front Door Society (AFDS). “Many people experiencing homelessness in the Downtown Eastside struggle to get basic comforts that we can take for granted, like a fresh meal or hot shower,” said Christine…
(flickr.com) A new roundabout at Highway 4 and Beaver Creek Road will make travel safer for residents, marina users and tourists heading to and from the west coast of Vancouver Island. A contract has been awarded to Windley Contracting Ltd. Work is scheduled to begin in fall 2025 and take approximately one year to complete….
Seniors in Maple Ridge will have access to more affordable housing with construction starting on 98 homes. “Seniors have helped shape our communities and it is important that we continue to support them,” said Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs. “These new homes coming to Maple Ridge will provide many seniors with affordable,…
Youth transitioning out of foster care, and young mothers in New Westminster are closer to having a safe, stable place to live as construction starts on a new 89-home development in the community. “Every young person deserves a safe place to call home, especially those transitioning out of foster care, and young mothers,” said Christine…
People in more than 400 households will soon have better access to high-speed internet as 11 more rural Vancouver Island, northern and central coast communities get connected. View the full article from the original source
People with low to moderate incomes in Quesnel, including Indigenous Elders, seniors and families, will soon have access to safe, affordable housing with construction underway on 35 new rental homes. View the full article from the original source
Adults living with mental-health challenges will continue to have access to low- or no-cost counselling services to help them get well. View the full article from the original source
As severe drought conditions continue to affect river levels in the Thompson Okanagan region, fish-population protection orders will protect endangered chinook salmon in the Salmon River and Bessette Creek by temporarily restricting water use for forage crops and identified industrial purposes. View the full article from the original source
People experiencing or at risk of homelessness now have more safe places to stay with the opening of 25 additional temporary shelter spaces at the Victoria Native Friendship Centre (VNFC) in Saanich, bringing its total number of overnight shelter spaces to 50. “Expanding shelter spaces is a critical step in our commitment to bringing people…
The Coquihalla Highway (Highway 5) between Hope and Merritt has reopened in both directions following a closure caused by the Mine Creek wildfire. Due to the proximity of the fire, drivers should be prepared for the Coquihalla Highway to be closed with minimal notice. Drivers are advised to not stop in the fire zone. Intermittent…