People with low to moderate incomes will soon have access to 66 new affordable homes in New Westminster.

An innovative housing partnership is getting underway as site preparation begins on a 96-unit affordable housing development for Black and Indigenous families, Elders and individuals in New Westminster.

People who are working in or retired from B.C.’s performing arts and entertainment industry will soon have access to 66 affordable rental homes, so they can continue to live in their community.

Low-income families and seniors in British Columbia, who are paying rent in the private market, will receive additional help from the Province, with improvements coming into effect for two rental-assistance programs.

Women in New Westminster experiencing homelessness will have new modular housing with 24/7 support services, to help them transition toward permanent housing, as a result of a partnership between the Province and the city.

Saying it’s time to build a safe, reliable crossing for thousands of daily commuters, Premier John Horgan has announced that the B.C. government is moving forward with the construction of a $1.377-billion bridge to replace the aging Pattullo Bridge.