People experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Prince Rupert have access to 46 new homes with supports now that Crane’s Crossing is open and providing supportive housing.

Not-for-profit groups that deliver social services to people and families throughout the North are receiving support through B.C.’s Community Gaming Grants program.

The Lax Kw’alaams Band and the Province have partnered to open eight new affordable rental homes for Indigenous Elders in the Village of Lax Kw’alaams.

The Government of B.C., the City of Prince Rupert and North Coast Transition Society (NCTS) have partnered to purchase a building that will provide new, permanent, supportive housing for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. 

Doors and opportunities are now open for people experiencing homelessness who will find a warm, safe home at Crows Nest Lodge, a supportive modular project with around-the-clock staffing.

People in Prince Rupert experiencing homelessness will have a home to call their own soon, as the Province starts construction on 36 units of supportive housing that will provide people with access to safe and secure homes with 24/7 supports.

In partnership with the City of Prince Rupert and North Coast Transition Society, the Province is responding to a growing need for supportive housing, and is moving ahead with 36 units of modular housing at 1450 Park Ave., with construction to begin this summer.