The Ministry of Health is supporting improved transportation for seniors to help them maintain meaningful social connections and independence in their local communities.

A new research program is looking at innovative approaches to support people with mental health and addictions issues in finding and keeping suitable jobs, with $364,235 in government funding.

People facing homelessness will receive help through grants that support strong, sustainable planning for local groups and organizations working on the front lines in British Columbia communities.

Renters facing short-term financial difficulties will soon get more help and avoid evictions with new funding for community rent banks.

Partnerships with organizations like the Union Gospel Mission, which is breaking ground on new housing for women and children, are behind the success of the more than 20,000 new homes complete or underway in nearly 80 communities throughout the province.