Safe and secure homes with supports for as many as 30 people experiencing homelessness in Prince George are coming soon.

The Province, through BC Housing, and the City of Salmon Arm are working together on plans to build a new long-term shelter for people experiencing homelessness in the community.

A new provincial funding commitment of $14.8 million is supporting the operations and growth of non-profit housing providers to bring more housing and services to people in B.C.

The Province and the City of Prince George have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that formalizes their commitment to work together to better support people who are unhoused and sheltering in encampments and to help prevent encampments.

More people in Kelowna, including families and seniors, as well as women and children leaving violence, will soon have more affordable homes to choose from as more than 180 new units open or are under construction.

The Province is working with the City of Abbotsford, BC Housing and local service providers to transition people living at the encampment at Lonzo Road and Sumas Way into safe indoor spaces to address health and safety concerns.

People living with disabilities in Kaslo now have access to 10 new affordable rental homes with the opening of Penny Lane Apartments.