BC Gov News

Taking action to tackle some of the biggest challenges people in B.C. are facing was at the centre of several new pieces of legislation passed during the fall session, including the most significant housing legislation in B.C. history to deliver more homes for people faster.

People experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Victoria are moving into 46 new homes with around-the-clock supports with the opening of The Juniper.

As part of work underway to deliver more homes for people faster, the Province has introduced new legislation to reduce construction delays and streamline processes to fund key services, infrastructure and amenities for growing communities.

Thousands of people experiencing homelessness will have access to warm, safe spaces to stay as colder weather arrives in communities throughout British Columbia.

Nearly 20 new safe, affordable homes are available for women and their children leaving violence in Victoria with the opening of a new housing development.

Vulnerable young adults experiencing or at risk of homelessness are moving into 48 new safe and secure homes with supports.  

Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Housing, has appointed four new members to the BC Housing board of commissioners to help provide more housing options for people in British Columbia.

Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Housing, has released the following statement in recognition of Homelessness Action Week, Oct. 9-15, 2023: