Province, Powell River work together to address homelessness
More support is on the way for people experiencing homelessness as the Province and the City of Powell River partner on a new temporary shelter.
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Honourable Christine Boyle
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The Province has set new housing targets for a fourth group of municipalities, bringing thousands of new homes to communities throughout B.C.
From Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/08/infrastructure-upgrades-to-enhance-stormwater-management-in-white-rock.html
On March 22, 2025, the people of Okanagan Falls voted in favour of incorporating as a new municipality.
People experiencing homelessness in Williams Lake have access to additional shelter spaces with the opening of Roots on First.
The B.C. Public Service acknowledges the territories of First Nations around B.C. and is grateful to carry out our work on these lands. We acknowledge the rights, interests, priorities, and concerns of all Indigenous Peoples - First Nations, Métis, and Inuit - respecting and acknowledging their distinct cultures, histories, rights, laws, and governments.