Seniors in Clearwater will soon have access to 26 new units of affordable housing.

Following the September 2016 announcement of a $500-million investment in affordable rental housing, the B.C. government has selected Yellowhead Community Services Society (YCS) to receive $3.6 million in capital funding toward a new housing project on Park Drive.

BC Housing will work with the society to fully develop the project plans and ensure the proper rezoning and consultation is considered and confirmed before construction.

Construction on the project is expected to begin in spring 2017, with completion projected for early 2018.

Quotes:

Terry Lake, MLA for Kamloops-North Thompson –

“This investment will expand affordable rental housing options for seniors. I’m proud that because of our government’s strong fiscal management we can take action to ensure seniors are being provided with affordable options to stay in their communities.”

Louise Weaver, board chair, Yellowhead Community Services Society –

“For a number of years YCS has identified a significant housing need flowing from the programs we deliver and our knowledge of community needs. In our 2014 strategic planning session we formalized our intention to develop an affordable housing option and now we are thrilled that we will be in a position to develop this for the community.’’

Quick Facts:

• Since 2001, the B.C. government has invested $4.9 billion to provide affordable housing for low income individuals, seniors and families.
• More than 104,000 B.C. households benefit from a diverse range of provincial housing programs and services.

Learn More:

To learn more about the Province's actions on housing affordability, visit: http://housingaffordability.gov.bc.ca/