7 Million Supportive Housing Development Opens In Vancouver

“5616 Fraser Street will make a real difference, both for the people who call it home and for the community, by providing stable housing and support to people battling addictions and mental illness,” said Minister responsible for Housing Rich Coleman. “Supportive housing developments are an important part of breaking the cycle of homelessness.” The development was created through partnerships under the Government of Canada’s Homelessness Partnering Strategy and the Provincial Homelessness Initiative housing program, which is part of the ongoing work of the Premier’s Task Force on Homelessness, Mental Illness and Addictions. The initiative integrates support services with housing to help people move beyond temporary shelter to more secure housing, greater self-reliance, and appropriate employment. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2005-2009/2007FOR0160-001370.htm

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