qathet Living, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
After 30 years of effort and planning, Tla’amin Nation has secured an 8.8 million dollar Federal fund for the brand new independent Elder and disability housing project, ƛaχƛaχay ʔaye (Klah-Klah-Xay Ayeh).
Continue reading Elder housing breaks ground in a west coast First NationCKTZ News, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The province of British Columbia currently provides two types of rental subsidies for eligible lower-income families and seniors through BC Housing, paid in monthly instalments toward home rent in the private market. On Cortes and Quadra Islands, seniors make up nearly a third of the population.
Continue reading BC offers rental subsidies for lower-income households and seniorsCKTZ News, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Construction has begun on a new housing complex in Powell River to provide affordable homes for families and seniors with low to moderate incomes.
Continue reading Another affordable housing project is underway in Powell RiverCKTZ News, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The newest affordable housing project by Quadra Island Seniors Housing Society (QISHS) is welcoming tenants into its recently completed 16 units in Quathiaski Cove.
Continue reading Quadra Island seniors moving into freshly completed homesNational Observer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Cortes Island senior Hanyu Wasyliwis is in no hurry to unpack the boxes after her latest move.
The 77-year-old is settling into her new digs at her leisure because, for once, she’s not going anywhere.
“I do not intend to pack up and move ever again, God willing,” she said laughing.
Wasyliw is one of the residents moving into new housing at the Cortes Island Seniors Village, which provides stable, affordable units so older residents can age in place among family and friends.
Continue reading Cortes Island takes step to solve seniors housing crisis
