After the recent closure of the shelter and co-located daytime drop-in centre, a new one is on the way.
The City of Powell River and qathet Coalition to End Homelessness (qCEH) are partnering together to open a new evening drop-in centre at the former Bylaws Office at 7156 Duncan Street.
Mayor Ron Woznow said they recognize the urgency of addressing the individuals in the community who struggle with housing security.
“Partnering with qCEH allows us to respond quickly and compassionately to a gap in services while longer-term solutions are explored.”
The agreement is for a three-month term with the option of two additional three-month extensions.
The initiative is not a replacement shelter but instead a short-term intervention to offer stability for people who were affected by the closure of the previous shelter.
The space will offer access to food and basic support from 6:00 p.m. to midnight for seven days a week starting in May.
