North Cowichan mayor asks for province’s help to address homelessness, mental health (opens original article in a new tab)

North Cowichan mayor seeks provincial help to address homelessness and mental health issues, proposing specific solutions and highlighting existing provincial efforts in the region.

• North Cowichan mayor requests provincial assistance for homelessness and mental health crisis
• Mayor proposes converting former hospital into treatment centre and establishing year-round shelter and funding for temporary housing
• Province has developed 100 affordable homes and 47 permanent shelter spaces in North Cowichan since 2017
• Ministry acknowledges need for more support and emphasizes collaboration to end homelessness