Members and friends of NACC are invited to sign a petition in support of stable, long-term housing with onsite supports and integrated mental health services and social supports. Evidence shows that complex care housing improves health outcomes, enhances community safety, and reduces reliance on emergency and crisis services.
There is opposition from a vocal non-resident group, which needs to be countered. The petition is to encourage the Burnaby Council to pass zoning changes to make this initiative happen.
Proposed Project: BC Housing has proposed a new complex care and supportive housing development on City-owned land at Imperial Street, Kingsway, and Royal Oak.
Advancing this project would: • Provide life-saving housing and wrap-around supports for vulnerable residents • Reduce pressure on emergency services, hospitals, and public spaces • Demonstrate Burnaby’s leadership in evidence-based, compassionate housing solutions • Build momentum for future affordable housing developments.
For more information, please click the following PDF document and/or contact Peter Van Ooyen. You are invited to sign the petition on the next two Sunday mornings.