Proposed development by the Métis Nation Government in British Columbia would create up to 40 affordable housing units and a daycare facility.

The City of Campbell River (the City) is working with the Métis Nation Government in British Columbia (MNBC) on a property transfer of 11, 23, 35 and 47 Dogwood Street that would bring up to 40 new affordable housing units and a daycare facility to the community.

“This property will allow MNBC to make real progress on our goals of building affordable housing, child care, and community spaces for Métis families,” said Walter Mineault, Vice-President of MNBC and Minister of Housing. “We are committed to creating opportunities for Métis citizens to thrive, and this development will make a meaningful impact for many.”

MNBC approached the City on the proposed development and the parties entered into a conditional agreement that will see MNBC purchase the properties from the City at fair market value and reimbursement of the City’s associated costs with the property transaction. The partnership will create additional housing and daycare spaces within the community and supports Council’s Strategic Priorities.

“We value this opportunity to work with MNBC and facilitate the development of affordable housing and childcare facilities for Campbell River residents,” says Campbell River Mayor Kermit Dahl. “Council is committed to working collaboratively on opportunities to address housing availability and attainability, and to meet the needs of the growing community. This property transfer is another step the City is taking to encourage the development of affordable housing options to support Campbell River’s growth and vitality.”

The properties at 11, 23 and 35 Dogwood Street are currently vacant lots, zoned as Residential Multiple Three (RM-3), which allows for apartment and social- or community-care facilities. The current allowable density for the properties is 16 to 19 units. The property at 47 Dogwood Street is currently zoned as a residential property (R-1). An application to rezone the properties to allow the full 40 units proposed for the development will be submitted to Council for consideration at a later date.

“We are thrilled to secure this land to help meet the critical needs of Métis citizens across British Columbia,” said Patrick Harriott, MNBC’s Region 1 Director. “Affordable housing and child care are urgently needed, and this new site will allow us to develop facilities and programs, and support the excellent work of our Campbell River community.”

The City will share information on the City website and all required public notifications will be made.

For the latest information on statutory notifications, visit campbellriver.ca/public-notices.

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City Contact: Lynsey Daur, Information Management Officer | 250-286-5720 | Lynsey.Daur@campbellriver.ca

MNBC Contact: Marc Riddell | Director, Communications | 778-834-5717 | mriddell@mnbc.ca

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