• May 15, 2020

    Campbell River preparing temporary space for safer camping on Homewood Road

    Work will soon begin to prepare a temporary site on Homewood Road that will support provincial public health orders and provide up to 25 appropriately-distanced camping sites for people experiencing homelessness in Campbell River.

    The City intends to clear and grade the former BMX track, and make basic services available at that location, while provincial COVID-19 restrictions for physical distancing are in place.

    The initiative is being developed with local social service organizations, including BC Housing. Plans are in the works to arrange for a local organization to manage and operate the site, and to provide as many support services as possible on site. Services could include regular meals, social supports and health services, including visits from doctors and nurse practitioners.

    The City will provide preliminary information to nearby businesses and residents next week, including who to contact with any questions or concerns.

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Campbell River preparing temporary space for safer camping on Homewood Road

by Julie Douglas | May 15, 2020

Work will soon begin to prepare a temporary site on Homewood Road that will support provincial public health orders and provide up to 25 appropriately-distanced camping sites for people experiencing homelessness in Campbell River.

The City intends to clear and grade the former BMX track, and make basic services available at that location, while provincial COVID-19 restrictions for physical distancing are in place.

The initiative is being developed with local social service organizations, including BC Housing. Plans are in the works to arrange for a local organization to manage and operate the site, and to provide as many support services as possible on site. Services could include regular meals, social supports and health services, including visits from doctors and nurse practitioners.

The City will provide preliminary information to nearby businesses and residents next week, including who to contact with any questions or concerns.

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