A combined contribution of over $2 million supports the development of more low-cost housing
The federal government together, with local housing advocacy groups, has announced the recent completion of additional units for the Segue Women’s Transitional Home in Lethbridge, Alberta.
A combined contribution of over $2 million supported the development of more low-cost housing units for women in recovery from addictions and mental health issues in the region.
“The facility will house women in three stages of recovery, from 30 days to three years,” according to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. “This expansion project is in response to the current drug crisis being experienced in the community.”
The government of Canada is investing more than $212,000 through the National Housing Co-Investment Fund, while Streets Alive Family Support Association is investing more than $1.4 million. The Lethbridge city government is contributing $425,000 towards the project.
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“Access to supportive housing is the foundation for socio-economic success,” said George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview. “It supports better education and health outcomes, better employment prospects and better community engagement and cohesion, not to mention economic growth and financial security.”
