Local organizations are coming together ahead of the opening of BC Housing’s new Step Beyond shelter on 16th Avenue North.
The new shelter, operated by the Cranbrook Community Connections Society of Southeast BC (CCS), is scheduled to open later this month.
In preparation, a working group has been formed to address potential challenges and coordinate community supports.
The group includes BC Housing, Cranbrook Community Connections Society of Southeast BC, Indigenous partners, Interior Health, local service providers, police, firefighters, and representatives from the City of Cranbrook.
Members say their focus will be on identifying and responding to issues quickly, maintaining safety, and supporting shelter residents and surrounding neighbourhoods.
“Change usually brings new challenges, but by bringing key partners together ahead of time, we’re able to enhance our capacity for joint problem-solving and shared accountability,” said Marcel Germer, Social Development Coordinator.
The working group first met in mid-July and will reportedly continue to meet regularly as the shelter becomes operational.
The shelter is set to open late August.
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