2. She was homeless. Now she feels safe in her tiny shelterTiny shelters are a huge change for people who have been living out in the cold and, in some cases, the woods. Gareth Hampshire got to see one resident's new home when she moved in. CBC Nova Scotia. Were you aware of these small home villages?
3. Kelowna's tiny home villages - In September 2025, two temporary tiny home villages, with 60 units each, are operational in Kelowna. STEP Place at 759 Crowley Avenue, opened in early 2024, while the Balsam Place community on Appaloosa Road welcomed residents starting July 2025. Both are temporary solutions managed by BC Housing and local operators, featuring private sleeping units and shared community spaces, with plans to provide support services and a pathway to permanent housing for residents. This has freed up more shelter spaces to get more people off the street and into shelter. Is there a Housing Program for homeless people in your region?
4. Stephen Village – Supportive Housing in Kelowna, this prefab modular building was built very quickly on city land. Stephen Village is located in Kelowna, BC. It offers homes with supports for people experiencing homelessness. The John Howard Society of the Okanagan & Kootenay is managing the housing. Staff are on site 24/7 providing support to the residents. There are a variety of support services in place to meet the needs of residents. These include outreach workers and wellness checks. All residents receive individualized case planning to further develop life and social skills. There is employment planning and managing the transition to independence and recovery. Programming space is available to help training and food preparation. Other services include referral to community services and support groups. Do you have support housing in your area?
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