Low income, single mothers with children are at particular risk of homelessness, and have been identified as a key target group for housing by Streetohome Foundation. Streetohome Foundation is proud to support YWCA’s Cause We Care House, a partnership with the City of Vancouver and Vancouver Public Library. This supportive housing project for single mothers and their children is part of the … Read More
Frank Giustra’s bleeding heart
Frank Giustra has always followed his heart – whether that’s ascending to the top of the heap in the mining industry, or charting a new course in the film industry. It’s his heart that first became engaged in the homeless issue. Once it was, his intellect kicked into high gear to find solutions to what was becoming an increasingly intractable issue in the city.
A lifelong dedication to helping the homeless
When Heather and Lloyd Craig’s lives intersected with homelessness more than 40 years ago, they had no idea it would become a lifelong preoccupation. She was a public health nurse working on the downtown eastside; he was a commercial banker working in the city core.
Howe Street
The combination of homelessness and HIV/AIDS can result in severe health concerns and expensive emergency services. In partnership with the McLaren Housing Society, the Province of BC and the City of Vancouver, Streetohome has committed $20 million to develop eight city sites, including this 110 unit project located downtown at Howe Street for those living with HIV/AIDS. Residents will experience an improved quality of life by gaining access to health management and wellness programs, life skills programs demonstrating nutrition, housekeeping and budgeting; and links to case managers, education and employment programs.
Budzey Building
Streetohome is working with families to break the cycle of homelessness in this building dedicated to the needs of women and children. In partnership with RainCity Housing, the Province of BC and the City of Vancouver, Streetohome committed $20 million to develop eight city sites, including this 147 unit project, with 41 suites set aside for women with children, and 105 for single women. RainCity Housing offers … Read More
Kwayatsut at 2465 Fraser
Youth at risk have special needs and require special supports to help them thrive. In partnership with the Vancouver Native Housing Society, Broadway Youth Resource Centre, the Province of BC and the City of Vancouver, Streetohome committed $20 million to develop eight city sites, including this 99 unit project. Thirty of the units are dedicated to youth aged 16 to 24.
Taylor Manor
Streetohome contributed to the renovation of Taylor Manor, located at Boundary and Adanac, and the addition of a three-storey annex to the site. The renewal of this heritage building was supported through a partnership with the City of Vancouver, and provides 56 supported housing units and facilities for homeless people with mental illness and addictions. Taylor Manor is operated by … Read More
Frank Giustra Receives Dalai Lama Humanitarian Award
Congratulations from all of us at Streetohome to Frank Giustra (@Frank_Giustra), Board Member, on receiving the Dalai Lama Humanitarian Award. His Holiness presented awards to Frank, and business leaders John Volken and Djavad Mowafaghian, whose vision and leadership have exemplified a compassionate spirit that has changed lives.
111 Princess
The opportunity to address mental health issues while living in safe housing greatly increases an individual’s chances of achieving stability and independence. In partnership with the Portland Hotel Society, the Province of BC and the City of Vancouver, Streetohome committed $20 million to develop eight city sites, including this 139 unit project.
1134 Burrard
Homeless youth are exposed to more physical abuse, illness and mental health issues than their peers. In partnership with the The Kettle, Family Services of Greater Vancouver, the Province of BC and the City of Vancouver, Streetohome has committed $20 million to develop eight city sites, including this 141 unit project. Thirty of the units will be committed to youth aged 16 to 24.
