Saanich council approves two affordable housing projects

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Victoria Cool Aid’s Cottage Grove is one step closer to completion.

“It’s desperately needed housing for [Cool Aid’s] clients, moving them from homelessness or couch surfing situations, so this gives a transition for them,” said Mayor Frank Leonard. “We’ve always been anxious to take advantage of an opportunity to reduce the homeless situation in the region.” This will be Cool Aid’s second building in Saanich. The first is Olympic Vista, a 36-unit building on Carey Road.

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Source: Saanich News

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