New affordable housing opens for low-income residents in Chilliwack

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The property is owned by Cheam View United Church and will be leased to the Housing Society for 60 years. The building replaces a previous church building and provides a new dedicated community space for the church on the main floor.

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“Together with local government and community partners, we’re providing housing options so people can afford to live where they work, raise their families and stay connected to the places they call home,” said Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs.

The Province, through BC Housing, contributed approximately $29 million to the project, including a grant of approximately $10 million through the Community Housing Fund. Cheam View United Church contributed land valued at approximately $3 million.

The City of Chilliwack contributed approximately $1 million in development cost charges and fee waivers. Mayor Ken Popove said, “The development of Cedar Lá:lém supports the city’s Homelessness Action Plan goal to increase the supply of affordable housing.” He add that the project supports Chilliwack’s goal of increasing the supply of affordable housing.