Whereas homelessness is a complex and multifaceted challenge that affects communities across BC, rural and urban, and there is a lack of a coordinated regional strategy and insufficient resources worsen this issue, leaving many vulnerable populations without adequate housing, and shelter; And whereas concentration of shelter beds and supportive housing can create unsustainable pressure on local resources and services in some communities while leaving other communities underserviced: Therefore be it resolved that UBCM advocate that the provincial government coordinate a regional approach to homelessness by increasing funding and resources for supportive housing and shelter initiatives across the province, and foster collaboration and coordination among local governments, provincial agencies, First Nation governments, Indigenous organizations, nonprofits, housing authorities, and community members.
