News Items tag as: Kamloops homelessness

Kamloops youth homeless advocate hopes to increase awareness with campout event
December 12, 2018 - 3:13 PM

KAMLOOPS - More than 60 people are expected to camp outside this Friday to raise awareness for youth affected by homelessness in Kamloops.
Old Stuart Wood school won't be used as a temporary shelter this winter
September 04, 2018 - 1:05 PM

KAMLOOPS - The old Stuart Wood elementary school location will likely not resume as a temporary winter shelter this season.
Kamloops volunteers to honour lives of homeless people who died this year
July 11, 2018 - 11:00 AM

KAMLOOPS - A memorial service to honour more than 20 individuals who lived most of their lives homeless will be held this weekend in Kamloops.
Why a Kamloops advocate says there's far more homeless people than we think
June 29, 2018 - 3:30 PM

KAMLOOPS - It was less than a year ago Cynthia Travers was pitching a tent at Riverside Park after fleeing an abusive relationship. She was promised a roof over her head by someone she thought could help her, but when that also fell through, she ended up homeless for the third time in her life at 60 years old.
New shelter for homeless escaping the heat this summer in Kamloops
June 21, 2018 - 5:30 PM

KAMLOOPS - The Out of the Cold Shelter which operates from November to March out of St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral in downtown Kamloops will be extending its services for the summer months.
Homeless count reveals at least 190 homeless individuals in Kamloops
June 15, 2018 - 4:18 PM

KAMLOOPS - A homeless count conducted in late March has identified nearly 200 individuals dealing with homelessness in Kamloops.
Kamloops youth facing housing insecurities need more support
May 01, 2018 - 4:00 PM

KAMLOOPS - Volunteers are getting ready to hit the streets next week in the second youth homelessness count in Kamloops.
How a food bank is helping homeless pet owners in Kamloops
April 20, 2018 - 3:00 PM

KAMLOOPS - It’s a situation she thought she’d never be in — especially with two dogs.
Here's the best way to voice your opinion on new affordable housing plans for Kamloops
January 24, 2018 - 2:30 PM

KAMLOOPS – The City of Kamloops will hold two open houses this week to discuss affordable housing projects.
Kamloops to rezone if necessary for apartment building for homeless
October 13, 2017 - 3:03 PM

KAMLOOPS - Kamloops city council may be asked to do some rezoning in order to come through on a promise to build a modular apartment building for homeless people.
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