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How Long Women Wait for Housing After Leaving Violence in British Columbia

A new report treats the wait between a shelter bed and a home as a cost. In B.C., women describe losing scholarships and living in cars, while the Province counts buildings and one night's waitlists.

Union Gospel Mission's new women's shelter in Downtown Eastside Vancouver offering 20 beds nightly, providing a safe space and essential services for vulnerable women facing homelessness.

New Shelter in Downtown Eastside Offers Vital Support for Vulnerable Women

A new short-term women’s shelter is opening in Downtown Eastside Vancouver, providing crucial support for vulnerable women as the region faces colder weather. Operated ...

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