Thursday, March 26, 2026
The federal government, along with the Province of British Columbia announced $18.2 million in combined funding for 40 new affordable and supportive homes with Katzie First Nation.
The project, located at 19676/19679/19696 Salish Road in Pitt Meadows, features three buildings, including 10 youth housing unit and 16 supportive housing units, both with 24/7 staffing and services, and 14 independent affordable housing units.
“This development is more than housing–it’s a place where our youth, elders, and families can thrive. It reflects our values of care and community, and we are proud to see this vision come to life,” said Chief Grace George, Katzie First Nation.
Amenities include communal lounges, a commercial kitchen, multipurpose rooms, and an elder’s gathering space. In partnership with Fraser Health and the Ministry of Family and Child Development, increased mental health services and community services will also be offered on site.
“Having housing and supports in one place means Elders, youth and families don’t have to leave their community to get care. These homes and culture-based services will help young people transition out of care, support community members facing mental-health and addiction challenges and give elders and families the foundation to make their daily like simpler and more stable,” said Christine Boyle, BC Minister of Housing.
Residents were selected by Katzie First Nation Affordable Housing Development Society in partnership with BC Housing and the Ministry of Child and Family Development, prioritizing Indigenous individuals with multiple barriers and youth aging out of care.
“This project is about creating safe, culturally supportive homes for Indigenous people at every stage of life. By working with our partners, we are helping ensure people have the stability, dignity, and connection they need to thrive. It’s a meaningful step toward stronger, healthier communities and lasting reconciliation,” said Zoe Royer, MP, Port Moody-Coquitlam.
These homes completed construction in December 2025 and have been tenanted by Katzie First Nation members since that time.
This project is a partnership between the federal government, through the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), the Province, through BC Housing, Katzie First Nation Affordable Housing Development Society, Fraser Health, and the Ministry of Children and Family Development.
“Having housing and supports in one place means Elders, youth and families don’t have to leave their community to get care. These homes and culture-based services will help young people transition out of care, support community members facing mental-health and addiction challenges and give elders and families the foundation to make their daily like simpler and more stable,” said Christine Boyle, BC Minister of Housing.
Featured image: (Katzie First Nation)
