Dawson Creek Native Housing Society

Provides low-income rental housing for the Indigenous community. The Indigenous Homeless Outreach Program provides outreach services to Indigenous individuals age 19 and over who are homeless, at risk of becoming homeless, or difficult to house. Outreach workers meet with individuals where they are (on the street, in a shelter, or in a temporary place) to determine housing needs and provide referrals to services to meet immediate needs such as emergency shelter, food, clothing, and blankets. Also provides help with obtaining identification and income assistance. Connects individuals to housing options by providing support with the application, move-in process, appointments and/or housing viewings, and liaison with landlords; rent subsidies may be available to support this process. Provides links to culturally appropriate services, as well as referrals to other support such as health care, counselling, and addiction recovery services. Serves Dawson Creek and Pouce Coupe. Office hours are 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday. Funded by BC Housing. Nonprofit society, registered charity.