Indigenous Homeless Outreach Program

Provides outreach to Indigenous and non-Indigenous individuals age 19 and over (youth age 18 and younger may also be eligible) who are homeless, at risk of becoming homeless, or difficult to house. Outreach workers determine housing needs, offer resources from donations (such as small household items, clothing, and blankets), and provide referrals to services to meet immediate needs. 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. Also offers tax clinics for low-income individuals of any background. Serves the Lower Mainland. Call for appointments Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays; walk-ins welcome on Wednesdays. Office hours are 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday. Funded by BC Housing.