The government of Manitoba said it has moved 33 people from encampments into housing as part of efforts to shut down and clear out encampments across the province.
The provincial government said the individuals have also been provided supports from community agencies to help them transition from living in encampments to their own homes.
The move has seen 17 encampments cleared in the past three months, according to Housing, Addictions, and Homelessness Minister Bernadette Smith.
The province has put aside $6.4 million to build 67 more social housing units in a partnership with Main Street Project, Siloam Mission, and Sunshine House.
“There should be no chronic homelessness in a rich country like Canada,” Smith said. “We’re bringing more housing online and working with partners to get folks housed with the wraparound supports they need to succeed.”…