The province is working to open a new long-term supportive housing option at a former Halifax inn for women and gender-diverse people who are experiencing homelessness.
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The provincial government has made another change to the program that helps low-income renters pay for housing. The option has been removed for renters with no lease to swear an affidavit to prove what they pay for rent.
A new housing bill proposed by the provincial government has alarmed officials at the Halifax Regional Municipality, who say it takes away decisions traditionally made by the city, and may hurt their efforts to collect money for affordable housing.
Mary Crosby is making it her duty to help keep the many people living in tents and others going through hard times in the Halifax area warm. Her annual drive has earned her the nickname “Mary, queen of socks.”