A new report details 27 actions to reduce homelessness and mental health and addiction problems in the greater Moncton area and increase security downtown.
New Brunswick municipalities and regional service commissions may be given a greater role in addressing affordable housing and social issues under reforms the province plans in the coming years.
MONCTON, N.B. Moncton took another step to deal with homelessness on Monday. Millions are being earmarked to fund a 125-unit housing project to help people get off the streets. The city is putting up $6 million, with the province matching that amount. It is a joint project with Rising Tide Community Initiatives Inc. The project was slowed down by the pandemic, but will roll out over the next three years. The plan includes the purchase of about 20 properties in the city to make up the 125 units, although these properties haven t been identified. New Brunswick Social Development Minister Bruce Fitch is hoping that the federal rapid housing initiative fund in the New Year will also contribute to the project.