Mayor Demands Action on Crisis

North Cowichan’s mayor is sounding the alarm on the worsening homelessness and mental health crisis, warning that the town is spending $2 million annually just to manage it — and it’s not enough. He’s pushing for bold, concrete solutions: converting the old Cowichan District Hospital into a treatment center, building a year-round shelter and drop-in hub, and securing funding for temporary housing and recovery beds. While the province acknowledges the need for more support and points to recent affordable housing wins, the mayor insists urgent, targeted action is required — and he’s demanding North Cowichan be prioritized for the kind of infrastructure other communities have received. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e4c4a980313afec1