New rental housing for Lax Kw’alaams Elders

PRINCE RUPERT—The Province along with the Lax Kw’alaams Band partnered to bring new affordable rental housing to the Lax Kw’alaams Village.

Eight new affordable rental homes for Indigenous Elders were created in the Village of Lax Kw’alaams, north of Prince Rupert. The homes are located on 2101 Nelson St. The single storey complex includes two two-bedroom and six one-bedroom units for Elders in the community.

“The project allows our Elders an affordable option to remain in the community thereby staying close to their families, their community and their lifestyle.”—Gary Reece, mayor, Village of Lax Kw’alaams

Each living space has living, dining, laundry and kitchen areas. The building is also wheelchair accessible and has diesel generator to address frequent power outages. Monthly rents range from $375 a month for a one bedroom to $570 for a two bedroom.