Operating Agency: Boyle Street Community Services
Neighbourhood: Terrace Heights in Ward Métis
Community Contact: Elliott Tanti
Contact Information: etanti@boylestreet.org
Good Neighbour Statement of Operations: Please read the statement here
Units: 47
Specialization: Serving individuals experiencing ongoing substance use disorders and those with a history of mental illness who rely on emergency services. Individuals who may have struggled with guest management in other housing programs may be suitable for Terrace Heights.
Program Description:
wâpanAcâhcahk – Morningstar home in Terrace Heights provides low-barrier, supportive housing to individuals who have been identified as requiring more supports with maintaining their housing. These individuals may be experiencing homelessness and/or housing insecurity. Boyle Street Community Services (BSCS) will be providing on-site supports to residents of Terrace Heights. BSCS’ mission is to end chronic homelessness. BSCS works to create healthy, safer, and more inclusive spaces for all, placing particular focus on making our services and spaces inclusive to First Nation, Métis, and Inuit people. The Terrace Heights team will provide supports based on the diverse cultures and groups who reside at the site.
Community Updates & Engagement
September: Boyle Street Community Services and Homeward Trust met with the SouthEast Community League Association (SECLA) and Councillor Salvador. An outcome of the first meeting was a commitment to continued community conversations for the benefit of the communities served by SECLA.
October: A letter from Boyle Street Community Services and Homeward Trust here
