Courtenay - 1885 Cliffe Avenue (The Lodge)

In May 2023, the Province, through BC Housing, purchased the Super 8 motel located at 1885 Cliffe Avenue in Courtenay. The purchase was made to ensure residents of the Travelodge, which had opened as a shelter during the pandemic and had a lease expiring on June 30, 2023, were not left without housing when the site closed. Residents moved into the site, renamed The Lodge, in summer 2023.

About Supportive Housing at 1885 Cliffe Ave

This facility is not a homeless shelter but is considered supportive housing.

Supportive housing is an opportunity for people to leave the streets and shelter system for safe and stable housing that will contribute to an improved quality of life.

Residents pay rent and receive supports on-site to ensure they can achieve and maintain housing stability including:

• Cultural supports
• 24/7 staff presence
• Wellness checks
• Life skills training
• Employment assistance
• Connection to other services

The Operator

Comox Valley Transition Society (CVTS) was chosen through a fair and open process to operate The Lodge. CVTS had previously operated the Travelodge shelter and staff had strong relationships with residents, helping to ensure a smooth transition for residents.

Community Advisory Committee

A Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for The Lodge at 1885 Cliffe Ave was initiated in September 2024. Committee members included representatives from CVTS, Courtenay Police, K'omoks First Nation, and immediate neighbours. The CAC is now on hiatus as committee members felt issues/concerns had been fully addressed.

Questions?

We welcome questions and comments by email to communityrelations@bchousing.org