Surrey - 13939 104 Avenue

The Travelodge Hotel in Surrey.


The Province, through BC Housing, purchased the former Travelodge Hotel at 13939 104 Avenue in Surrey in April 2021 to provide shelter for those who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness in Surrey. This is part of a long-term plan to provide safe, supportive housing in Surrey.

Operator

BC Housing conducted a Request for Proposals and are pleased to announce that Connective has been selected as the operator for this building. Connective has over 90 years of experience providing person-centered programs and services, including housing, to communities across BC and the Yukon.

Connective recently changed their name from John Howard Society Pacific to Connective to better reflect the work they do and the diverse community members they serve. To find out more information about Connective, please visit: connective.ca.

13939 104 Avenue

The proposed supportive homes at 13939 104 Avenue are part of a long-term plan for homelessness in the City of Surrey. People moving into this building will be at risk of, or experiencing, homelessness in Surrey. A portion of these supportive homes will be for community members identifying as Indigenous.

Connective staff will be on-site 24/7 to provide residents with support services including:

  • Meals

  • Life skills training

  • Health and personal development programs

  • Access to important health and wellness supports

  • Referrals to health services

  • Cultural supports

We look forward to welcoming residents to their new homes in July/August 2022.

Engagement

BC Housing is applying to rezone the building to allow for use as permanent supportive housing.

A Virtual Open House is live from June 9th to June 23rd. We invite community members to read through the self-guided presentation and learn more about the proposed supportive housing for 13939 104 Avenue and ask questions and submit comments in the Q&A section or email: communityrelations@bchousing.org.

Comments and questions received were summarized and included in a report submitted to the City of Surrey; names will not be included out of respect for privacy.

Council unanimously rezoned the site at a public hearing on July 25, 2022.


The Province, through BC Housing, purchased the former Travelodge Hotel at 13939 104 Avenue in Surrey in April 2021 to provide shelter for those who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness in Surrey. This is part of a long-term plan to provide safe, supportive housing in Surrey.

Operator

BC Housing conducted a Request for Proposals and are pleased to announce that Connective has been selected as the operator for this building. Connective has over 90 years of experience providing person-centered programs and services, including housing, to communities across BC and the Yukon.

Connective recently changed their name from John Howard Society Pacific to Connective to better reflect the work they do and the diverse community members they serve. To find out more information about Connective, please visit: connective.ca.

13939 104 Avenue

The proposed supportive homes at 13939 104 Avenue are part of a long-term plan for homelessness in the City of Surrey. People moving into this building will be at risk of, or experiencing, homelessness in Surrey. A portion of these supportive homes will be for community members identifying as Indigenous.

Connective staff will be on-site 24/7 to provide residents with support services including:

  • Meals

  • Life skills training

  • Health and personal development programs

  • Access to important health and wellness supports

  • Referrals to health services

  • Cultural supports

We look forward to welcoming residents to their new homes in July/August 2022.

Engagement

BC Housing is applying to rezone the building to allow for use as permanent supportive housing.

A Virtual Open House is live from June 9th to June 23rd. We invite community members to read through the self-guided presentation and learn more about the proposed supportive housing for 13939 104 Avenue and ask questions and submit comments in the Q&A section or email: communityrelations@bchousing.org.

Comments and questions received were summarized and included in a report submitted to the City of Surrey; names will not be included out of respect for privacy.

Council unanimously rezoned the site at a public hearing on July 25, 2022.

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  • Is this still in the works? I don't see anything being done in this location.

    HC asked over 2 years ago

    Thank you for your inquiry. This site is currently going through the municipal rezoning process. We anticipate occupancy in the winter of 2021/2022. 

  • I am wondering how someone can apply to be a resident these new supportive housing locations? I have a client currently living in a park who I think would be a perfect fit to apply. Thank you , Amanda

    Amanda asked almost 3 years ago

    Thank you for contacting BC Housing. BC Housing has a range of programs to provide housing assistance for residents of BC. This includes various subsidized housing options as well as rent supplements in which part of an individual's rent is paid for by BC Housing. You can view this site to search housing listings in a specific area (including Surrey): https://www.bchousing.org/housing-assistance/rental-housing/housing-listings

    The Program Finder can be used to learn which programs your client might be eligible for: https://programfinder.bchousing.org/programfinder/faces/start

    For more assistance with a housing application and to discuss potential housing options, please contact Applicant Services at 1-800-257-7756 (toll-free).

  • How safe will this be for the neighboring elementary school that shares a fence with this property? Did you consider that at all?

    LDT76 asked almost 3 years ago

    The Province, through BC Housing, is purchasing this hotel as part of a long-term plan to provide safe, warm homes with supports to address the critical needs of people experiencing homelessness in the lower mainland. 

    Surrey is experiencing a housing crisis with 644 people experiencing homelessness in the last point-in-time count. This purchase will create warm, safe homes with supports for people experiencing homelessness in the community. These homes with supports are intended for individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and further along in their recovery journey.  

    BC Housing is committed to being good neighbours. All new supportive housing that we develop across the province provides a safe community both inside and outside the building. The most important security feature, both for residents and the community, is staffing. The building would have staff onsite 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to ensure that residents are supported and that any concerns are addressed in the timely manner. 

  • What criteria will the operator look at to determine who gets supportive housing? And will you make it public what these criteria’s are? We have kids who go to the OLGC school and are concerned for their safety. Will there be people there who are abusing drugs? Will there be someone in charge of making sure no needles or drugs are left behind for young elementary kids to find? There are already instances where people go into the school property and make up a story to get money. There’s also instances of people breaking in and leaving their needles and feces on school property. We are concerned that this supportive housing will attract more of these kinds of behaviours around the school. Is it really safe for kids to go to a school located beside supportive housing?

    Concerned mother asked almost 3 years ago

    People who experience homelessness are as varied as any other neighbour. They may be seniors, persons with disabilities, people who have employment but no housing, people who are working through mental health concerns and/or substance use. All residents in supportive housing have made a choice to work towards living a healthy, stable life.   

    BC Housing collaborates with local service providers on a thoughtful and thorough assessment process to ensure an appropriate mix of residents with the right supports live in the housing. Every potential resident is considered on an individual basis to ensure that the housing and services provided by the program match the support services that they need, such as life skills training, employment assistance, and help with accessing a range of social and health care services.   

    A coordinated access table brings together people and partners (i.e. Fraser Health, BC Housing, community outreach services) who are working to assist potential residents in determining suitability. Suitability considers vulnerability in the community, neighbourhood considerations, accessibility to services, the housing operators’ experience and mandates - all in the interest of creating a balanced mix tenancy that will support successful operation and tenancies. 

    BC Housing is committed to being good neighbours. The most important safety feature, both for residents and the community, is staffing. The building would have staff onsite 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to ensure that residents are supported and that any concerns are addressed in the timely manner. 

    There are schools in every community and many supportive housing sites are developed near schools. For more information please review this factsheet

  • Can the tenants stay for life? Do you mean they have ongoing mental health and/or substance-abuse disabilities? Do you think this is a good idea to place it beside an elementary school?

    Joekrismas asked almost 3 years ago

    BC Housing collaborates with local service providers on a thoughtful and thorough assessment process to ensure an appropriate mix of residents with the right supports live in the housing. Every potential resident is considered on an individual basis to ensure that the housing and services provided by the program match the support services that they need, such as life skills training, employment assistance, and help with accessing a range of social and health care services.   

    Residents would have an individual case plan and be expected to abide by it in addition to paying rent. The case plan would address expectations about appropriate and respectful behavior especially as it relates to the health and safety of themselves and others. Operational staff would work with residents and the neighbours to foster good neighbourhood relations. 

    Many supportive housing sites for people experiencing homelessness across the province have been operating in their communities and near schools for 10+ years with no issues and with support from the community. There are over 210 provincially funded supportive housing sites across the province that are within 500 metres of a school, and 52% of provincially funded supportive housing sites in B.C. within 500 metres of schools have been operating for 10+ years.   

  • How are you going to ensure the safety of the students and staff of the elementary school that is RIGHT BESIDE this proposed facility

    TP asked almost 3 years ago

    BC Housing is committed to being good neighbours and the safety of the residents, staff and surrounding community is a priority. . The most important safety feature, both for residents and the community, is staffing. The building would have staff onsite 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to ensure that residents are supported and that any concerns are addressed in the timely manner.    

    We all want safe neighbourhoods. This would be a purpose-built property and security measures would include well-lit and fenced grounds, extensive camera monitoring and a controlled single point of entry. Just like any other residence, if there are concerns with specific individuals coming on property or loitering around the property, the operator will work with City bylaw and police around potential solutions.    

    A Community Advisory Committee will be created to support the successful integration of the building into the neighbourhood and community, with representation from BC Housing, Fraser Health, the City, Police Department, BIA/Chamber, any relevant community partners such as school district, service providers and community members at large.   

  • How is this an appropriate facility when it is situated adjacent to an elementary school and youth centre?

    Sobou asked almost 3 years ago

    The Province is working to address the ongoing housing crisis and COVID-19 pandemic. This has led us to explore purchasing hotels and other spaces to provide indoor spaces in Surrey. This site was chosen because of the increasing demand for homes with supports, their availability, costs and proximity to transit and other services.

    Many supportive housing sites for people experiencing homelessness across the province have been operating in their communities and near schools for 10+ years with no issues and with support from the community. There are over 210 provincially funded supportive housing sites across the province that are within 500 metres of a school, and 52% of provincially funded supportive housing sites in B.C. within 500 metres of schools have been operating for 10+ years.  

Page last updated: 27 Jul 2022, 11:32 AM