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market is not able to provide housing for a significant proportion of the Comox Valley, and more residents than ever are at risk of homelessness or already in an unsustainable housing situation. It found that there is a need for more subsidized, supportive, and emergency housing and it uncovered a strong public desire to pursue alternative tenure types and forms of housing. The OCP consultation also confirmed public openness to more varieties of housing being incorporated into neighbourhoods across Courtenay.

More than a roof over one’s head, adequate housing is a fundamental human right in Canada, and an important social determinant of health. It impacts the community’s ability to attract and retain employees and sustain a vibrant economy. Specifically, the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce and Comox Valley Arts identify access to affordable and appropriate housing as top organizational priorities. Given this context, the Regional Housing Needs Assessment indicates that the private

PART C Thematic Policies