Nanaimo’s extreme weather shelter opening for the summer
NANAIMO — There will be more beds available for those experiencing homelessness in Nanaimo.
The Unitarian Shelter announced their doors at 595 Townsite Rd. will be open from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. until the end of summer. They normally open in November and close at the end of March to provide a bed for those in need during the winter.
Shelter executive director Lois Peterson said offering 30 beds a night will hopefully ease the burden placed on other shelters and services grappling with the ongoing homelessness crisis.
“When you look at the few shelter situations that are available over the summer, they’re all full up. The priority is providing overnight respite housing for people who need it.”