Saskatoon’s Governance and Priorities Committee is now seeking council approval to lead several new initiatives in the Saskatoon Homelessness Action Plan (SHAP).
Some of those tasks include incentives for affordable housing conversions, support for affordable housing providers and the establishment of a community land trust.
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City Manager Jeff Jorgenson noted progress from the provincial government regarding treatment centres and shelter beds, with a 60-bed facility expected to be announced soon.
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The plan is still being finalized and is subject to council approval.
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