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Will there be overnight stays for patients at the centre? No. There will be accommodation for travelling medical doctors who we need to bring to the community
shuswap (secwépemc) healing centre
Is this a rehab or addictions facility? No However, patients facing addiction issues will be able to access physician care and referrals for additional support as they do now
What is Splatsin's involvement?
The project fulfills some of the Truth & Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action including improved education, health facilities and green infrastructure. The Shuswap Healing Centre will be owned by Sicamous taxpayers and operated by the District of Sicamous in conjunction with our partner Splatsin.
Worried about losing green space? 200 Main Street is not dedicated as park It has archaeological significance that cannot be disturbed and 0.66 acres (41%) of greenspace will be maintained for the public's use
What services will be in the centre?
The Eagle Valley Community Support Society is working with us to determine interior programming and may be a tenant offering support services We are also working to bring Interior Health into the new centre. There will be a traditional healing space and room for other services as the community grows
Why do we need this project? The current facility is aging and needs upgrades. The new building will be double the space and the medical clinic will be moved over. Our community is growing and so should our health options! The new building is 78% grant funded and we continue to explore other funding opportunities
what'snext?
Geotechnical, archaeological, and environmental studies have been completed. Pending any schedule changes, construction is set for fall 2023/spring 2024 and will take approximately 12 months to complete.
EAGLE VALLEY SENIOR CITIZENS HOUSING SOCIETY (EVSCHS)
Sicamous has committed one acre of land for EVSCHS to develop 36 one bedroom units of affordable housing for seniors on the southern portions of 417 and 425 Main Street with access provided off Gordon Mackie Lane EVSCHS provides affordable housing, services, and amenities to independent persons who are 55 and older as well as people in need of supportive care that promotes independence, wellness and dignity in a safe, secure environment.
COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
Sicamous is pursuing the development of a future commercial/residential housing project on the 1.5 acre front portion of the Main Street properties. An expression of interest will be released this month to attract qualified housing partners for the design, construction, and management of a multi-use development. Want to learn more about housing in Sicamous? You are welcome to attend Housing Committee meetings held the first Thursday of every month at 1 p.m. in Council Chambers - Municipal Hall (446 Main Street).
