Housing, Rental and Healthcare Support
Comox Valley Ad Hoc Emergency Resources Organization (AHERO) Guide
Comprehensive listings of emergency services and supports available in the Comox Valley.
Regional Rent Bank
📞 250-703-1876
📧 cvrrb@shaw.ca
🌐 Visit: Comox Valley Affordable Housing Society
🔗 Learn more about the Rent Bank
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Short-term, interest-free loans for rent, utilities, and security deposits
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Support for those at risk of eviction or utility disconnection
Tenant & Rent Support
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Resources for tenants facing housing insecurity
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Advocacy, dispute resolution, and referral services
Street Survival Guide
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Local resources for unsheltered individuals
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Includes food, shelter, healthcare, and crisis support info
Ministry of Social Development & Poverty Reduction (MSDPR)
📞 1-888-866-0800
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Income Assistance and general financial support services
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Apply for basic needs, shelter support, and hardship assistance
Financial Crisis Support (MSDPR – Local Office)
📞 250-702-5134
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Emergency financial support for individuals in crisis
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Support with unexpected needs such as food, transportation, or urgent shelter expenses
Wachiay Friendship Centre
1625 McPhee Avenue
📞 250-338-7793
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Housing, homelessness, and tenancy support
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Assistance with forms, survival gear, and referrals
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Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
(Closed for lunch: 12:00 – 1:00 PM) - Wachiay Friendship Centre Program Guide
View guide
Comox Valley Transition Society
625 England Avenue
📞 250-895-0511
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Housing support for women and children
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Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
(Closed for lunch: 12:00 – 1:00 PM)
Dawn to Dawn Action on Homelessness Society
📞 250-650-6488
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Transitional housing and case management services
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Programs for individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness
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Health navigation, housing placement, and wraparound support
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Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Emergency Shelter Services: Comox Valley
Pidcock Shelter (Ages 19+)
Operated by: Salvation Army
632 Pidcock Avenue
📞 250-338-2533
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Low-barrier emergency shelter for adults
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Beds: 24 male, 6 female
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Transitional Units: 6 units (3 men, 3 women) for those seeking stable housing
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Substance Use: Not permitted; individuals who appear intoxicated will be asked to leave
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Mobility: Not suitable for individuals with mobility issues
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Hours: Open 24/7
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Intake Cut-off Time: 3:00 PM
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Free Service
Connect Centre
Operated by: Comox Valley Transition Society
685 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay
📞 250-218-3975
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Provides short-term shelter for individuals at risk of or experiencing homelessness
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Beds: 22 available
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Check-in: Between 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
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Regular check-ins may help secure a reserved bed
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Overflow Mats: 10 available, first come, first served
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Day Hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Night Shelter: 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM
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Service Hours: Monday–Saturday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Free Service
Lilli House
Operated by: Comox Valley Transition Society
📞 250-338-1227
📞 24-Hour Crisis Line: 250-338-1227
📱 Text Support: 250-218-4034
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Emergency shelter for women and children fleeing abuse
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Support: Safe space and assistance transitioning into a life free from violence
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Beds: 14 available
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Substance Use: Not permitted; guests cannot appear under the influence
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Staffed: 24/7
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Free Services
Mental Health & Substance Use (MHSU) Resources
Island Health – MHSU – Support Schedule (Comox Valley)
See the schedule
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Food & Clothing Resources – Comox Valley
Comox Valley Food Bank
1255 McPhee Avenue
📞 250-871-7577
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Food pickup once per week
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Hours:
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Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
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8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
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St. George’s United Church – Sonshine Lunch Club
505 6th Street, Courtenay
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Free daily lunch
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Monday–Friday: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Northgate Church – Saturday Lunch
1640 Burgess Road
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Free lunch
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Saturday: 11:30 AM
Sunday Station – Hot Meal
Old Train Station (Cumberland Road)
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Free hot meal
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Sunday: 4:30 PM
St. Vincent de Paul
1599 Tunner Drive
📞 250-334-0070
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Monthly food hamper + $50 grocery gift card
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Delivery available
St. Peter’s Anglican Church – Blessings Boutique
218 Church Street, Comox
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Clothing & Household Items:
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Thursday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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Food Hamper (1×/month):
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Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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Free Community Lunch:
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1st Friday of each month
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St. John the Divine – Blessings Boutique
5th Street, Courtenay
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Clothing & Household Items:
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Monday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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Community Fellowship Baptist Church – Free Clothing
2963 Lake Trail Road
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Clothing Support:
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Thursday: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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(Closed during July & August)
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Useful Websites
- The Homeless Hub
- BC Housing
- Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
- Office of the Federal Housing Advocate