Editor:
On behalf of Yes In New West, we would like to thank all of the people who wrote letters and spoke in favour of affordable housing in New Westminster.
With your support, council unanimously approved the Aboriginal Land Trust affordable homes proposal on May 31.
Over the last few weeks, we have seen an outpouring of support for affordable housing. From sign waving to bike rallies to letters, residents of New Westminster responded in numbers to show that our city is welcoming and inclusive and sees a great need for more affordable homes for more people.
During Monday's public hearing, the overwhelming majority of speakers said they are in support of affordable housing. The words and stories we heard filled us with pride in our neighbours. How wonderful it is when the community comes together to support affordable housing, and how wonderful it would be to see homes like this welcomed across the city.
Ninety-six Indigenous and Swahili-speaking families will soon be able to call New Westminster home. We know the residents of New Westminster will be welcoming our new neighbours with open arms and open hearts.
Thank you, New Westminster.
Tammy Dewar, Brad Cavanagh, Elliot Rossiter, Ruby Campbell, Rohan Singh, Maya Russell, Mike Folka and Rick Vugteveen
