We need more spaces: Regina reacts to proposed North Central emergency shelter – Regina [Video]

Regina city council has announced the proposed location for a new permanent emergency shelter — something community members say the city desperately needs.

“We need more spaces for people,” Sarah Kozusko, the owner Queen City Wellness Pharmacy said.

Kozusko spends much of her time helping find treatment centres, and helping the homeless community in the area.

“The emergency shelters are full all the time, so I am hoping this is an increase in spots available, not just a movement of places,” she went on to explain.

City council is considering a location at 1420 and 1440 Albert St., just north of Dewdney Avenue.

“Without emergency shelters, there is nowhere for people to go in the interim while they wait for housing,” Kozusko said.

“Nest Health Centre” has been fulfilling the role of a temporary shelter, but their lease expires next summer.

Administration has been seeking a long-term solution for the …