<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[AV Homelessness Advisory Committee]]></title><description><![CDATA[Connecting Communities, Supporting Lives]]></description><link>https://www.kvhomeless.com/stay-informed</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 23:55:33 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.kvhomeless.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Teamwork in Action: How Three Levels of Government Just Saved 46 Affordable Units in the Valley]]></title><description><![CDATA[When it comes to solving the housing crisis, we often hear that different levels of government don't talk to each other. But a major breakthrough in Wolfville proves what is possible when federal, provincial, and municipal partners align to protect local renters. The Big News Victory for housing stability in our municipality, a five-story apartment building at 204 Pleasant Street in Wolfville (along with two additional local properties coming this fall) has been officially purchased by the...]]></description><link>https://www.kvhomeless.com/post/valley-housing-win-46-affordable-rental-units-preserved-in-wolfville</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a187a418b50f46c29e040ec</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 17:31:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d728bd_f3fabc85f42e4dacbc395da5a7c0526a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_564,h_423,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KCHCC</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Safety and Facts: RCMP Clarify Crime Rates and the Unhoused in Kings County]]></title><description><![CDATA[When visible changes happen in our neighbourhoods, it’s natural for community anxiety to rise. However, addressing complex issues like public safety requires us to rely on data and facts rather than assumptions. At a recent police advisory board meeting, local law enforcement provided crucial clarity on crime trends in our community. The Featured News: Article: RCMP say no direct connection between unhoused, crime rates in Kings County Source: Annapolis Valley Register (By Kirk Starratt)...]]></description><link>https://www.kvhomeless.com/post/public-safety-and-facts-rcmp-clarify-crime-rates-and-the-unhoused-in-kings-county</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0739a5e17018105dedbe30</guid><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 15:28:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d728bd_f6d630d76c284fde8250a69ef8469864~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_630,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KCHCC</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Track the Progress: New Website Launches to Monitor Public Housing Projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[We know our community wants more than just promises—they want results. Staying informed about when and where new housing is coming to the Annapolis Valley just got much easier with the launch of a new provincial tracking tool. The Featured News: Resource: Public Housing for Nova Scotians Website Announcement: Public Housing Website Launches (Government News Release) A screenshot of the new public housing website home page. What This Site Offers: Project Status: See exactly which stage local...]]></description><link>https://www.kvhomeless.com/post/track-the-progress-new-website-launches-to-monitor-public-housing-projects</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fa236dc585bc8d32905f8e</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 17:08:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d728bd_31d2337d8447495d97e51712717dad55~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_904,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KCHCC</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Provincial Funding: Strengthening Our Local Safety Net]]></title><description><![CDATA[While we work toward long-term housing solutions, we cannot forget the immediate challenges facing our neighbors today. With the cost of living rising, our local food banks and shelters are under more pressure than ever. New provincial funding is arriving to help these vital organizations keep their doors open. The Featured News: Announcement: More Funding for Food, Emergency Shelters Source: Province of Nova Scotia (Department of Community Services) Where the Money is Going: $1.5 Million for...]]></description><link>https://www.kvhomeless.com/post/new-provincial-funding-strengthening-our-local-safety-net</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fa2495e6cd293e43771478</guid><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 03:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_d6075e57af524609a21593b06d05f2b8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KCHCC</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beyond the Sidewalk: Addressing Stigma in our Community]]></title><description><![CDATA[We often talk about homelessness in terms of numbers—bed counts, budget allocations, and statistics. But a recent report from the CBC reminds us of the human element that often gets lost in the noise: the stigma and tension felt by our unhoused neighbors. The Featured News Article: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/kentville-homeless-population-public-tension-stigma-unfair-9.7163682 Source: CBC News Nova Scotia Quick Summary: A recent profile of the unhoused community in Kentville...]]></description><link>https://www.kvhomeless.com/post/beyond-the-sidewalk-addressing-stigma-in-our-community</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fa1de37c961ad0b9fe126d</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:55:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d728bd_91b210a367b64ba29838b81144252029~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_630,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KCHCC</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cutting the Red Tape: How New Provincial Laws Help Build Homes Faster]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the biggest frustrations in solving the housing crisis is how long it takes for a project to go from a 'plan' to a 'finished home.' Often, good projects are held up for years by paperwork and permit delays. New legislation from the province aims to change that, making speed a top priority. The Featured News:  Announcement: Province Strengthens Housing Legislation to Accelerate Supply Source: Province of Nova Scotia What These Law Changes Actually Mean: Faster Approvals: The provincial...]]></description><link>https://www.kvhomeless.com/post/cutting-the-red-tape-how-new-provincial-laws-help-build-homes-faster</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fa256bc585bc8d32906414</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_7c13d53ba87a43c5b3ff8e73ee261a61~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KCHCC</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Tension to Collaboration: Kentville Business Association Steps Up to Help]]></title><description><![CDATA[A few weeks ago, we shared a report on the very real safety and operational concerns facing our downtown business district. Today, we are encouraged to share a follow-up story of collaboration. The Downtown Kentville Business Association is showing what true community leadership looks like by actively working to be part of the solution. The Featured News: Article: Kentville Business Association trying to help with unhoused situation Source: Annapolis Valley Register (By Kirk Starratt) (Note:...]]></description><link>https://www.kvhomeless.com/post/from-tension-to-collaboration-kentville-business-association-steps-up-to-help</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a073e0c22114a9aa2a79a4b</guid><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d728bd_1d4b2d36ac3b4c47acc76a63a18bc04e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_630,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KCHCC</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[If We Build It, Will They Come? Debunking the 'Magnet' Myth in Rural Communities]]></title><description><![CDATA[A question we often hear in our community is: 'If we open more services in Kentville, will it just attract more people from other towns?' It’s a fair question, but recent experts and data suggest that the answer is not what many expect. The Featured News: Article: Concerns rural homeless shelters attract more homelessness Source: CBC News Nova Scotia Photo credit: Josh Hoffman · CBC News Key Takeaways from the Article: The "Homegrown" Reality: The vast majority of people using rural shelters...]]></description><link>https://www.kvhomeless.com/post/if-we-build-it-will-they-come-debunking-the-magnet-myth-in-rural-communities</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fa27c3e6cd293e43771b9f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d728bd_0a0a80053a0e417db1521b8d62f07edb~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_630,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KCHCC</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leading with Kindness: A Local Business Owner’s Approach to Our Unhoused Neighbours]]></title><description><![CDATA[We often hear about the challenges facing downtown Kentville, but we don’t always hear about the everyday acts of grace happening on our streets. Recently, a local business owner shared a refreshing and deeply empathetic perspective on how simple human kindness can bridge divides and change the narrative around the Open Arms shelter. The Featured News: Article: Showing empathy: Kentville business owner shares positive approach of interacting with Open Arms clients Source: Annapolis Valley...]]></description><link>https://www.kvhomeless.com/post/leading-with-kindness-a-local-business-owner-s-approach-to-our-unhoused-neighbours</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a07405a4187691eea84432b</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d728bd_dfacc490681e4e1f952287d6fc3712ff~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_630,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KCHCC</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Business, Safety, and Support: Navigating the Challenges of Downtown Services]]></title><description><![CDATA[A healthy community requires both a thriving local economy and a robust safety net for its most vulnerable members. Recently, the conversation in Kentville has shifted toward how these two needs can coexist. A CBC report highlights the very real concerns of our downtown business owners and the complexities of shelter placement. The Featured News Article: Kentville businesses, residents voice safety concerns over homelessness, downtown shelter Source: CBC News Nova Scotia Photo credit: Josh...]]></description><link>https://www.kvhomeless.com/post/business-safety-and-support-navigating-the-challenges-of-downtown-services</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fa21aa6d919e5ce8709a5f</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d728bd_6f5af78c81a944aa95ac4b720c1351b7~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_630,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KCHCC</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Public Housing for Kentville]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are excited to share that the province has significantly increased its commitment to Kentville, moving from a small-scale 11-unit plan to a 30-unit development that will provide safe, stable homes for nearly 100 of our neighbours. The Featured News: Announcement: New Public Housing for Kentville Source: Province of Nova Scotia (Department of Housing and Municipal Affairs) A preliminary architectural rendering of the new development. The Project Breakdown: Total Units: 30 apartments (5...]]></description><link>https://www.kvhomeless.com/post/new-public-housing-for-kentville</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fa2676c585bc8d3290666a</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 18:21:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d728bd_6b49ffba20c24596abcb862b29b6efd5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>KCHCC</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>