06/11/2026
🏠 CHARLOTTETOWN APPROVES NEW TRANSITIONAL HOUSING FACILITY
A vacant building on Hillsborough Street in Charlottetown will be converted into an 11-bed transitional housing facility after city council voted 7-2 in favour of the project this week.
🏛️ COUNCIL APPROVES THE PROJECT
The province applied to convert the building into transitional housing aimed at helping people experiencing homelessness move into a more stable living environment while easing pressure on local shelters.
The facility will house up to 11 residents and will include assigned case managers and support programming for those participating in the program.
🚨 SAFETY MEASURES INCLUDED
Before approving the project, Charlottetown's planning board requested additional public safety measures be added to the proposal.
According to Deputy Mayor Alanna Jankov, the approved development agreement includes:
✅ 24-hour staffing
✅ An E-Watch security camera system
✅ Ongoing monitoring and community safety measures
Jankov said the concerns raised during the review process were addressed "to the best of our ability."
🏡 SOME RESIDENTS REMAIN CONCERNED
While council ultimately approved the project, not everyone supported the decision.
Coun. Mitchell Tweel was one of two councillors who voted against the application, citing concerns raised by nearby residents regarding public safety and the potential impact on property values.
Several residents also spoke out during the review process expressing concerns about the location and its potential effects on the surrounding neighbourhood.
🤝 THE GOAL
The province says the project is intended to help individuals experiencing homelessness transition into more stable housing while reducing pressure on emergency shelter services.
City officials say community members are encouraged to report concerns through non-emergency police channels if issues arise once the facility opens.
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