First United Church Community Ministry Society and Lu’ma Native Housing Society are working together to address the critical housing, health and social justice needs in the Downtown Eastside.

Currently in the planning stage, First United’s new building will be a place where people can connect, find their strength and build a better future.

The proposed project includes:

• Two drop-in spaces, a large dining room, a legal advocacy clinic, a commercial kitchen, multipurpose spaces, public showers, a day sleeping room, a chapel and sacred spaces, outdoor decks, computer lab, and administrative offices, developed following consultation with Downtown Eastside residents
• 105 non-market studio and one-bedroom homes, with laundry and amenities