The FBI is donating $21 million to support the new center on Boyle Street

The Federal Government has committed to making a significant contribution to saving the new Boyle Street Community Services centre.

Today it was announced that Ottawa will contribute $21 million of the $45 million needed to fund the support centre.

The Honorable Randy Boissonnault makes the announcement

Edmonton residents experiencing homelessness and poverty will receive multiple levels of service within the new 7,000-square-foot facility.

Boyle Street closed the doors of its previous location, which became obsolete and its lease expired on September 30, 2023.

Community members cheer at the announcement

The community organization has since offered temporary services and programs through five temporary locations, including the Bissel Center East, Co-lab and the Mercer Building.

The new location will open its doors at the end of 2024 and is called The Okimaw Peyesew Kamik, which translates to King Thunderbird Center in the Cree language, is located two blocks from the original center in downtown Edmonton.

The money will come from the Canadian government’s Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program, part of which is intended to support Indigenous groups in urban centers.

Boyle Street is contributing $24 million of the needed fund through its capital campaign.

Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi thanked federal minister Randy Boissonnault for his advocacy and Boyle Street for his continued hard work and efforts.