I want to point out that the Cold Lake program is one that we supported in our project management program for new builds. We also support pet-ready sheltering to encourage shelters to build spaces exactly like that kennel to welcome domestic animals, which are essential in the healing process.
As for some of the very interesting programs I've seen across the country, in Saskatchewan, I've seen a second-stage shelter called Sophia's Place. It has a relationship with an at-market build to provide apartments for women at zero or minimal cost. Rather than build it themselves, they have worked with a developer to insert themselves into an existing build. I think that's a very interesting model.
Also, many of the new YWCAs across Canada, whether in Vancouver, Regina or here in Montreal, include many new kinds of spaces. They include child care support, so they can run a for-profit model, or at least a not-for-profit model, that increases their funding and offers them a hub environment. Community spaces are very important.
