Madam Speaker, Surrey has one of the fastest-growing populations in the Lower Mainland, and with that, the number of seniors is set to rise over the next 25 years. I am honoured to share with members information about the groundbreaking of the new Guru Nanak diversity village seniors facility opened by the PICS Society of British Columbia.
Behind this much-needed community project is the progressive vision of the late Charanpal Gill; the CEO of PICS, Satbir Chima; and the countless staff, board members, donors and volunteers of the organization. This village will have 125 beds housed within a three-storey building. This long-term care facility will offer South Asian seniors high-quality and culturally sensitive care and companionship.
This is a visionary project and I cannot wait to welcome seniors to their new home.