Health Professionals Housing

Type
Community and Social Wellbeing
Status
In Progress
Logo featuring a house, hands, and text: "Health Professionals Housing" in teal.

Supporting Healthcare in the North Island

Flexible, comfortable accommodation for healthcare professionals serving Campbell River and the North Island region.

About

Health Professionals Housing is a purpose-built accommodation initiative designed to support healthcare delivery in the Campbell River and North Island region.

Located near the Campbell River Hospital, this project provides flexible housing options for health professionals who are:

  • Supporting the region on a short-term basis (e.g., locum physicians, agency nurses, visiting specialists, and allied health professionals during temporary appointments)
  • Relocating to the community
  • Transitioning into permanent roles
  • Establishing longer-term practice or employment in the North Island (with accommodation available for up to 24 months)
  • Students in healthcare-related programs completing placements or training in the region

Accommodation is designed to support both short-term assignments and longer-term relocation needs.

By reducing housing barriers, this initiative strengthens recruitment, retention, and continuity of care for residents across the region.

Why This Matters

The Campbell River Hospital serves 32 communities across North Vancouver Island and the surrounding coastal areas. Access to stable, reliable accommodation is a key factor in attracting and retaining qualified healthcare professionals.

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Health Professionals Housing helps ensure:

  • Timely access to medical services
  • Improved recruitment outcomes
  • Reduced onboarding barriers for new staff
  • Stronger long-term healthcare capacity in rural and coastal communities

How It Supports the Region

This initiative complements broader regional efforts to improve healthcare access by:

  • Providing immediate housing solutions for urgent recruitment needs
  • Supporting visiting specialists and temporary coverage
  • Offering transitional housing for new recruits and their families
  • Reducing the financial and logistical burden of relocation

The Strathcona Regional District (SRD) is committed to supporting sustainable healthcare services across the region, and this project represents a practical step toward that goal.

Accommodations

Features

The development includes all-inclusive, move-in-ready suites covering high-speed internet, premium cable package, hydro, and all utilities.

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  • 20 private, fully equipped suites offering a range of unit types to suit diverse needs (including options suitable for families)
    • Studio units 
    • One-bedroom (1 bed / 1 bath) units 
    • Two-bedroom (2 bed / 1 bath) units 
    • Two-bedroom (2 bed / 2 bath) units
  • Flexible stay options
    • Short-term stays (weekly)
    • Longer-term stays (up to two years)
  • Pet-friendly units available
  • In-suite laundry
  • Modern furnishings and appliances
  • On-site parking
  • Lift access
  • Secure, independent entrance

The housing operates separately from the Just Like Home Lodge, ensuring privacy and independent access for health professionals. 

Rates (Preliminary)

Monthly rates for long-term stays are currently anticipated as follows:

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  • One-bedroom (1 bed / 1 bath): $1,600/month 
  • Two-bedroom (2 bed / 1 bath): $2,100/month 
  • Two-bedroom (2 bed / 2 bath): $2,200/month 

All rates are all-inclusive, covering high-speed internet, premium cable package, hydro, and utilities.

Final rates and short-term (daily/weekly) pricing will be confirmed prior to opening.

Floorplans

Floor plan layout of Health Professionals Housing, showing units in various colors.
Blueprint HPH two-bedroom, two-bath apartment layout.
Floor plan for HPH B02, featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, highlighted in purple.
Floor plan of HPH Studio Suites
Floor plan of HPH one-bedroom, one-bath apartment, 641 sqft

What's Next / Timeline

As we move toward opening (planned for Fall 2026), current priorities include:

  • Finalizing short-term (daily/weekly) rates and confirming operational details
  • Establishing daily/weekly rates for short-term stays
  • Developing a clear booking and referral process
  • Confirming pet-friendly unit allocations
  • Completing furnishing and operational readiness
  • Strengthening coordination with healthcare providers
  • Launching dedicated communications and booking materials

Further details will be shared as they become available.

Project Timeline

2025–2026
•    Design and construction
•    Operational planning
•    Rate and policy development

Fall 2026
•    Anticipated opening

Image Gallery - Construction Progress

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Construction site of a building with framing in progress, surrounded by residential areas.
Construction site of a multi-unit building with wooden frames and surrounding houses.
Construction site with wooden frames, machinery, and nearby buildings.
Construction site with wooden framework and machinery, surrounded by cars and greenery.
Construction site with wooden framework, machinery, and parked cars in the background.
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Construction site with machinery, foundations, and parked vehicles in a busy area.
Construction site with workers, machinery, and foundations being laid in a mixed-use area.

FAQs

News

Donation & Partnership Opportunities

While core operational funding is supported by the SRD, partnerships and collaborations help strengthen long-term sustainability.

We welcome discussions with regional and external partners who are interested in supporting healthcare capacity in the North Island.

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