1. Ambrosia - Affordable Housing Be PART OF OUR GROWING COMMUNITY

2. Overview
The Lower Similkameen Community Services Society (LSCSS) provides community services that improve the quality of life for its citizens.
Housing has been a major priority over the years and the Society currently operates multiple types of facilities serving Seniors and People with Disabilities. A “Housing Needs and Demands Assessment” commissioned in 2016, identified a continued housing shortfall in the region.
LSCSS was successful in obtaining initial funding for “Ambrosia”, a proposed 43 suite affordable housing facility in the heart of Keremeos, BC. The 1, 2 and 3 bedroom rental suites will support the needs of mid to low income seniors and families with rental rates structured to meet BC Housing affordable market rents.
LSCSS is seeking financial support for this initiative. Your contributions will help us realize our goals and positively affect individual and our community for years to come.

3. AMBROSIA – Affordable Housing
43-unit residential & commercial space

4. AMBROSIA – Affordable Housing
With an attractive, welcoming façade, the 43 unit building is centrally located in Keremeos at the corner of 7th Street and Veterans Ave. with close proximity to a pharmacy, credit union and grocery store.
Ground level commercial/office space facing 7th St will be available.
Amenities including: patios, parking, indoor bicycle storage, indoor scooter parking stalls, street access for ground units, a central space with kitchen.
Varied suite sizes will meet broader community needs with a focus on seniors and mid to low income families
Blended Rates following BC Housing rate structure:
30% affordable market rents; 50% Rent Geared to Income (RGI); and 20% deep subsidy – Tenants will pay $375 / month
The name AMBROSIA reflects the agricultural traditions of the Similkameen and comes from the ambrosia apple discovered in a local orchard, now sold world wide!

5. About the Lower Similkameen Community Services Society
The LSCSS is a multi-service agency - established in 1976
Housing: Independent and assisted living facilities
Medical outreach, advocacy and transportation services
Community programs and counselling services (youth, families, seniors)
38 Employees provide services to our communities, led by dynamic experienced professionals and governed by a Board of Directors
Experienced developing and managing housing as a key priority:
16 units of affordable housing for seniors and people with disabilities (Tumbleweed Terraces)
26 units of senior supportive housing (Mountain View Manor)
14 apartment assisted living community (Kyalami Place)
Currently under Construction:
8 units of affordable housing for seniors and people with disabilities (Cactus Court)
16 units of affordable housing for seniors and people with disabilities (Quail Crossing)
OUR MISSION
“LSCSS is committed to provide, facilitate and promote excellent programs that enhance quality of life by improving the social conditions, housing, health and education of our citizens.”

6. Housing – Deep Experience and Solid Partnerships
LSCSS has a diverse, dynamic and experienced housing team with extensive experience in construction project management, tenant selection and assuring full occupancy, including:
Solid relationships with our partners for the Ambrosia Housing Project
BC Housing
NDSA Architects
Terra Housing
Village of Keremeos
Community at Large
Tumbleweed Terrace – established in 2011
Administrative Staff
Program Coordinators
Housing Coordinators
Existing staff has 10 years experience in managing affordable housing and enjoy a high- trust relationship with our funders (BC Housing) and partners.

7. Ambrosia – Where are we now?
Environmental, Geotechnical and Archaeological Assessments -Completed
Site approved for building
Land Purchase - Completed
Donations by local families covered 50% of the cost
Public Consultation/communication - In progress
Final open house scheduled for July 9, 2019
14 months project – Beginning in the Spring 2020, scheduled to be completed by Summer 2021
Construction Schedule

8. How Can You Help?
The LSCSS is raising funds for the $12M Ambrosia initiative
Your financial contribution will help us realize our goals and positively affect individuals and our community for years to come
Donations will be used to offset capital costs
HELPS US REACH OUR FUNDRAISING GOAL OF $300,000!
MAKE A FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION NOW AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE

9. To discuss the project details, or our financial request or to make a donation please contact the Executive Director, the Board Chair or Vice-Chair:
Sarah Martin
Executive Director
Lower Similkameen Community Services Society
p: , ext. 104 e:
Brian Mennell
Board Chair p: e:
Bob Proctor
Board Vice-Chair p: e:
To learn more about LSCSS visit our website at
The Housing Needs and Demands Assessment report is available for download here: