The point-in-time which was conducted in the Comox Valley in March to provide a snapshot of the area’s homeless situation shows 218 people are experiencing some form of homelessness.
Of that total, 181 individuals were identified as unsheltered, while another 31 were staying in temporary accommodations such as shelters, hospitals, or other facilities. The numbers reflect the situation on the night of March 5, when the count took place.
When asked about the reasons for losing housing, the most common response was insufficient income with 41 per cent saying it was the key factor leading to their homelessness.
The report also highlights that 71 per cent of those surveyed have lived in the Comox Valley for at least five years.
By comparison, the 2023 count documented 272 people experiencing homelessness in the region, and this year’s numbers in the Comox Valley represent one of the largest declines over a two-year period in the province.
See more data from the Comox Valley 2025 point-in-time count via the Homelessness Services Association of B.C. here.
– Article includes files from Homelessness Services Association of B.C via Province of British Columbia
