B-C’s auditor general stated the province must ensure that accommodations set aside for those fleeing domestic violence are available for that use.
Michael Pickup says B-C Housing didn’t have a process to check whether hotel and motel operators fulfilled their agreements with the government.
A random check by his office found some allotted rooms were rented out to others.
Pickup added, otherwise, B-C Housing has done a good job providing extra spaces for family violence victims during the pandemic.
– with files from Vista Radio staff