Jasper Place Centre Expands Homeless Support with Bridge Healing Project

Friday, May 23, 2025, 4:36 pm

Edmonton officials are championing a renewed initiative as the Jasper Place Wellness Centre breaks ground on its new Bridge Healing facilities. Designed to support recently discharged hospital patients facing homelessness, the project follows a symbolic $1 land sale, marking an innovative step forward in the city’s efforts to extend vital care services.

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Edmonton city council approved the sale of land at to Jasper Place Wellness Centre for $1 last year.

edmontonjournal.com / Jasper Place Wellness Centre breaks ground on new "Bridge Healing" facilities

Jasper Place Wellness Centre broke ground Friday on two new outpatient support facilities in the Parkdale area for recently discharged homeless hospital patients. The new facilities are part of the “Bridge Healing” program that offers housing and support services to homeless patients discharged…

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