HOUSING STARTS WITH WATER AND SEWER: DONEGAL WILSON URGES ACTION

“If we’re serious about housing, we need to move from sound bites to solutions — and that begins with infrastructure.”

On May 14, 2025, MLA Donegal Wilson (Boundary-Similkameen) called for practical, solutions-focused investment in infrastructure as the foundation for addressing BC’s housing crisis.

Donegal emphasized that solving housing shortages isn’t just about policy or headlines — it starts with water, sewer, and core infrastructure that make homes and communities possible. She highlighted the urgent situation in the South Okanagan, where over $200 million in infrastructure upgrades are needed just to maintain current service levels. Local governments are now turning away housing development applications because the systems can’t handle more growth. “If we’re serious about housing, we need to move from sound bites to solutions — and that begins with infrastructure.”

📍 Donegal continues to advocate for smart investment in community-building foundations that support growth, livability, and long-term affordability.