Deputy PM Chrystia Freeland joins provincial and city officials to announce more than 100-million dollars to fund one of Vancouver's largest-ever social housing projects

Federal, provincial and city officials have announced a combined total of more than 100-million dollars to fund one of Vancouver's largest-ever social housing projects.

Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland joined Attorney General David Eby and Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart in announcing funding for the 10-storey, 231-unit development slated for the city's Downtown Eastside.

Ottawa will provide 45.8-million dollars and the province is kicking in 33.6-million plus the development's annual operating subsidy, while the city is taking care of the land through a 99-year lease and the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation will contribute 30-million dollars through a community fundraising campaign.

The project includes a nearly 50,000 square foot health centre offering mental health and addiction services, with construction expected to begin this year for completion in 2024.