Langley

Langley sits in BC's Fraser Valley, a mix of suburban sprawl and farmland that's grown fast over the past decade, with a community feel that can still turn cold if you're sleeping rough here. Average household income in Langley runs around $110,000 to $120,000 a year, which tells you how sharp the gap is if you're on the street or couch surfing. The 2023 Metro Vancouver homeless count found 76 people experiencing homelessness in Langley specifically, though outreach workers will tell you the real number moving through the area is higher and shifts with the seasons. The Gateway of Hope, run by Cyrus Centre, and Langley Community Services Society are solid starting points for shelter beds, meals, and someone to talk to who won't judge you. The Salvation Army also has a presence here with food and support programs worth knowing about. Winters are wet and cold in this part of the valley, so layering and staying dry matters as much as anything else. You're not invisible here, and there are people in this city whose whole job is making sure you make it through the week — let them help if you can.