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B.C. seniors facing housing crunch, risk homelessness

Langley’s Paul Zwingé is one of many seniors facing an enforced move soon
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Paul Zwingé is one of many Langley seniors facing a move – and potentially higher rents – soon because of redevelopment. (Matthew Claxton/Langley Advance Times)

At 90 going on 91, Paul Zwingé is still living independently, painting, and driving himself to shopping and errands around downtown Langley.

He’s also facing some tough choices, as his home of the last five years is about to fall to the wrecking ball, and he’s not sure where he’ll find a new place to live.

“I’m looking at either the end of February, or the end of March,” Zwingé said.

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Matthew Claxton

About the Author: Matthew Claxton

Raised in Langley, as a journalist today I focus on local politics, crime and homelessness.
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