Cariboo Friendship Society - Eagles Nest Apartments
228 South Third Avenue Williams Lake, British Columbia
Eagles Nest is a four-storey 33 unit affordable housing complex for low-income aboriginal people in Williams Lake BC. Primarily wood-frame construction, the building sports a high-performance building envelope and efficient mechanical system. In addition to the residential units 4 offices are provided for staff. There are several amenity spaces including a lounge, kitchen, coin-operated laundry, and Smudge Room. The Smudge Room is a quiet place where residents can reflect, meet with a counselor, or participate in a cleansing sage ceremony. The Smudge Room is completely separated from other parts of the building and has its own ventilation system. The fourth floor is entirely segregated for women in transition. (summary imported from CAGBC database. remove this message if edited)