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Norton Road Property Acquisition Fund
Extended Closing Date- Feb 12, 2026
$525,000 is needed to complete the purchase of 210 Norton Road. Over 80% of the full purchase price has already been raised.
Check out our Dec 9 update on our progress here!
Help us secure this property to build more housing on Salt Spring Island:
- 11.8 acres
- 2500 sq. ft. house
- Orchard & garden
- Developable property for 26 units affordable housing
Norton Road
Who will IWAV be helping?
Help IWAV expand services for Islanders affected by poverty,
violence, & abuse.
There are women and children waiting.
Donate Now
Salt Spring Island Foundation-Norton Road
For more information:
Norton Road Flyer | 604-417-3790
"As someone working in this community, I couldn’t find safe, affordable housing until Croftonbrook. Now I feel secure, and IWAV’s care makes it truly home."
Vision to Reality: IWAV's Housing Expertise
In 2015, IWAV began managing Croftonbrook, a 20-unit affordable housing complex and began expanding it in response to the housing crisis. Through a 2-phase development, IWAV added 54 new rental homes, creating a community of seniors, families, and working Islanders.
To make this possible, IWAV navigated zoning changes, community concerns, redirected a creek, built an independent water treatment plant, landscaped the property, and installed a solar array and community lounges.
Croftonbrook proves IWAV can turn vision into reality.
This same experience and determination will guide the Norton Road project.
"IWAV's project has a real chance to succeed, I will support the inclusion of 210 Norton Rd into community sewer if IWAV completes this property purchase"
IWAV provides services throughout the Southern Gulf Islands to women and children affected by poverty, violence and abuse. IWAV is committed to raising awareness so people can recognize and stop violence and know how to access help.
In 2024, our 24/7 Crisis Line answered 457 calls, over 50 women and children found refuge at our Transition House, 15 families began to rebuild at The Cedars Second-Stage Housing, and 150 women and children received counselling and support to heal. At Croftonbrook, 76 adults, 15 children, and 24 pets now live safely in affordable homes.
For more than 30 years, IWAV has been a trusted lifeline in our community – creating safety, dignity, and hope for those affected by poverty, violence, and abuse. Our vision is a future where Islanders live free from poverty, violence and abuse.
Norton Road Project Milestones
Norton Road Community Support
Support for IWAV’s Norton Road project includes many individuals, families, businesses, foundations, and partners who have donated so far to help make safe, affordable housing on Salt Spring Island possible.
Every contribution—large or small—represents a shared belief that women, children, and families deserve safety, stability, and dignity. This project exists because of collective care, generosity, and a deep commitment to community well-being.
We are profoundly grateful to everyone who is supporting the Norton Road Property Acquisition Project and helping us so far with our goal of raising the purchase price of the Norton Road property.
This support is helping turn a vision into a lasting place of safety and belonging.
We have until February 12, 2026 to raise the remaining 20% of the purchase price – $525,000
Join the Norton Road Community of Supporters today and help us expand our services and build more affordable housing for the Islanders who need it most.
DONATE HERE
Norton Road's Roots
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Ann Gargett
Anna Haltrecht
Anne Zeller
Caroline Matyas
Charles Kahn
Christine Torgrimson
Christine Mauro
Christopher Dunn
Cindy Rabson
Constance Holmes
Coreen Boucher
Craig Higgins
Diane Lugsdin
Doug Hall
Drew & Lynn Thorburn
Emily Keir
Erica Ross
Fiona Wolfe-Milner
Gail Sjuberg
Gary & Jan Dunn
Gayle Baker
Gladys & John Campbell
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Hans & Ellen Hazenboom
Holly Slakov
J.P. & R. M. Dupuy
Jacqueline Rieder
Jan Jang
Jennifer Keir
Jill Doolan
Joan Werner
John & Bridget Metzger
John Moore
Joy Longley
Judy Norget
Julie Young
Karen Hudson
Katherine Turney
Kin Hunter
Lesley Bulman & Lorenz Eppinger
Lynn Clark
Maggie Ziegler
Maureen Sturdy
Michael Wall
Michelle Grant
Michelle Grant
Muriel Hale
Myles & Cathie Parker
Noelle Vogel
Olive Mann
Peter Lamb
Ron David Cooke
Rosemary Mann
Silvia Vilches
Susan Dann
Susan Evans
Susanna Haas Lyons
Suzanne Bryant
Theresa Burley
Therin Gower
Tracy Watkins
Victoria Olchowecki