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Stella’s Circle Opens 15 Transitional Housing Units in St. John’s

By Drooid · Sep 15, 2026, 2:26 AM UTC · How we work

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Stella’s Circle is opening 15 new transitional housing units in St. John’s.
The units will house women and gender-diverse people with criminal-justice backgrounds.
Rowan House will offer on-site wrap-around services and 24/7 staffing for safety.
The project received $5 million federal and $1.8 million provincial funding.
Councillor Jill Bruce said the opening provides stable housing and fosters independence.

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Stella’s Circle is opening 15 new transitional housing units in St. John’s.
The units will house women and gender-diverse people with criminal-justice backgrounds.
Rowan House will offer on-site wrap-around services and 24/7 staffing for safety.
The project received $5 million federal and $1.8 million provincial funding.
Councillor Jill Bruce said the opening provides stable housing and fosters independence.