B.c. Homeless

• Will RCMP constable’s death spark changes in approach to B.C.’s homeless population?

  Shaeyln Yang was killed Tuesday while responding to a call at a homeless man's tent in a Burnaby park. Her accused killer, Jongwon Ham, remains in hospital with gunshot wounds.

  Canada

  Oct 20, 2022
  
• B.C. outlines funds for youth aging out of care as part of homelessness strategy

  The British Columbia government is expanding supports for former youth in care as part of a cross-government approach to target the root causes of homelessness.

  Politics

  Mar 17, 2022
  
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• ‘More than enough’ spaces to house Strathcona Park homeless by deadline: Eby

  The encampment alternative spaces are a mixture of 'high-quality, self-contained units' in hotels owned by the province and 'dignified' shelters, B.C.'s attorney general said.

  News

  Apr 29, 2021
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• City of Victoria ordering homeless campers from Centennial Square

  "Centennial Square has become entrenched with a criminal element that demands greater action to protect the public, businesses and those seeking shelter," said the city in a statement.

  Canada

  Aug 30, 2020