Homeless Encampments
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Why having certain parks for unhoused people in Halifax ‘misses the point,’ expert saysHalifax council could vote Tuesday on recommendations from a staff report on homelessness, including one to designate parks where unhoused people can stay.CanadaMay 3
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First tiny shelter for Hamilton homeless residents unveiled on James Street NorthHamilton's first tiny shelter for homeless residents has been unveiled, but the group behind the project said they're still searching for a home for the rest of the cabins.CanadaApr 1
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Hamilton politicians give initial approved to enhanced homeless encampment enforcementThe planning committee has voted 4-2 in favour of trespass notices within 72 hours of a first complaint and seven-day-a-week enforcement of Hamilton's no-camping bylaws.PoliticsMar 23
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City committee set to meet to discuss supports for vulnerable CalgariansThe meeting comes less than a week after an encampment outside of the downtown Drop-In Centre was torn down by Calgary bylaw officers.PoliticsDec 7, 2021
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Residents displaced after fire rips through homeless encampment at Hamilton parkA fire at a downtown Hamilton park ripped through a homeless encampment early Wednesday, destroying the tents and belongings of several residents.CanadaNov 24, 2021
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Increase in people experiencing homelessness in Edmonton: ‘No one should die alone in a cold dark ravine’The city has seen a 22 per cent increase of homeless encampments in Edmonton, with number of people experiencing homelessness doubling since the start of the pandemic.CanadaOct 29, 2021
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City of Hamilton prepares for encampment court challenge on FridayCity of Hamilton staff estimate that up to 150 people are currently living rough, cycling through 30 to 40 encampments throughout Hamilton, most of them within city parks.PoliticsOct 14, 2021
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Homeless, supporters charged in Toronto encampment clearings vow to fight chargesPolice have said they were supporting city staff in the clearing operations and carried out ``enforcement'' as a last resort.CanadaSep 16, 2021
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Free legal advice offered to those charged in Halifax encampment protest'Many of the people that were charged that day have never had any interaction with police,' said Ash Avery, the executive director of Cloverdale.CanadaAug 25, 2021
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Hamilton city council holds emergency closed session to repeal encampment bylawDuring an emergency closed session council meeting on Monday, Ward 2's Jason Farr introduced the motion to get rid of the bylaw.NewsAug 10, 2021
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