Three homeless residents created The Homeless Idea to give themselves a voice
20 of 22 beds available due to COVID restrictions
Over 20 protesters gathered outside City Hall Friday afternoon
Former election candidate leads sit-in outside to protest homelessness
Route runs from Beacon Hill Park to Central Park, City Hall and the Legislature
John Horn says homeless need shelter with winter coming
North Park Neighbourhood Association wants to see a distributed approach to sheltering in city parks
Council carries motions on temporary sheltering after hours-long committee meeting
Victoria Mayor Lisa Helps’ request to find creative way to make it work finds little support
Doing this in a seamless manner is the best answer
Victoria council recommends prioritizing housing for people in the area for at least a year
Victoria, other cities advised to enforce their own bylaws
Public risk outweighs any short-term benefits, real problem overlooked
Motion asks staff to work with BC Housing, Island Health on possibilities
BC Housing buys popular Campbell River eatery for $985,000 to serve as bridge housing
Residents ask City do something to house those camping in Beacon Hill Park
Third of four unveiled at Maple Pool Campground
