Vancouver mayor’s moratorium on supportive housing could backfire, advocates say | Unpublished
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Author: Frances Bula
Publication Date: February 14, 2025 - 17:58

Vancouver mayor’s moratorium on supportive housing could backfire, advocates say

February 14, 2025
Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim’s abrupt declaration that his city would put a pause on adding more supportive housing units unless other municipalities step up could backfire, say housing providers.Advocates for this type of housing that offers shelter and services to those dealing with poverty, homelessness, mental health disorders and addictions have been struggling to maintain support for the model amid a rising tide of voter fatigue over the crises.


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