City workers have moved at least 60 people living in tents in two downtown parks to interim housing after local residents complained about feeling unsafe in the neighbourhood. Residents and business owners expressed relief at the clearing of the parks, but said the city was slow to respond to concerns. "All inside spaces have achieved 100 per cent physical distancing of 2 metres between beds." (CBC)The city added that encampments are not permitted in city parks and people are not allowed to erect tents on city property. As of April 29, city staff began to work with people living in encampments.
Source: CBC News July 08, 2020 03:10 UTC