The Built for Zero initiative has become a national movement that encourages communities to work together toward ending homelessness through measurable and timebound goals.
A city staff report alleges people experiencing homelessness have been transferred to Victoria parks after being released from hospital care or custody in neighbouring municipalities.
“Right now, we're seeing the numbers are just so challenging, so getting those funds in place through Coldest Night is really crucial,” Rachel Hesketh, Our Place Society.