VICTORIA — Dozens of new shelter beds are opening for people living on the streets in Victoria, including at an encampment where police escorts have been required for emergency responders.
A statement from the Housing Ministry says that up to 72 new beds will be made available for people living on Pandora Avenue and elsewhere.
Victoria Police last month announced that firefighters and paramedics would only attend the 900 block of Pandora Avenue with a police escort. Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon says it's"critical" that people experiencing homelessness have indoor shelter in order to get out of encampments.
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