A company called Tiny Tiny Homes has erected five structures in St. James Park, providing housing for people experiencing homelessness. While the initiative aims to address homelessness, a resident group and the city council oppose the structures, citing safety and legal concerns.
‘Tiny Tiny Homes’ in a Toronto park are housing people experiencing homelessness. A resident group wants them gone.Structures built by 'Tiny Tiny Homes' at St. James Park pictured on Friday, Jan. 31, 2025.
“I kinda like my home. I like having the independence, I’ve always like that. Standing on my own. I had my place for nine years before it went, and I’d like to get back to it,” he told CTV News Toronto Friday.are a concern for many living and working nearby. “This is not acceptable that people are not going to put up with this,” said Dana McKiel with the DCCO.
“I feel they are not safe,” said Moise. “They are not legal, and I have asked staff to look at some options at how we can get these structures out.” Donais suggested the homes could go on a lot, which is currently planned for one of the future shelter sites.
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