Neighbours who say they're living in fear are once again raising concerns about sheltering at Victoria's Stadacona Park.
“There’s fear and intimidation and where many people used to use the park, kids in the playground, seniors, families, reunions, none of that happens anymore because of fear,” adds the neighbor. “Parks are not part of the solution for homelessness, and I want to quote former BC Housing Minister David Eby in March 2021, parks are for recreation, not camping.”, hoping to catch the attention of governments. So far, they’ve gathered over 800 signatures.
“The issue goes beyond policing and courts. It goes to issues of homelessness, mental health and addictions,” says Nathan Cullen, the MLA for Stikine. It’s an issue not just seen in Stadacona Park, but up and down the Island and across the entire province. Homelessness and addiction has plagued communities all over and that is evident to decision makers.
“We’re working with policing and mental health experts who are about to deliver a report to us as a province about solutions, ideas, creative and otherwise, and that is coming incredibly soon,” adds Cullen. Locally at Stadacona Park, residents hope those solutions come sooner, rather than later, so they can take back the park they so much enjoy.
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