Montreal proposes state of emergency to combat homelessness, eyeing private spaces for shelters.

Montreal city councillors are proposing a state of emergency to address a growing homelessness crisis, aiming to requisition private spaces for shelter before winter and allocate more resources to shelters. This follows similar emergency declarations in cities like Toronto and Edmonton. While councillors argue for immediate protection, the city suggests building more modular housing units as a more effective solution.

November 16, 2024
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