Saanich, BC, criticized for low homeless shelter spaces, plans to add more shelters and warming centers.

Saanich, a municipality in British Columbia, faces criticism for inadequate winter shelter spaces for the homeless. Victoria's councilor lamented that Saanich hosts only about 20% of Greater Victoria's shelter spaces. In response, Saanich plans to explore creating additional shelters and warming centers, aiming to better support its homeless population and share the burden with neighboring areas.

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