Montreal mall plays "Baby Shark" in stairwells to deter homeless people, sparking criticism.
A Montreal shopping mall, Complexe Desjardins, has faced criticism for playing "Baby Shark" in its stairwells to deter unhoused individuals from loitering. While the mall claims this has improved security, homeless advocates argue the tactic is cruel and fails to address the root causes of homelessness, such as a lack of shelter options. The mall has also hired social workers to engage with homeless individuals.
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