Initiated by: Mary Smith from Vancouver, British Columbia
Whereas:
Thousands of people in Vancouver are living without permanent housing, including people living on the streets and in shelters
Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, known for its high concentration of people experiencing homelessness, is an entire community suffering trauma, poverty, mental health challenges, addiction, discrimination, stigma, and the consequences of inadequate housing
The recent landmark Superior Court Ruling, in May 2026, signals governments to take meaningful and proactive steps to ensure people have access to safe and adequate housing and the supports they need, without discrimination, and that courts can intervene when governments fail to meet these obligations
Political will is necessary to create real change by providing the desperately needed funding to accelerate further the development and implementation of the Housing First Program.
History:
Open for signature: September 29, 2026
Closed for signature: January 27, 2027
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