Elle Kay
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Reposted by Elle Kay
When city workers confiscate personal belongings like tents and harm reduction supplies from people sheltering on the street, it increases their risk of non-fatal overdose and physical and sexual violence, according to a new study.
@michellegamage.bsky.social reports.
@michellegamage.bsky.social reports.
‘Street Sweeps’ Increase Overdose and Violence Risks, Study Finds | The Tyee
City workers in Vancouver have been confiscating tents and personal belongings from unhoused people since 2008.
thetyee.ca
September 18, 2025 at 3:21 PM
When city workers confiscate personal belongings like tents and harm reduction supplies from people sheltering on the street, it increases their risk of non-fatal overdose and physical and sexual violence, according to a new study.
@michellegamage.bsky.social reports.
@michellegamage.bsky.social reports.
Reposted by Elle Kay
In recent months, B.C. has witnessed more than isolated tragedies.
These are alarms exposing the lie that violence in the home is a private matter. Its costs are public and its consequences are everywhere.
Angela Marie MacDougall writes. #bcpoli
These are alarms exposing the lie that violence in the home is a private matter. Its costs are public and its consequences are everywhere.
Angela Marie MacDougall writes. #bcpoli
Why BC Cities Can’t Afford to Ignore Domestic Violence | The Tyee
These are not fringe issues. Municipalities must step up.
thetyee.ca
September 18, 2025 at 3:23 PM
In recent months, B.C. has witnessed more than isolated tragedies.
These are alarms exposing the lie that violence in the home is a private matter. Its costs are public and its consequences are everywhere.
Angela Marie MacDougall writes. #bcpoli
These are alarms exposing the lie that violence in the home is a private matter. Its costs are public and its consequences are everywhere.
Angela Marie MacDougall writes. #bcpoli