During the Dec. 4 Vancouver City Council meeting, staff provided a one-month report of the changes made since the homeless emergency declaration was announced.
The emergency declaration was issued in early November, prompting access to additional funds and resources in order to alleviate the growing homelessness crisis in Vancouver.
Among the updates made, Vancouver police patrol officers were briefed by the Homeless Assistance and Resources Team.
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