Many municipalities have decided to accept the costs and have already integrated them into their budgets. Others, such as Sooke, are still deliberating.

The Built for Zero initiative has become a national movement that encourages communities to work together toward ending homelessness through measurable and timebound goals.

A city staff report alleges people experiencing homelessness have been transferred to Victoria parks after being released from hospital care or custody in neighbouring municipalities.

“It is astounding to see this huge change from record highs to record lows in just a few short years," — CISUR director Dr.Tim Naimi.

Don’t forget to wear green

Foreign restaurant workers are unsure about their futures—and employers say it's bad for business.

BC Ferries is looking to bring connectivity back to its vessels, first for crew and then for passengers.

Esquimalt points to VicPD Community Safety Report Card that tells the story of diverging policing realities.