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homelessness

Apr 17th, 2013
A figure combs the alley of an underlit neighbourhood for bottles, spare change for a burger and retires in the safety of the night, in a warm spot on the sidewalk. This unfortunate scene brings the...
Mar 6th, 2013
Since 2006, faculty and student research has grown from $8.3-m to $11.6-m.
Dec 10th, 2012
The Lookout Society was looking for a fun way to raise funds to support those living without homes. The solution? Collaborate with In The House Festival and hold a fundraiser featuring local artists.
Nov 7th, 2012
"We are the only country among developed western nations without a national housing strategy,” said Margot Young, an Associate Professor of Law at the University of British Columbia, and one of...
May 7th, 2012
Mayor Gregor Robertson highlights Vision Vancouver's accomplishments and recent work in this letter: In a 9-1 vote last week, City Council passed my motion for city staff to develop a bylaw that...
Jan 31st, 2012
Vancouver author Michael Christie talks about his social work experiences and on meeting Mayor Gregor Robertson to accept his book prize.
Dec 24th, 2011
What are the holidays like for one of our city's most marginalized communities? VO brings you into Vancouver's brothels and onto its street corners to find out.
Dec 7th, 2011
Will the former councillor run in 2014? Will she even have a home? We get up close.
Dec 5th, 2011
Homeless shelter asks: No room at the inn for Mary and Joseph?
Nov 17th, 2011
Arguments address the protest's impact on other events, possible damage to art, and the homeless population at camp.