In recent days, the growing encampment under the Oak Street Bridge has drawn headlines and political attention. The B.C. Conservatives have called for its removal, citing safety concerns and community frustration. Yet what is striking in their position is not only the urgency of their demand, but the absence of any real solution. Removing tents…
The phrase “meet people where they are, but don’t leave them there” has been circulating in conversations about addiction and recovery. It sounds hopeful, compassionate, and forward-looking. But I’ve been wondering: do we really meet people where they are? Too often, our starting point is shaped by assumptions. If we approach someone struggling with addiction…
Vancouver’s Chinatown, once a vibrant symbol of cultural resilience and immigrant perseverance, is now facing serious and painful challenges. What used to be a bustling neighborhood of family-run businesses, traditional food markets, and generational ties is increasingly seen as a place marked by shuttered shops, safety concerns, and visible social disorder. For many in the…