'I’d give them a one-way ticket out of here!' Sarnia councillor reacts in wake of police investigation at homeless encampment
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The City of Sarnia will not clear out a homeless encampment in a city park anytime soon. The decision comes after a heated debate and multiple legal opinions — it also came just an hour before a serious stabbing occurred.
The City of Sarnia will not clear out a homeless encampment in a city park anytime soon.
The decision comes after a heated debate and multiple legal opinions — it also came just an hour before a serious stabbing occurred.
On Tuesday, tents lined a ridge at Rainbow Park, just south of the downtown.
The encampment is home to dozens of people experiencing homelessness. Many, including Justin, told CTV News London they are tired of shelters.
“I just want to be in a home safe. Be able to wake up comfortably and have my own privacy,” Justin said.
But the encampment is a concern for nearby neighbours and a source of political division.
Sarnia Coun. Bill Dennis did not mince words and wants the encampment gone immediately.
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