More shelter space coming, but some worry it is too late for Edmonton's vulnerable

Six people have died in encampments since the cold weather began, as the city and provincial governments prepare further shelter capacity.

Six people have died in encampments since the cold weather began, as the city and provincial governments prepare further shelter capacity.

On Wednesday, the Edmonton Police Service confirmed officers removed a body around 1:30 p.m. from a tent across the street from the Mustard Seed Church. Investigators say it was non-criminal in nature.

At the same time, city council was hearing about the crisis from advocate Judith Gale.

"These are our brothers and sisters and they're dying at a fast rate," Gale told councillors.

Five others have died in encampments between Oct. 12 and Nov. 30, the city confirmed to CTV News Edmonton.

A day later, outreach workers with Boyle Street Community Services make their daily rounds checking on people experiencing homelessness in the downtown core.

They offer warm clothing, food, water and other supplies to help people cope.