Court strikes down Victoria bylaw against homeless camping
Description:
The B.C. Supreme Court has struck down a Victoria bylaw aimed at preventing homeless people from setting up tents and sleeping in city parks.
The court ruled Tuesday the bylaw deprives the homeless of life, liberty and security in violation of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Type of Resource:
Newspaper
Publication Date:
2008
Issue:
October 14, 2008
Location:
Victoria, BC