Montreal city councillors table motion to declare state of emergency on homelessness | CBC News
CBC Montreal11.16.2024
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TL;DR
The city council in Montreal has declared a state of emergency due to the rising number of homeless people and the lack of adequate shelter space. The motion was passed unanimously and aims to address the homelessness crisis by providing more emergency shelter options and long-term solutions. This declaration of a state of emergency highlights the urgency of the situation and the need for immediate action to support those experiencing homelessness in Montreal.