Overview

• The city says dismantling will begin once BC Housing places about 20 remaining residents, after which they will have seven days to leave.
• The ruling notes November 2024 data showing more than 200 people in Prince George were absolutely homeless.
• The court cited significant new investments by the province, the B.C. Housing Management Commission and the city, including a supportive housing facility that opened in January next to the camp.
• Justice Bruce Elwood allowed residents to apply for a constitutional exemption in exceptional cases where they cannot access the nearby low-barrier facility.
• Earlier attempts to close the camp were blocked, and a 2022 decision found the city breached a court order and caused serious harm by dismantling much of the site.