Tents are not houses. These people are violent drug addicts and need to be placed under conservatorship by the city and province and placed in mental hospitals and rehab for their own safety and to get them off drugs. Enough bleeding hearts for them. The real victims are the disadvantaged tenants of the buildings that line Hastings. Disadvantaged seniors, working poor people, and disabled individuals living only on government assistance and minimum wage that can not afford to move or live anywhere else except the low rental units in the DTES. The city under current city council and mayor continue doing nothing to address the need for below market housing and housing for minimum wage earners and people on govt assistance. Instead the city approves high end condo development after high end condo development full of condos that sit empty and no one can afford.

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

What are their election promises? Any ideas

@Liberal_From_Prairies689

Жыл бұрын

@@ExploreVancouverCanada I like vision because when the majority of council were vision and Gregor Robertson was mayor, they built a lot of affordable housing and modular housing to free up space in shelters and get homeless people into the modular housing not just leaving the struggling people sleeping on shelters or SROs. All the current councilors and candidates running just seem to want to keep allowing the situation in the DTES to continue and keep people on hard drugs. Vancouver needs councilmen and women who are serious about the housing crisis and will get low income housing built not just high end condos.

@finn3237

Жыл бұрын

@@Liberal_From_Prairies689 Robertson _promised_ 500 units of *affordable* housing, and only produced *40 units!* That's not quite a _win,_ now, is it?! This city's politicians *SOLD THIS CITY OUT DECADES AGO!* You let the greed of the real estate market sell your city to foreign markets (as EASY *MONEY LAUNDERING* schemes for *DRUG DEALERS* from Asia - the same drugs that are KILLING the people living on these streets - perverse - but *TRUE.* Deal with it). ... And - *A D D C T I O N* _"keeps people on drugs," ace. It's just that simple. And you can NOT FORCE ADDICTION away - that is far more complex. Honestly, if I was *forced* to live under such circumstances as these poor unfortunates, living their precious lives on a filthy slab of concrete, (with _nice people,_ like _yourself,_ stepping over them, without even seeing them, maybe I'd need to be *numb* for it too!

@derekhiebert1654

Жыл бұрын

Seriously STFU. These people don't want to work and couldn't afford an 18000 square foot home for 50 bucks a month. Give them all the drugs they want for for free and up the potency by 50x. This problem would dissolve in a week.

@Liberal_From_Prairies689

Жыл бұрын

@@derekhiebert1654 what the hell are you talking about? Working minimum wage in BC earns a person $2400/month. There's studio apartments for around $1600-$1700/month in metro Vancouver, if they can't afford Vancouver, there's other cities in BC where they can rent for $1200-$1300/month. And a fact, most of them are spending thousands of dollars a month supporting their drug habits, they don't want housing because landlords don't allow this filth and junk to be hoarded and they can't use hard drugs in the buildings, so they choose this instead. AND a lot of them are just drug dealers and addicts who set up the tents to have drug parties and distribute drugs. People with your attitude are why things are getting worse, this issue won't fix itself. Did Sarah send you to comment?

Wow thank you for sharing this side/view of Vancouver. it is eye-opening, not everywhere is glorious and easy for people. We need to see this so we can be aware of what is going on with all of humanity and not just the rich and famous. Yes please share more of these video with us on youtube. 💯💯

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

Tourist distraction area, but some still want to experience by naked eyes. Make sure don't bother them, they don't bother you....safe and sounds.

Thank you for the interesting upload. It's desperately sad to see so many disabled people in wheelchairs, some with limbs missing. I cannot imagine how difficult everything must be for them to just get through the day. Heartbreaking how some people suffer so much.

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

For sure lots of them are struggling in some forms and there are always many volunteers around plus shelters/housing along these blocks

Sad indeed for those that have NO choice! I grew up there, and I remember it bustling with people, the walk past kubla khan, smiling buddha on way past BC Collateral to Lux and Majestic theatres... yes I am that old... back then, just a few drunks, but a vibrant neiighbourhood it was. Can only hope it gets better for those in nedd. ALL THE BEST and thanks again for sharing!

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Marty for sharing your memories. Do you think the new mayor and ABC team will improve dtes?

@martykong3592

Жыл бұрын

@@ExploreVancouverCanada THank you again for sharing! I sure hope new Mayor will help, and definitely change is needed. ALL THE BEST and Cheers! :)

@jamaicasky

Жыл бұрын

Yep past the Sunrise and saveon meats Woodwards army navy white lunch the only seafood The Blue Eagle Cafe. There used to be a radio station over in pigeon Park upstairs I'm not sure if it's still there

Heartbreaking. I immigrated from the Netherlands 5 years ago. My wife and l were shocked to see so many homeless people. We live in Victoria where it seems to be as bad as in Vancouver. Thanks for sharing, what do you think would be possible solutions to improve this situation?

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

Good climate is the reason

@Brad-99

Жыл бұрын

The province had 500 low income homes but sold the property . Homes were torn down and the property is still empty . Owned buy a big developer that got a loan from the government at 0% until they develop it . This was 20yrs ago in Vancouver . Still empty today

@michaelhansen5974

Жыл бұрын

If We can rid the system of CORRUPTION, We can improve this situation ..! A simple but effective solution ... there's NOTHING more sofisticated than a BIG bag full of $PAYOLA$ so the situation remains the same ...!

I'm 68 and I'm in the DTES almost every day interacting with my Sisters and Brothers many suffering from the flagrant CORRUPTION in politicians, judges and police ... I offer guided tours but NO picture taking unless you wanna get fucked up real quick , it's ALL about RESPECT ...! Mike

I went to Vancouver with my daughter two years ago. Gastown has a large number of homeless people on a section of one block. I saw people doing drugs, needles on the ground, people were defecating on the sidewalk in front of everyone during the day. It was very sad to see.

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

True. But nothing we could do as the passerby

Это не жизнь, а выживание. Господи, помоги этим людям.

Increíble que un País como este allá tanta pobreza

Very good thankyou for sharing! Heartbreaking! What can be done??

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

so sad. hoping politicians/leaders step in

the sign about reusable plastic cups as a backdrop to all the dying people is poetic

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

Nowadays, City of Vancouver charges extra 25 cents for a plastic cup of coffee

"Cuanto más se presiona, más presiona el sistema, es una retroalimentación negativa" ( Las leyes de la Quinta Disciplina)

The more you try to help the druggies and homeless, the more they invade the city. They are mentally sick and need to be quarantined.

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

They struggle and need help but NOT quarantined

And then folks from Vancouver act like they are living in the best city on earth.

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

some folks around the world act like you said.

What’s with all the “stuff” ? You don’t see this anywhere else in Canada . I dated this girl , she liked her H , but when she was high all she wanted to do was go “ dumpster diving” didn’t know what that was till I met her lol . She would be gone for hours .. aw but when she came back ,, she would have so much shit , and random shit that just made no sense.. but when she was going through it all she looked so happy , but man there was “stuff” everywhere lol I never actually live on Hastings but in 2016 I lived in victory square for like 3 or 4 months that summer. It was both the worst and best time of my life . I still have the tent I used packed up in storage . I’m a survivor of vanstreets, ended up briefly homeless, but I couldn’t stay in that situation, so I made drastic changes and came back to Alberta , and back on my feet . #ilovevancity

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your your story dude.....very interesting

Buena information Pablo escribio he tenido y SE vivir sin tener un cuartito 😊 por que Dios esta conmigo.

It's beautiful

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

How nice?

Breaks my heart. Our country has been a land of plenty until rich politicians chose to destroy it. I used to walk down this street years ago and always felt safe. Pluse it was scenic with good vibes. There was panhandling but never squatters. Across Canada, squatters are everywhere. Mentally, ill need to be rescued and all removed from the streets into homes.

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

Tent removal begins today April 5 2023 as hundreds of cops, city workers, and dump trucks removing their belongings....lots of things are going on there.

Oh my I still prefer to leave in my hometown Philippines god bless everyone in this world.

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

thanks for watching

My mom said i hate vancover and she also said Whistler was better and i support that

The broken ones go to the Downtown Eastside 🇨🇦🍁🇨🇦

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

thanks for visiting

@josephward7579

Жыл бұрын

Careful what you say mister green5297 next thing you know life just hates you...

This is crazy to see, but where else are homeless ppl supposed to go? We are so destroyed no matter the country.

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

Most people think they are struggling in different forms but let their times to be expired.

Help the families from where these lost souls came from. The families need help. The homeless already have an army of do gooders helping.

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

thanks for watching

Watch in 1080p HD.

Turn left on Hastings and main! Great chicken joint!

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

haha

how do they survive in winter??

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

shelters

can it be a voice recording instead of written..it's hard because I focus more on reading than watching the video😔

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

thanks for visiting

This is the other face of capitalism

Kenapa begitu banyak homeles disini APA yang terjadi

So the problem cannot be resolve then I think there is a way but what is the plan of city government we are not in position to intervene drug problem is hard to treat and absolutely no antidote once you got addicted and it is a chronic illness with no cure yet for the toxic substance

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

very complex issue

beautiful ❤ stay connected

@Liberal_From_Prairies689

Жыл бұрын

Are you a psychopath? How is this beautiful?

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

not at all

Does homeless Canadians has their respective shelters to stay and the government take over of everything? I pitty these people thousands are on the streets when it gets.more all around how could the leader would make it a stop.😔

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

less supplies in housing but more in demanding

Canada is goin down

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

depressing state

@josephward7579

Жыл бұрын

I live in the downtown eastside...clean as can be...I simply don't care for needles or anything else...I just enjoy my red smirnoff weed and game out at home...

we could clean this up if we followed the portugal strategy , you would think you would hear more about it given the immense success its had turning junkies into contributors to society once again ,

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

a complex situation for all politicians.....every single time they tried to do something, there were tension escalations between the two sides

whilei heard tat the PM had a luxury holiday being sponsored for....

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

All leaders always have

wow never thought canada has many homeless

@ronlhubbard1353

Жыл бұрын

There not homeless ! These are sovereign citizens living off grid in total freedom. I admire them for Fulfilling their dreams instead of working a soul crushing 9-5 job, where the Boss makes your life total hell for not meeting your quota. Trapped like a caged animal pacing back and forth in an office cubicle. These people are heroes !

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

I disagreed. They are struggling in their own ways to FILL their fantasy. I got nothing to against them....I could probably said I am a citizen who worked full time and paid taxes for many years and still more years ahead to do my part.

What happened to them during Winter Season? 🤔

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

winter shelters

Everyday hardworking tax paying people struggle daily and we all see what's happening to people who live on the streets. So ask yourself " what have I done today or ever done to help other humans begins living in poverty? This is society's problem and we the people have the power to make a difference and create positive impacts in support of governments and non-profit organizations. I ask you this one question. Are you interested or committed? Interested meaning enough to just watch the News or committed to take action in your community and help make positive changes. Today I enjoy a roof over my head and food in my belly, however tomorrow everything could change and now I am homless ! How long can one person live in servial mode for before Addiction takes over and other humans just walk by you without saying a word. If that's your mindset to voice your concerns yet do nothing then how is change supposed to happen? If 50percent of homeless choose Addiction then the other 50 percent choose homelessness highly unlikely. Please 🙏 help make a difference today and Educate yourself about poverty we need realistic and measurable solutions.

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

Your Life, you make your own decision...eat, drink, or taking needle shots. Who could change these?

Polska biedna ,ale takich widoków niema

Yeah, the stuff they sell very strong

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

did you buy any items here?

homelessness is caused by laziness and lack of work ethic

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

there are a lots more than these factors

@finn3237

Жыл бұрын

... Says the person with extremely questionable literary tastes, who, evidently, is too _"lazy"_ to properly punctuate one simple, rudimentary sentence. _Impressive._ Must be your _"lack of work ethic"_ ;)

@triciaklay7213

Жыл бұрын

Not in every case. Where is the help for the mentally ill left to live on the streets. The list goes on. These people all need specific help.

A falta de Deus nas famílias e de investimentos na educação moral e cívica nas escolas,são as principais causas dessa crise social🙏 De São Paulo Brasil 🇧🇷

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

thank for watching

@celsorostom2717

Жыл бұрын

@@ExploreVancouverCanada Thank you sir.

Fentanyl is a killer drug.

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

How to stop it?

The notes are Asian English style, but no Asians in the video.

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

There's no Colours or Races in the video

kami noon ;;;;kayu naman ngayun ;;;;

one day or in future canada will gone its like zombie town its so dangerous

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

if we keep ignoring

Gobierno Canadá ayudar jóvenes saquélos droga deles casa comida trabajo 🆘🆘🆘🆘🆘🥗🥗🥗🏠🏠🏠😭😭😭😭🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️

Depopulating all around the world,starting with HOMELESS. MOTHER NATURE WILL MAKE US ALL HOMELESS, THEN MAYBE GOVERNMENT WILL GET IT.🤷🏾‍♀️

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

no one wants against mother nature.

Interesante

imagine if we took that ukraine money and spent it on rehab and mental illness treatment and a safe place to live . imagine !

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

A huge pie is on the table but local politicians couldn't get a bite

هل دولة الرءيس الامريكي السيد جو بايدن المحترم لابزال ماءم ار جو ان لايوقظه احد رجاء ابلغوه تحياتي عندما يستيقظ 😊انا الوزير زوريل وزير العلوم من كوكب فيكا دولة كرندايظر انطلق 😂

Why ? God always punish peopel not to save ?

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

I have nothing against any religious

What they doing in winter ? Where they sleep when snow?

@ExploreVancouverCanada

Жыл бұрын

City's and charities offer shelters when temperature drops around freezing point.

Спаси и сохрани ВСЕВЫШНИЙ от такого 🙏🙏🙏 Какое счастье, что я живу в РОССИИ 🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺

@user-sn5mu5dy1g

Жыл бұрын

В чем счастье? Убивать и терроризировать народы? В твоей стране не живут, а выживают! А с наркотиками дела обстоят еще хуже, просто тебе об этом по телевизору не показывают!

@user-li8wj3lt2l

Жыл бұрын

В России у вас на каждой улице плакат ГИДРЫ

지구서애서 량카가마참내종멀울고허눈구나 멍타의종멀아규나