NEW GLASGOW, N.S. — Over 35 people are still without housing after two properties in New Glasgow’s downtown failed fire inspections on March 20. They were immediately issued vacate and close orders., said the shelter has only gotten busier since the eviction, especially during the day when The Hub is available for clients to grab a meal, shower, or hang out.
The day before the eviction on March 19, town councillors and the mayor met with the Department of Community Services to discuss options for housing tenants following the eviction. Deyoung said that Viola’s Place had offered the town to allow tenants to camp in their parking for 60 days, with the shelter hiring security to ensure the safety of tenants and neighbourhood residents.
Dicks added that the town is working with local organizations and has a designated staff person working to try to get people adequate housing. “The large majority of those paying and non-paying tenants are Pictou County residents or have resided in Pictou County for decades. The loss of their home would be traumatic enough, let alone being ‘shipped’ out of their community,” she said.
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