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Fact file: No evidence Vancouver busing out homeless ahead of World Cup

VANCOUVER — Rumours have spread on social media that homeless people from Vancouver were being bused out of town in an attempt to "clean up" ahead of the FIFA World Cup that begins next month. But ...
The Columbian

Vancouver police officers boost the work of city’s homeless outreach team

When Sean Metevia started his career in law enforcement 20 years ago, a call for service related to a homeless person was rare. The same can’t be said today. He is one of two full-time police officers ...
KATU

Lawsuit claims BNSF illegally placed boulders to block homeless camps in Vancouver

VANCOUVER, Wash. (KATU) — The City of Vancouver is suing a railway company over placing boulders outside its property. The lawsuit is against Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railway, alleging that ...
Reuters

Homeless advocates, hotel workers rally outside FIFA Congress in Vancouver

Protesters say World Cup prep displaces homeless Union says hotel workers face low pay despite rising hotel prices Advocates urge FIFA to prevent further displacement, propose 'FIFA dividend' ...