This is indeed disheartening to witness the prioritization of these luxury apartment and condo developments over the pressing need for additional care facilities for the homeless and people at risk in our communities. The construction of upscale residential properties in small cities like Parksville often exacerbates issues of affordability, displacing vulnerable populations and widening socio-economic disparities.
The allocation of resources towards building more luxurious living spaces instead of investing in essential services such as homeless shelters reflects a misplaced set of priorities. The lack of adequate support systems for individuals experiencing homelessness underscores a failure in addressing fundamental social needs within our communities.
It is crucial for policymakers, developers, and community members to reevaluate their focus on development projects and redirect attention towards fostering a more inclusive and compassionate society. By advocating for increased funding and resources for homeless care facilities like ORCA place, we can work towards creating a more equitable and supportive environment for those in need. Sadly at this moment we could desperately use three more facilities like ORCA place or something similar…
Robin Campbell
Manna Homeless Society
Box 389 Errington BC VOR-1VO