The presence of encampments across the city has elicited diverse reactions from residents, businesses, and community stakeholders in surrounding areas. Concerns and calls for increased support for encampment residents to heightened anxiety about community safety, including fears of property theft, drug trafficking, and the risk of localized fires in parks. This mix of perspectives has highlighted the need for effective communication and transparency to address misconceptions, mitigate fear, and build community understanding of the City’s approach to managing these complex issues.
In collaboration with local Councillors, CSWO launched proactive weekly email updates to residents, businesses, and other concerned stakeholders. These updates provide timely information on the City’s actions, progress, and ongoing strategies to support encampment residents while ensuring community safety. Through the Peel Encampment Working Group, partners are working on additional initiatives to streamline information updates across Peel.
