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How much shelter space does Edmonton actually need?

How much shelter space does Edmonton actually need?

Update: 2026-01-07
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It’s cold and when temperatures drop in the city many scramble to make sure people can stay warm. Edmonton has been making moves to beef up daytime winter warming spaces to serve a growing homeless population — meanwhile the province says shelters have more than enough room. So what’s actually needed? And who’s responsible for making that happen? CBC reporter Emily Williams joins us to take a bigger look at the recurring challenge.

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How much shelter space does Edmonton actually need?

How much shelter space does Edmonton actually need?