VIMHS
VIMHS
Displacement City
Displacement City
Displacement City
Thursday 24th November 2022
Hear firsthand accounts of homelessness in Toronto during Covid-19 from contributors to 'Displacement City'.
53 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Displacement City: Real Stories of Homelessness During Covid-19
There is actually a lot of possibilities for creating communities and cities where people are cared for and where housing is a possibility, is an option for everybody.
Picture Toronto at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. Now imagine the added struggle of having no home. In this compelling episode of People First Radio, Nikki Sutherland, Greg Cook, and A.J. Withers share their raw experiences from the front lines of the homelessness crisis. They’re contributors to 'Displacement City', a book that paints a vivid picture of life during this turbulent time through eighteen different chapters written by street nurses, lawyers, and those who lived it firsthand.
Nikki Sutherland takes us on her journey from shelters to tents in city parks, and finally to an apartment that was slated for demolition. Her story is filled with fear, uncertainty, and an unyielding quest for safety. She also touches on the heartbreak of losing friends to overdoses during the pandemic. Greg Cook, an outreach worker with Sanctuary, explains his motivation behind documenting these stories.
He shares his thoughts on Toronto's response to the intertwined crises of Covid-19 and homelessness, and why it's crucial for people to understand what really happened. A.J. Withers, co-editor of 'Displacement City', discusses the challenges faced in preventing encampment evictions and the city's overall response to homelessness. They emphasize the urgent need for social housing and creating communities where everyone has a place to call home.
This episode offers a stark look at the realities of homelessness during a global pandemic. It’s a mix of personal anecdotes and broader insights that shed light on the pressing need for better social housing solutions. Tune in to hear these powerful stories and gain a deeper understanding of what it means to be homeless in a city during a crisis.