BC's 900 Helmcken drug site agenda,
in plain view.

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Minister of Health releases statement on 900 Helmcken

Residents claim work is still being done at 900 Helmcken

After two failed overdose prevention sites and with overdose deaths declining, the Province is forcing a new drug site into 900 Helmcken with no meaningful consultation. This site is being proposed in the middle of a residential, entertainment and tourist district, despite the dangerous and violent impacts previous sites had on surrounding neighbourhoods.

Did you know

$47 million spent

annually solely by the City of Vancouver on homelessness, mental health, and addiction services before policing and provincial or federal dollars.

"We don't know where the money's going."

is what the Province appointed Larry Campbell has heard directly from the organizations recieving funding to support the Downtown Eastside

13% increase in violent crime

When an overdose prevention site opened nearby, violent crime went up 13%. When it closed, the numbers came back down.

Who we are

In Plain Sight is run by the Neighbours of 900 Helmcken, a group of residents and businesses asking the Province to meaningfully consult residents and businesses on drug policy, recovery services, and how these services are located and operated in British Columbia.

Please note, this initiative is intended to encourage respectful civic engagement and community participation. Everyone deserves access to care and treatment. Communities also deserve transparency, consultation, and thoughtful planning around decisions that impact their neighbourhoods.

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Reported by neighbours

The reality on the ground.

Where we stand

900 Helmcken is the latest example of a failed drug policy being forced into a neighbourhood without meaningful consultation.

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What we're asking for

Honesty and transparency about what is happening at 900 Helmcken.

Meaningful consultation where residents, businesses, and community groups are heard and where feedback results in action.

Accountability from the Province of British Columbia, Vancouver Coastal Health, RainCity Housing, and the landlord and building owner Solterra Development Corporation.

Recovery-focused services that provide pathways to detox, treatment, recovery, and long-term support.

Policies that help people rebuild their lives rather than simply leave them where they are.

A change of course on policies that are not working for communities or the people they are intended to help.

Compassion for our most vulnerable and a voice for the residents and businesses affected by the impacts of these ill-conceived sites and government decisions made in a vacuum - without meaningful consultation and without transparency.

Residents deserve a voice before decisions are made.

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Why it matters

900 Helmcken is not an isolated issue. It is the latest example of harmful drug policies being imposed on communities without meaningful consultation. These policies impact residents, businesses, tourism, public safety, and neighbourhoods across Vancouver and British Columbia. Most importantly, they are failing the very people they are supposed to help. People struggling with addiction and mental health challenges deserve the opportunity for recovery, treatment, and a fulfilling life. Residents deserve a voice before decisions are made.

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Ready to take action? This is what you can do right now.

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Sign the petition

Demand community consultation for 900 Helmcken by signing the Change.org petition.

Email elected officials

Let elected officials know what you think about 900 Helmcken. We've compiled their emails for easy access.

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What has your experience been with 900 Helmcken? Please share your story with us.

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