Possibility of Class Action Law Suit against The City of Vancouver for violating human rights on adequate housing.

Red tape has resulted in a denial of the right to adequate housing for unsheltered homeless, as defined under International and Canadian law. 

The City of Vancouver's policies and practices have created conditions that are not secure, affordable, habitable, or accessible for unsheltered homeless residents of Vancouver.

Understanding the Right to Adequate Housing:

International Law:
The right to adequate housing is recognized under international human rights law, including the International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights (ICESCR). 

Canadian Law:
Canada has committed to realizing the right to adequate housing, and this is reflected in the National Housing Strategy Act. 

Adequate Housing Criteria:
Adequate housing includes being secure (protection from eviction), affordable, habitable (safe, sanitary, and sufficient space), accessible, and culturally appropriate. 

Vulnerable Groups:
The right to housing is particularly crucial for vulnerable groups like those experiencing homelessness, Indigenous peoples, and people with disabilities.