"The City of Toronto has cleared a homeless encampment at Dufferin Grove Park after a small group of remaining residents said they wouldn't leave until they got permanent housing. City vehicles were seen removing tents and people's belongings from the park Friday morning, with city security and police officers on scene. The encampment area was surrounded by caution tape as city staff erected a fence around it."
"Tensions were high between encampment residents and municipal staff over the past couple of weeks after the city issued trespass notices as it stepped up pressure to clear the park. City vehicles were seen removing tents and people's belongings from the park Friday morning, with city security and police officers on scene. (Robert Krbavac/CBC) Supporters and advocates have been present at the park in an effort to deter the city's eviction efforts."
Dufferin Grove Park's homeless encampment was cleared after a small group of residents refused to leave pending permanent housing. City vehicles removed tents and personal belongings Friday morning as city security and police officers stood on scene. The encampment area was surrounded by caution tape while city staff erected a fence around it. Tensions rose after trespass notices were issued and pressure increased to clear the park. Supporters and advocates remained present to deter eviction efforts. Outreach staff and community service partners offered access to indoor spaces, housing and other supports to those who stayed.
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