Montreal’s mayoral race is heating up as candidates Soraya Martinez Ferrada of Ensemble Montréal and Luc Rabouin of Projet Montréal lay out their plans to address homelessness in the city. Martinez Ferrada recently visited Chinatown to unveil her party’s proposed solutions, emphasizing the need for quick actions to tackle social issues like those faced by residents near a troubled area known as “crack alley” at Jeanne-Mance and De La Gauchetière.
Speaking at a press conference, Martinez Ferrada stressed the urgency of the situation, stating, “We don’t want to study, I think we know what we need to do, we just need to do it.” Ensemble Montréal aims to implement measures that address both short-term and long-term homelessness challenges, with a focus on efficient decision-making and resource optimization.
Martinez Ferrada expressed her commitment to establishing decision-making structures promptly after the election, emphasizing the importance of being prepared for upcoming seasonal challenges. Meanwhile, Rabouin of Projet Montréal proposed an ambitious plan to create 1,000 new social and transitional housing units to address the homelessness crisis, emphasizing the party’s dedication to swift and effective action.
Both candidates are advocating for proactive approaches to provide housing solutions for vulnerable populations, signaling a key focus on addressing homelessness in Montreal.
