Advocate for a 100-plus bed secure medical facility for involuntary care

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Vancouver

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Aug 13, 2026

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2022–2026 In-Term Commitments

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Statement

ABC Vancouver commits to advocating for the Province to convert part of the old St. Paul's Hospital site into a secure regional medical facility with 100-plus involuntary care beds for severe addiction and mental health.

Overview

Mayor Ken Sim and Council launched a prominent advocacy push demanding secure involuntary care facilities, successfully securing provincial commitments to open regional secure healthcare facilities for severe addiction and psychiatric care.

Sources

Business in Vancouver (opens in a new tab) Source Published Aug 13, 2026

Mayor Ken Sim and ABC councillors call on provincial government to create secure regional medical facility with 100-plus beds.

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