Nanaimo bans overnight camping in two parks following resident complaints

Nanaimo City Council banned overnight camping in Nob Hill and Deverill Square parks due to resident complaints about unsanitary conditions. The decision follows concerns over trash, human waste, and drug paraphernalia observed in the parks. Residents cited a lack of facilities as a contributing factor. Councillors acknowledged the city's lack of shelter beds, raising questions about legal obligations to the unhoused population.