Yes, it passed. And that’s a victory of sorts. But the finally accepted wording was watered down in key areas and much needed action has been deferred until after a “report” from staff – which leaves those at immediate risk

Here’s a very short video with captions that we shot with Jean last night at our update and dinner.Share it as widely as you can-tell friends to tell friends-to get a real crowd out Tuesday at City Council. Press conference

Here is the full text of Jean’s speech at the rally in support of striking postal workers: I want to start off by acknowledging we are on the stolen territories of the Musqueam, Tsleil-Waututh, and Squamish — and to thank

From the Star Metro: More than 50 people spoke to council this week at two sessions regarding a motion from COPE councillor Jean Swanson, which calls for more protections for tenants facing “renoviction and aggressive buyouts.” Council will debate and vote

COPE’s new Co-Chair, Nancy Trigueros, speaks at a rally on Tuesday, Nov 27th, at 5pm outside city hall on the South side (by 12th Ave). Close to 100 people have signed to speak on the motion (motion B10), and Council will hear from them starting