Supporting Safer Municipalities & Protecting Communities

July 23, 2025

Statement in Response to Concerns Over Encampments in the Community of Chatham

“Our government’s position is clear: residential areas are not places for encampments. I am proud to support Bill 6 – the Safer Municipalities Act, which gave law enforcement the tools they requested to remove encampments from public areas and ensure the safety of residents.

The decision to clear the Thames Street encampment was made by the municipality and the municipality alone. Our government continues to protect Ontario by empowering law enforcement to put an end to encampments.

Furthermore, our government has provided over $3 million in direct funding to support vulnerable individuals in Chatham-Kent, along with an additional $2 million for supportive housing. We believe no one should be left behind.”

MPP Trevor Jones, Chatham-Kent-Leamington