WeVote Burnaby draws on the principles outlined by WeVote Canada, which emphasize the need to return to reason, facts, and respectful dialogue in public policy discussions.
In the case of the proposed BC Housing supportive and complex-care project at 5389 Imperial Street, WeVote Burnaby has raised concerns about the model and process, not about helping vulnerable populations. Residents and community advocates argue that the concentration of supportive and complex-care housing at this location, combined with limited public consultation, warrants closer scrutiny. They call for clearer data on safety outcomes, service capacity, long-term management, and neighbourhood impacts before moving forward.
WeVote Burnaby maintains that opposing a specific housing model or location does not equate to opposition to compassion or social responsibility. Instead, the group advocates for solutions that are effective, sustainable, and accountable, while respecting both the needs of vulnerable individuals and the well-being of surrounding communities. By encouraging reasoned discussion over polarization, WeVote Burnaby seeks policies that balance care, safety, and trust — ensuring housing solutions work in practice, not just in principle.
