I would say the most significant impact was a noticeable increase in crimes of public disorder, particularly in the downtown core and in other areas of the city. They reduced the livability of the community for many people, who experienced an environment of increased public drug use. In particular, individuals, perhaps with their children, no longer wanted to shop at particular stores because there were persons openly smoking drugs on the sidewalk nearby.
On November 5th, 2024. See this statement in context.