A coalition is threatening legal action against the City of Toronto for its “failure to support the homeless population” amidst the coronavirus pandemic.

The coalition, consisting of housing and human rights advocates, are asking the city to take “immediate” steps to update its Shelter and Respite Standards and provide housing for those experiencing homelessness in Toronto.

In a press release issued Tuesday, the coalition said it has “made the difficult decision to initiate legal proceedings” if the City doesn’t act, adding a “mass outbreak” of COVID-19 in Toronto is “inevitable” if not action is taken.

As of Monday, there were over 110 confirmed cases of coronavirus among people experiencing homelessness in 11 shelters and respite centres

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