Tents Deserve Dignity, Not Just Dirt | Edmonton News

Edmonton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 18, 2026 · 1m

Nova Scotia lawyers are rallying for higher income assistance for unhoused folks living in tents, trailers, or cars—potentially boosting monthly aid from $400 to over $700 after a landmark court ruling deemed a tent a valid form of accommodation. The decision, stemming from the estate of a man who died in a tent, has sparked action from Dalhousie Legal Aid, which is now guiding applicants toward benefits that could reach $1,400 for couples—and even more for those with disabilities. Advocates warn that any move by the province to exclude tents or cars would be cruel and counterproductive…