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Vancouver's Downtown Eastside (DTES)

The Downtown Eastside (DTES) is a neighbourhood in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. One of the city's oldest neighbourhoods, the DTES is the site of a complex set of social issues, including high levels of mental illness, drug use, homelessness, poverty, crime, and survival sex work. It is also known for its strong community resilience, history of social activism, and artistic contributions.

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