Frostbite amputations reached new high in Edmonton after shift to more aggressive evictions at encampments

After years of following similar trends in the number of frostbite amputation cases, Edmonton and Calgary diverged last winter: Edmonton set a new record, while Calgary saw figures decrease. The reasons may include how the cities approach homeless encampments and frostbite treatment.

Frostbite amputations reached new high in Edmonton after shift to more aggressive evictions at encampments
Police officers dressed in winter clothing, walking among tents.

After years of following similar trends in the number of frostbite amputation cases, Edmonton and Calgary diverged last winter: Edmonton set a new record, while Calgary saw figures decrease. The reasons may include how the cities approach homeless encampments and frostbite treatment.