Vancouver’s Balmoral Hotel has a checkered past and uncertain future. On June 2nd, 2017, the building was deemed uninhabitable, and its 177 residents were ordered by the city to vacate within ten days. After decades of deteriorating conditions, the Balmoral was officially condemned.

Following the unsavory recommendation to utilize homeless shelters and to leave behind their possessions, partners and pets, a handful of tenants self-organized to advocate for more humane treatment. As pressure grew with the imminent eviction, their story became a flash point of the housing crisis, making national news. With unprecedented attention, they hosted an unsanctioned block party drawing thousands of visitors from across the city. 

Pushed Out offers a rare look into the this harrowing journey.

PROJECT STATUS

Seed funding secured. Searching for additional funders for production. Currently in negotiation with former tenants of the Balmoral Hotel and community members for additional interviews. Contact us for the pitch deck.

Documentary feature (in development)

Credits: Director, DP, Editor

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