Vickers Manor Under Legal Siege | Toronto News

Thunder Bay’s health unit is suing the owner of Vickers Manor, a seniors’ residence plagued by bed bugs, garbage piles, fire code violations, and even halted hot meals — forcing volunteers to launch a crowdfunding campaign. With utilities nearly shut off and the property now listed for just $1 after a $19 million price tag, residents like Sharon Zoschke cling to their community despite unsafe conditions. Local MPP Lise Vaugeois is demanding provincial intervention, urging the Rental Housing Enforcement Unit to act and ensure no one gets displaced without housing alternatives. The owner faces court in November, where fines could be imposed if found guilty — while city officials remain on alert to protect tenants from further disruptions. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9602adcaea7e83cf