End of the World 'gentrification' likely to fail, says Belgravia resident
Even after "the End of the World" is transformed into an official viewpoint, the site will continue to attract illicit activity, says the chair of a community group designed to tackle crime in the area.
A popular hangout for partiers, the site atop the riverbank on Saskatchewan Drive, tucked in the woods of the Belgravia neighbourhood, provides a unique panoramic view of the river valley.
Despite its beauty, it's a dangerous place, with three-metre drop-offs and heavy erosion along the riverbanks.
The city has restricted access to the area until upgrades are made and the site is secured with a new boardwalk, stairs and safety fence.
But the prohibition hasn't discouraged late-night revellers, and resident Roger Laing said the problems will likely persist even after the facelift.
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