Meet the man who's lived in Stanley Park in Vancouver for 30 years

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  • @globalnews
    @globalnews  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

    Watch part 2 for more details on how Bailey survived 'off the grid': th-cam.com/video/5U-9D9rmKxA/w-d-xo.html

    • @ironhell813
      @ironhell813 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Shows that even after thirty years and no excuses like drugs and welfare Canadians still have zero political sympathy for homelessness. Brutal, broken nation.

    • @tungstenanderson5991
      @tungstenanderson5991 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ironhell813 What are you talking about? They can do anything they want.

  • @williamgrand9724
    @williamgrand9724 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1521

    He's not a drug addict, he's just a quirky guy who lives in the woods. Dudes a gem and I hope he lives there for as long as he wants.

    • @Bunny11344
      @Bunny11344 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +40

      This I support

    • @Gylfie70
      @Gylfie70 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

      Thank you, I wasn't certain if he was still alive. Amazing story and I hope he keeps living such a tranquil life.

    • @cherylschumaker1366
      @cherylschumaker1366 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

      I bet Chris has some amazing stories to tell...

    • @Spleenatron9
      @Spleenatron9 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

      He's not on drugs precisely BECAUSE he doesn't live in the city 😂 good for him.

    • @jerryday8817
      @jerryday8817 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +34

      Maybe he's thinks we are the quirky ones, bc from his perspective this all has to look like a circus.

  • @rosiecole2152
    @rosiecole2152 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +386

    This is a good citizen,, Not addicted, he is FREE. NOT a burden to society, but a blessing through his art. GOD BLESS HIM!

    • @katherinehunter9526
      @katherinehunter9526 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      YES he is exactly like Walden! 🏕🏞🏖🎨 An enlightened soul!🕊💞💫🪷🙏

    • @rachaelalainia
      @rachaelalainia 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      So if he’s addicted to drugs then he’s a bad citizen? Seriously? Do you know how society has failed people who are addicted to drugs? Judge not my friend.

    • @stevest1300
      @stevest1300 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Hmmm..yes, one can be a bad citizen if addicted to drugs. Seriously. Do you know how people who are addicted to drugs fail society? Judge based on fact my friend.

    • @MustardTigerFan42
      @MustardTigerFan42 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He’s on assistance though

    • @katherinehunter9526
      @katherinehunter9526 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@MustardTigerFan42
      At 74, he'll getting his pension!

  • @neobahumut707
    @neobahumut707 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +55

    This is the first good canadian news i have seen in a long time. Makes me proud.

    • @danielmanly4793
      @danielmanly4793 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Did the CA police run horses over his camp because he didn't take the jab?

    • @neobahumut707
      @neobahumut707 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@danielmanly4793 what does this even have to do with anything? Are you attempting to be funny?

    • @danielmanly4793
      @danielmanly4793 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@neobahumut707 This has to do with the Canadian LE running folks over with equine during the so called trucker protest, have you forgotten so quickly?

    • @danielmanly4793
      @danielmanly4793 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@neobahumut707 Did the CA government ban him from traveling from one homeless camp to the next?

    • @danielmanly4793
      @danielmanly4793 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@neobahumut707 Did the CA government tell this man that he must accept a medical procedure in order to maintain his primary source of income?

  • @tonimarx6405
    @tonimarx6405 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +130

    I grew up in a small town on the outskirts of Manchester, UK. There was an old guy with one arm who had lived in the local park for years - ever since i could remember. He was one of the happiest guys i had ever met and always said hello to us young kids whenever we'd see him. One day he just vanished and nobody in the town knew where he went.
    I'm 40yrs old now and think about that old guy all the time.

    • @danielfiore8865
      @danielfiore8865 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Does he cross your mind when you're cutting checks for taxes?

    • @yeahtbh.161
      @yeahtbh.161 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@danielfiore8865??

    • @valeria-militiamessalina5672
      @valeria-militiamessalina5672 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

      @@danielfiore8865He had one arm and living in a park, don't worry, he was not living the grand life on money taken from your taxes.

    • @kwimms
      @kwimms 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@valeria-militiamessalina5672 Ha ha... great reply... obviously fully masked, even while sleeping.

    • @Closereveryday
      @Closereveryday 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      ​@@danielfiore8865 you cannot even be serious. Hopefully you do not lose one of your extremities one day and people see you that way.

  • @dontworryaboutit273
    @dontworryaboutit273 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +246

    What a bright, kind, and thoughtful man. Wish him all the best.

    • @dustinwatkins7843
      @dustinwatkins7843 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      and talented too, that's some decent artwork!

    • @darugdawg2453
      @darugdawg2453 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@dustinwatkins7843 i wish his art sells more but lets face it 30 yrs should tell you its should just been a hobby

  • @cptnbarbeausa1886
    @cptnbarbeausa1886 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +130

    I love how even the police were able to form bonds/relationships with him. And speak highly of him. What a Good Soul.

    • @Wilsnap
      @Wilsnap 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You have no idea what kind of person he is from this short video. So what if he lives in a bunch of plastic off the grid?

    • @PopPopPopPop
      @PopPopPopPop 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@Wilsnapok Mr contrarian

    • @boomer3150
      @boomer3150 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@PopPopPopPop Don't mind the troll. They get paid to make mindless statements.

  • @SusanaSanjuan-z5n
    @SusanaSanjuan-z5n 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Chris is a true artist, he has really found himself. He has a warm home inside his heart, he's not really homeless; he's sane, strong, smart. Interesting man.

  • @annabelleedge2728
    @annabelleedge2728 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +73

    I remember how concerned we all were for him in the 2006 windstorm. Lovely to have his story presented/preserved.

    • @Polyphemus47
      @Polyphemus47 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Having survived that experience speaks to his being looked after by Nature herself.

  • @crocadoodle7101
    @crocadoodle7101 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +87

    Now that he has this exposure for the public, I hope he remains safe and happy.

    • @JalomMatia
      @JalomMatia 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      he has sold his art for millions now. he wears lots of gold and listens to Snoop Dogg

    • @anoodono1841
      @anoodono1841 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@JalomMatia you wish?

  • @a6703
    @a6703 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

    He is a national treasure who should be protected as he is exactly.

  • @thuydoan7496
    @thuydoan7496 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +708

    The best part about this story is that although he's homeless, he's not a drug addict. Let him stay in Stanley Park. He deserves to stay there because he has proven for 30 years that he can live harmoniously with nature, and is no bother to anyone.

    • @cradle0fcthulhu
      @cradle0fcthulhu 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +41

      Not everyone that's homeless is a drug addict. Yes, there is a good majority of people that are homeless because of addictions but, regardless, I think everyone should be treated equally and respected all the same.

    • @AnnapurnaMoffatt
      @AnnapurnaMoffatt 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +51

      The main cause of homelessness in Canada is the lack of affordable housing--not drugs.

    • @garygjl9036
      @garygjl9036 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

      he isn't "homeless". you are another social construct.

    • @kylemccormack1785
      @kylemccormack1785 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

      No, he's a squatter who needs to get a job.

    • @klausschwab6808
      @klausschwab6808 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@AnnapurnaMoffatt thats a lie! its degenerate behaviour! rooms can still be rented for 500-1000$ a month which is far less than a minimum wage income

  • @Dansyoung
    @Dansyoung 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +724

    He is happier than 99.9% of people I meet on daily basis…. Really makes you really stop and think

    • @SusanLeger
      @SusanLeger 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      Pretty sad statement.

    • @MThomasB
      @MThomasB 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

      @@SusanLeger Pretty sad attitude. You are obviously not a very positive person. Try to smile there champ. lol I think his attitude is refreshing.

    • @eyesuckle
      @eyesuckle 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      To be fair. . . it's hard to say how happy he is. I _hope_ he's happy.

    • @Dansyoung
      @Dansyoung 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      @@eyesuckleHe is enjoying the birds in his tent painting pictures. Everyone I know is worried about losing their homes with rising interest rates, rapidly increasing taxes, struggling to try to buy food, can’t afford the ridiculous natural gas bills. Basically by having a minimalist lifestyle to the extreme he avoids a great deal of the stress and pressures of life.

    • @zartic4life
      @zartic4life 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      How do you know how happy he is? No one should live like that I do know and so should you.

  • @DarkmanRides
    @DarkmanRides 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    This is not difficult he just wanted to be alone. He found his joy and his Humanity in the wild with nature. We should envy him at some level❤

  • @nateuhrich3153
    @nateuhrich3153 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    To each their own. He’s not hurting anyone, not a threat to the public, not bothering a soul. Let him keep on keeping on.

  • @lizajane1878
    @lizajane1878 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +85

    I love this dude! What a great guy. Living life on his terms, we all should take a note from him.

    • @Ackamemnon
      @Ackamemnon 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      i agree with you there, i would rather live in the forest then deal with city life. do my drawing out there, painting. :D

    • @JokerForDictator
      @JokerForDictator 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I see lots of these guys under the bridge every day, just living the dream.

    • @DANCEGARAGEPUNK
      @DANCEGARAGEPUNK 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@JokerForDictator Greed is great, Eh ? : )

  • @cardboardcrawlersrc8805
    @cardboardcrawlersrc8805 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +45

    The fact that he the police and government do not seem to hassle him or care that he and others like him use the space responsibly is almost as amazing as the man himself.

  • @shantispliff9284
    @shantispliff9284 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    This guy i met when i was 15 at stanley park when i lived on the streets. I am now almost 51. Happy to see ur alive!! Youre more than welcomed to come live in my camp. Bring ur art people love arts up here in the boreal forest 😊

  • @richardbrophy4120
    @richardbrophy4120 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I was living in Stanley park in 1985/86 for a couple of weeks: even had a write up printed in the ' letters to the editor ' section of the newspaper to celebrate Stanley Park's 100th birthday, but this man could write a book on it ( Stanley Park ) and I would be one of the first guys in the book signing lineup to get his autograph, if he does write it. Inspiring story of true grit and acceptance by our police and public . Big story !

  • @debbieangel9376
    @debbieangel9376 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +72

    I have Total Respect for this wonderful man, he set out to live his life the way he wanted and he succeeded, he disturbs no-one and is completely at peace with himself. I wish you many, many more wonderful days Chris

  • @drj2220
    @drj2220 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    Protect this man at all costs 🙏

  • @heavykevvy9321
    @heavykevvy9321 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +62

    What a beautiful soul!

  • @rossome3043
    @rossome3043 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +72

    I was homeless downtown for 10 years and lived in stanley park for 1.5years....I've NEVER seen this man before. Crazy

    • @BrianShaneRushton
      @BrianShaneRushton 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

      Probably went of his way to avoid you like most people

    • @f.mazz.459
      @f.mazz.459 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      ​@@BrianShaneRushton That's not nice

    • @Polyphemus47
      @Polyphemus47 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@f.mazz.459 Unless he meant that he avoided most people by avoiding them?

    • @PatentApplied
      @PatentApplied 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      I live in Vancouver since 2010, been all around Stanley Park. Im there every week at least twice. Never knew he was there, mate is a ninja

    • @BrianShaneRushton
      @BrianShaneRushton 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@f.mazz.459 sorry I meant the guy in the park seems like a recluse and goes out of his way to avoid people so op might not have run into him

  • @Jakas-qt6hj
    @Jakas-qt6hj 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Literally cried. What a treasure have a lovely rest of your life Chris

  • @louisetringham5830
    @louisetringham5830 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    What a beautiful soul. His paintings are phenomenal.

  • @inezzbeadz
    @inezzbeadz 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Don't judge the book by its cover!! This is a beautiful story n it's true to nature. ❤his paintings

  • @alandsofairandbright
    @alandsofairandbright 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +116

    What an awesome good hearted dude.

  • @HP-ws2vx
    @HP-ws2vx 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    What an amazing video. I hope he stays safe and happy.

  • @robbrenton9438
    @robbrenton9438 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +169

    This guy is a friggin LEGEND

    • @robbrenton9438
      @robbrenton9438 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

      @jasonsmith8324 cause I'm too busy living in a van down by the river

    • @katherinehunter9526
      @katherinehunter9526 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@robbrenton9438
      Good for you!
      I used to live in a schoolbus!
      Have actually had 2 of them!
      Love the freedom of NOT PAYING rent and being able to travel and work then travel on!
      Not having to be stuck in one damn job or place!
      Enjoy!❤ 🚛

    • @rodrigobarraza
      @rodrigobarraza 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@robbrenton9438 LOL, great reference Rob.

    • @rodrigobarraza
      @rodrigobarraza 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @jasonking831 Your comment is great, because it highlights the differences in generations. You're using "l.o.l" rather than it's grammatical correct form: "L.O.L.", but it's not even how it was first used in the 90s as "LOL". Then you go ahead and use commas instead of periods, and then go on to use periods? Hilarious grammatical errors left and right!

    • @leannesmith5729
      @leannesmith5729 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​​@@robbrenton9438 Love the Matt Foley/Chris Farley reference! Made me laugh.

  • @marywagner5673
    @marywagner5673 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I admire this man. Living life on his own terms. Looks like he has adapted well . I hope he is able to continue to live his life in the freedom he has become accustomed to

  • @kc3678
    @kc3678 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +117

    He's living what some would describe as an "authentic"life. To each their own.

    • @darugdawg2453
      @darugdawg2453 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      try that in middle of alaska

    • @shauncameron8390
      @shauncameron8390 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@darugdawg2453
      Or Winnipeg.

    • @viewtube51
      @viewtube51 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's why he left his home town .... So he dsnt have to try in the middle of wherever lol.

  • @brahsumatra
    @brahsumatra 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +147

    The fact birds feel safe with him says a lot, he living a better life than anyone in North Vancouver and Vancouver.

    • @thisisrob8750
      @thisisrob8750 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      not the geese though

    • @califoo
      @califoo 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      "birds feel safe with him" lol
      No, animals will go anywhere there is food.

    • @amandahope5671
      @amandahope5671 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Except for the Geese and Ducks that end up being his lunch!

    • @bunjijumper5345
      @bunjijumper5345 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Chickadees are angels. Having a chickadee fly close to you is almost like a drug.

    • @bunjijumper5345
      @bunjijumper5345 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@califoo You know nothing about animals.

  • @mohanperformance.enginerd.1308
    @mohanperformance.enginerd.1308 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a special man. The forest helpt to preserv a real genuine Canadian sole. Kept away from modern society and remained pure and sincere.
    Beautiful story.
    Thank you!❤

  • @doberman1ism
    @doberman1ism 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Constable, thank you so much for being so kind to Chris. At first, I thought this man was one of our Vietnam veterans. I am so proud of Chris for his resilience and his artistic world. Hello Chris hello Canada. 🇨🇦. Greetings from across the pond on the shores of Lake Erie from Cleveland, Ohio. 🇺🇸By boat your shoreline is 45 minutes do north from my home. We are neighbors!

  • @yilz123
    @yilz123 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

    What a beautiful gentleman and great artist omfg

  • @mademoisellekaya1438
    @mademoisellekaya1438 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The real true Outdoors man to the core!
    No, joking, this is a man I respect truly, hardcore by living in the elements but elegant, kindhearted, self-sufficient, and so much more and, most of all, a passionate nature-loving Artist 🎨

  • @Lea-rb9nc
    @Lea-rb9nc 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    Stanley is a lovely park. When I was young I would come from California to my grandmother's in Vancouver working for my aunt and uncle at the PNE. Best wishes from France (since 2007).

    • @CommoditySC
      @CommoditySC 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What a life. California and BC when they were still amazing places to be. Now France. You are lucky.

    • @Lea-rb9nc
      @Lea-rb9nc 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@CommoditySC Lucky, yes. However there were many obstacles...

  • @maxruedy951
    @maxruedy951 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    As long as he isn't making a mess or harrassing people leave him be,he isn't hurting anyone and he's happy.

  • @sophieandherdoggylife8496
    @sophieandherdoggylife8496 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Grew up in Vancouver in the 80s and 90s.... my father used to navigate those waters, and would hear stories of many goings on around the city and area, never have I heard of this guy. Well done.

  • @railfantrainman1000
    @railfantrainman1000 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Wow, what a story! Very inspiring & uplifting. Glad I came across this. Go Chris!

  • @tihomirgenev4838
    @tihomirgenev4838 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Praying for him and anyone who is homeless..

  • @BL_762
    @BL_762 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +57

    This guy is happier than the majority of our country

  • @TheSilverGate
    @TheSilverGate 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

    I'd definitely buy one of those gorgeous paintings

    • @ajvintage9579
      @ajvintage9579 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I wonder if selling his art is how he can afford food and necessities?

  • @navsingh1529
    @navsingh1529 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    He looks at peace and genuinely happy that is all that matters.

  • @enigmaticons
    @enigmaticons 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Fascinating man , and obviously very talented in the art . Wish him the best.

  • @-HumanOnEarth-
    @-HumanOnEarth- 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    What a legend! I got a lot of appreciation for people like Chris.

  • @DefiantBoyy
    @DefiantBoyy 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    His artwork is really nice and real. I wouldn't be surprised if someone paid a good amount for one of those.

  • @luckycruiser
    @luckycruiser 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +72

    He sounds like a nicer person than most of the people living in the city. He is well spoken and a very talented artist. There is much to be said about not being obsessed with monetary gain and material possessions. 😀👍

  • @greggreg2263
    @greggreg2263 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +66

    He’s art is beautiful. He is so well-connected to the land🙏😇 Stanley Park is always been magical to me

    • @krispypriest5116
      @krispypriest5116 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Same.
      Been homeless in Vancouver and only ever felt safe sleeping in Stanley Park.
      His art is beautiful and his peace of mind is all that matter.
      Take care old friend.

  • @CanadianJames
    @CanadianJames 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +102

    He is ahead of his time. Canadians will be more like him in the future

    • @Saddedude
      @Saddedude 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

      If justina keeps raising the cost of living then yes we will all be living in tent cities

    • @masterofmuppetz9647
      @masterofmuppetz9647 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      True story .

    • @sparklessconnectionselectrical
      @sparklessconnectionselectrical 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Net zero

    • @chriskitchen4772
      @chriskitchen4772 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      Looks like it's going that way.😒

    • @jimdent351
      @jimdent351 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      We'll be more like him how? Are we going to own nothing and be happy like Uncle Klaus wants us?

  • @Amy1957ful
    @Amy1957ful 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    This is a good citizen He is just a lover of nature and freedom, this people should be supported always and helped, if they need it. God bless.

    • @JalomMatia
      @JalomMatia 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      perhaps not a bad citizen, but a good citizen helps other people, and if you don't want kids, or many things, then devote your time to helping others with your time, or working and with your money, that is a good citizen.

    • @DANCEGARAGEPUNK
      @DANCEGARAGEPUNK 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@JalomMatia No He`s a very good citizen : )
      A bad citizen is a Greedy person ! : ( : (

  • @OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro
    @OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What a wonderful man! He seems at peace!😊

  • @Ann-gu7qs
    @Ann-gu7qs 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +37

    I saw his home there. Once then I was browsing through the bushes: It was surreal. Huge castl-like structures in a long line . so close to the road yet so well hidden.

    • @rodrigobarraza
      @rodrigobarraza 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Growing up in downtown, I've walked past it many times as a kid. Seen him a few times as well.

  • @spikeyapplesseashells9233
    @spikeyapplesseashells9233 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This man is free. No stress. Content. Away from people who cause him any trouble. And he looks very healthy and fit by the way he walks. God bless him.. 🙏🌹

  • @misterfunnybones
    @misterfunnybones 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +595

    He's not homeless; his home is Stanley Park.

    • @XiaoxiaoYuyu-ug3gy
      @XiaoxiaoYuyu-ug3gy 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

      Stanley Park is not his home ,maybe he should camp in your yard .

    • @Lawliet734
      @Lawliet734 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      @@XiaoxiaoYuyu-ug3gy No space before and one space after punctuation: "... his home, maybe ... in your yard."

    • @Aqui77aO
      @Aqui77aO 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

      ​@@XiaoxiaoYuyu-ug3gyreally? Your yard is a huge "park"? .. grow up, he's not hurting anyone. Let him live his life and you live yours.

    • @DavidHalverson
      @DavidHalverson 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      He has an actual mailing address if he gets a post office box.

    • @zizikaloda1169
      @zizikaloda1169 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      @@Aqui77aO With the rent that high in Vancouver ,more and more people camp and stay at Stanley Park than ,,,,

  • @Nemo59646
    @Nemo59646 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a lovely man. Best wishes from the UK.

  • @JessaLynn8
    @JessaLynn8 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    What an incredible and sweet, wonderful man ❤

    • @JalomMatia
      @JalomMatia 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      maybe. some would say it's vanity and self absorbed.

  • @TuckerUp
    @TuckerUp 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Dude loved his love how he wanted. Respect for living your life with out hurting others.

  • @the93vigor41
    @the93vigor41 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What a beautiful story ❤

  • @AnnaNico-mvt
    @AnnaNico-mvt 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    This man is a beautiful person, he is smart and wise and kind. His art is so, so good ! ❤ He is very talented. I wish him health and to live his life the way he wants. If he needs help, let us know. Thank you for this amazing video.

  • @JustTim1916
    @JustTim1916 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +47

    What a cool guy, you did it your way. Wishing the best

  • @soxari
    @soxari 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Amazing story - extremely talented artist and a good soul. I hope that he has many more days to come.

  • @K.Goldie
    @K.Goldie 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    He's absolutely right ! I lived this way too, but had to return to the city.
    Never got over the shock of leaving 'heaven'.

  • @victoriajones8747
    @victoriajones8747 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    His paintings are beautiful and his music ... A good and decent man !
    May God bless him ❤

  • @NoSuffix
    @NoSuffix 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    What a free spirit he has!

  • @ryanb4235
    @ryanb4235 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +139

    If he's not bothering anyone, there's no problem with this.

    • @daviddinkins7009
      @daviddinkins7009 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Lets all live for free in the park!

    • @ryanb4235
      @ryanb4235 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      @@daviddinkins7009 Not many would choose that option.

    • @jeepstuff4004
      @jeepstuff4004 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      The problem is if everyone did this.

    • @bok..
      @bok.. 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Why would people want to lol. Most people wouldn't.​@@jeepstuff4004

    • @ryanb4235
      @ryanb4235 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@jeepstuff4004 I don't think many would. No bathrooms, no shower, no proper heat or air conditioning, easier to get your stuff stolen, no mailing address...

  • @missy183
    @missy183 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    God bless you Chris. 😇❤❤

  • @RobertRemlinger-mq8iy
    @RobertRemlinger-mq8iy 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Great story, his art work is really good. A true artist, reminds me of Emily Carr, her passion for the forest.

    • @JalomMatia
      @JalomMatia 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      we all love camping in the forest.

  • @michaelsutherlandsk8a4life
    @michaelsutherlandsk8a4life 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What a legend!

  • @maggiematheson4465
    @maggiematheson4465 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Amazing story and art love how the police were so caring

  • @f.mazz.459
    @f.mazz.459 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow! That's crazy. I had no idea there was a man living in the park and for that long. I'm surprised the city let him be. Right on. God bless him 🙏

  • @Inner_stillness
    @Inner_stillness 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    Beautiful soul and his art is so amazing. Wishing him all the best in the future and hopefully he’ll find a place to call home and feel comfortable in 🙏🏻❤️

  • @DawnLapka
    @DawnLapka 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Chris seems like a good guy. When I was street bound in Lincoln, NE, I was protected by police and parks and recreation. It was something that I knew I had to do because of meeting so many people who suffered with worse medical and emotional difficulties than what I suffered with. I won't forget that time in my life, and I learned a lot about myself in the process. I really appreciate this story.

  • @meganwydler
    @meganwydler 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    He is a free man experiencing true freedom. May god bless his home and protect him. 🙏🏼🤍

  • @retaparasram5439
    @retaparasram5439 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    God bless him with a wonderful talent, and protect him also outside with angels wings our love always 🙏🏼❤️🥦🌻🏵️🌺🌸🪴

  • @John-jd8vx
    @John-jd8vx 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Fortunate man in many ways. I wish him the best.

  • @steveoatway7001
    @steveoatway7001 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    Chris reminds me very much of Lyall. There were more than 10 men living in the park a decade ago when I knew Lyall who lived there. He was an-ex UBC Professor who dressed so well people were shocked that he was Homeless. He would stand by the Vancouver Trolley Company stop at English Bay and help visitors get around. I drove Bus Tours for VTC and saw Lyall there all the time. Micheal, the man who owns the Hotdog Stand there said he offered Lyall a place to stay but he politely refused, saying he preferred the park. One August night after watching a TUT's show I was walking back to my car when I came across Lyall heading home.

  • @ClappOnUpp
    @ClappOnUpp 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    His sketches are awesome. Love to have one of those

  • @justinstevenson2061
    @justinstevenson2061 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    Met a guy like this in Ontario. I was kayaking with the kids and hopped into an island to explore.
    Found a structure built and was super curious. Guy comes walking out. Startled me I will say.
    He started showing us around. I was being cautious more because I had my kids.
    Guy ended up being a librarian who just loved the outdoors.
    Used his canoe to bring all the building materials out there and set up a sweet little spot.
    Had a guestbook for people to sign, and said he was cool with people going there while he’s not there.
    Most people were respectful of the area, and I asked and he even said he’d had fire service stop by upon seeing smoke and not boot him out as long as he’s being responsible.

    • @susanp.collins7834
      @susanp.collins7834 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I've lived in a caravan for 20 years now. It's in a beautiful garden and I have my caravan under a zinc roof with an outdoor kitchen and I pay rent by helping out with things and keeping my eye on the place when they're away. Me and my cat and my bird photography and hobbies and crafts and writing. I have a tiny pension...

  • @edruscanius1026
    @edruscanius1026 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great experienced !

  • @GordiansKnotHere
    @GordiansKnotHere 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Self-realized individual. I would visit him everyday to say hi if it wasn't a bother to him.
    I don't blame him regarding Vancouver. It was incredibly beautiful and my wife and I went there for our honeymoon.
    Such a chill dude, I hope him the best.

  • @theresahvassman9965
    @theresahvassman9965 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    What an amazing survivalist. I hope they leave him alone. Bravo Adam

  • @christianheidt5733
    @christianheidt5733 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    He lives in harmony with nature, special kind of person,
    Deserves to be where he is, he's earned it! 🙂.

  • @Michy2025
    @Michy2025 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    this is astonishing how he managed to survive the cold winter 😢

    • @planetvegan7843
      @planetvegan7843 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      What cold winter? It's vancouver.

  • @Zodibear
    @Zodibear 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Wow he’s an awesome old man. May God grant him a life long of life!! He’s really smart too…

  • @user-fy7ru4ii1i
    @user-fy7ru4ii1i 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    He should watch some of those "forest bunker' videos. He could build a nice bunker, underground, using downed tree's. Safer, more secluded and way less maintenance.

    • @RyanBanman
      @RyanBanman 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Yeah... if I lived in the woods for 30 years with no 9-5, I'd have built something nicer than that lol

    • @reno239
      @reno239 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@RyanBanmanno you wouldn’t. Stop lying to yourself.

  • @keithmah885
    @keithmah885 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    He’s quite powerful. I could never live in those conditions.

  • @krislee6572
    @krislee6572 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Society could learn alot from this man. Awesome 😎👍🏼

    • @diborgtime9230
      @diborgtime9230 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah im good off that

  • @kells8015
    @kells8015 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I wish more were like him! We need more of this in the world! God bless

  • @muzak913
    @muzak913 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +62

    honestly jealous of how free this guy is.

    • @noexcuses5524
      @noexcuses5524 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Tyler Durden : The things you own end up owning you.] It's only after we've lost everything that we're free to do anything.

    • @theJoefamilychannel
      @theJoefamilychannel 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      No doubt eh

    • @TheHidben
      @TheHidben 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Do the same…

  • @melaniejackson8187
    @melaniejackson8187 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    GOOD FOR YOU CHRIS..!
    Wishing you well mate..
    Stay Warm 😄🌹

  • @cradle0fcthulhu
    @cradle0fcthulhu 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I wish I can go out there and learn how to live like this man. I'm currently living in a bush outside my home town for the past while, me and my dog share a small tent but nothing as close as nice as his place. Keeping my dog safe from dangerous people and his happiness is my only concern in this life.

    • @mfurman
      @mfurman 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Is your happiness not a concern for you?

    • @cradle0fcthulhu
      @cradle0fcthulhu 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@mfurman I've been selfish my entire life trying to chase ideas of what happiness is and maybe me even now. It might be selfish of me to focus on my dog and his happiness because I'm only happy when he is.

  • @thomasr1051
    @thomasr1051 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for keeping the comments on! Good story

  • @RobertTorontoYYZ
    @RobertTorontoYYZ 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Living his best life - that's great that he has done that while pursuing his passion for art while living clean

  • @PhuknArshole
    @PhuknArshole 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    YAY WE CAN ALL LOOK FORWARD TO THIS STANDARD OF LIVING! THANKS GLOBAL FOR THE COVERAGE!

  • @oh_k8
    @oh_k8 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is incredible.

  • @doubaya2959
    @doubaya2959 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +52

    Cant wait for Tom Hanks next movie titled "Stanley Park".

    • @rotyler2177
      @rotyler2177 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hanks'

  • @gvbalajee
    @gvbalajee 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Lovely life all alone in nature

  • @stardust4987
    @stardust4987 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +41

    He has lived his live the way he wanted and made beautiful art in the process.

  • @worldsworstneighbours
    @worldsworstneighbours 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a happy man!