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Old Posted Aug 22, 2013, 9:49 PM
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Originally Posted by jlousa View Post

I wouldn't say for no good reason, but I agree the could at least make it less visually intrusive.
It won't reduce the number of suicides in the city; it will only force people to use a different method of suicide, a method which may be even more costly to society than jumps from the bridge (e.g. instead of jumping off the bridge, a suicidal person may now elect to jump in front of oncoming traffic or a moving train, etc.).

So name one good reason for tarnishing Vancouver's most iconic structure and obstructing the spectacular, world-famous views we have enjoyed from it for more than 75 years.

If this fence is placed on Lions Gate Bridge, a beautiful and historic (and essential) part of the Vancouver experience will be ruined.

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