‘Pretty big’ increase in homelessness in the past decade: DSSAB An increase in the number of shelter beds and transitional housing available in the city reflects a big increase in homelessness, according to local officials. “We’ve definitely seen across the district a pretty big increase actually in homelessness and much more visible homelessness as well as homeless encampments,” … Read more
I would be interested to see exactly what Alstom’s business model is for this plant. The plant has one customer. Its the government. Specifically the Government of Ontario. The City of Toronto is involved but nothing happens without the Province’s funding. The Federal Government? Maybe some but not much. Sooo, how does that work? … Read more
City staff speak on new site for shelter village The city will put forward their recommendation to enter into a lease agreement with Lakehead Region Conservation Authority (LRCA) to use a portion of its land at 1111 Fort William Road for the shelter village. Rilee Willianen, encampment response lead, said the location fits the site … Read more
Not a lot to photograph this morning. Flurries still falling. Not anywhere close to what someone might call a ‘once in a generation’ snowstorm here in Thunder Bay. Not even close. Probably a good thing. Yesterday, there was no snow here. Lots of drifting snow. Today is definitely a ‘leg’ day. The Mensa candidate that … Read more