Focus Montreal introduces Montrealers to people who are shaping our community by bringing their stories into focus.
It airs Saturday at 5:30 p.m., and Sunday at 7:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and midnight.
Take a look at who we’re meeting this week on Focus Montreal:
Et maintenant manifesto
On Sunday, two Quebec women set in motion the Et maintenant manifesto.
The goal is to push forward the discussions about sexual assault and harassment.
Since it launched, thousands have signed it in support.
Remembering Dans la rue founder Father Emmett Johns
In 1988, Father Emmett Johns founded Dans la rue.
The organization to help end youth homelessness in Montreal has been on the ground ever since.
On Jan. 13, Johns — affectionately known as “Pops” — passed away.
On Wednesday, a vigil was held in Montreal in memory of Pops.
READ MORE: Vigil held in Montreal for Father Emmett ‘Pops’ Johns
Quebec’s Premier Philippe Couillard and Montreal’s Mayor Valérie Plante were in attendance.
Pops’ legacy in Montreal
Several Montrealers have credited Pops with having helped turn their lives around.
Johns was a key figure in the fight to end homelessness in Montreal.
READ MORE: Former homeless teen-turned-business-owner credits ‘Pops’ for his turnaround
His funeral will take place on Jan. 27, at St. Patrick’s Basilica.
A public viewing will be held at Montreal City Hall on Jan. 25 and Jan. 26.
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