Will Montreal’s West Island get a homeless shelter amid growing demand?
By Tim Sargeant Reporter
A non-profit organization is calling for a shelter to built in Pierrefonds to help the most vulnerable people in the West Island. Continue reading
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Montreal homeless man searches for stolen dog
By Phil Carpenter Photojournalist
A homeless man in Montreal suspects his a one-year-old German Shepherd mix was taken by a couple who didn`t like the idea of a dog living on the street. Continue reading
In intense cold, Parks Canada discovers homeless community living by the Lachine Canal
By Billy Shields Photojournalist
Even in intense cold and with resources added to the Montreal landscape, the problem of exposure and homelessness in the intense winter weather is still a serious issue, highlighted by a recent discovery by Parks Canada. Continue reading
This week on ‘Focus Montreal’: Jan. 19
This week on Focus Montreal, we learn about the importance of having carbon monoxide detectors in schools, as well as what’s being done in Montreal to help the homeless find shelter from the cold. Continue reading
Emergency shelter for Montreal homeless opens at former Royal Victoria Hospital
By Rachel Lau Online Producer - Quebec
The former site of the Royal Victoria Hospital in downtown Montreal is welcoming the city’s homeless into its new emergency shelter. Continue reading
Accueil Bonneau hosts annual meal for Montreal’s homeless
By Phil Carpenter Photojournalist
The organization has been celebrating the Fête des Rois and providing hot meals for the homeless for almost 143 years. Continue reading
Sharing the warmth with Blankets for the Homeless at Place Émilie-Gamelin
“Today, we’re giving socks, we’re giving a whole full lunch, plus we have extra bags with snacks, hand warmers and foot warmers,” said volunteer Helena Tavares. Continue reading
Montreal student’s life on the streets inspires her PhD studies
By Felicia Parrillo Reporter
Jayne Malenfant’s unstable living situation as a teen helped inspire her studies at McGill University. Continue reading
‘A Christmas gift’: Montreal teen feeds the homeless
By Felicia Parrillo Reporter
At the end of the drive, volunteers donate goods to shelters throughout the city and will even hit the streets of Montreal to hand out care packages. Continue reading
New emergency homeless shelter to help with winter overcrowding
A new emergency winter shelter aims to help house Montreal’s homeless during the cold months. Continue reading