The City of Peterborough has applied for $5.3 million in federal funding for the project, which remains $1.75 million over budget.

The feature-length documentary 'Pushback' takes audiences through the streets of Peterborough and showcases what it's like living in poverty.

Members of the group say there's a severe shortage of space in Peterborough's shelters. As the city council begins debating the 2018 budget, the group is asking for more dollars to help combat homelessness.