Ottawa has a growing need for street-level support, and one local man is stepping up in a personal way. After experiencing homelessness himself, he now spends his time walking the city's streets, checking in on people who are still living rough and offering food, supplies and a friendly ear.
From Struggle to Service
His own history with homelessness gives him a perspective that's hard to fake: he knows what it feels like to be overlooked, and he's using that experience to build trust with people others often walk past.
An Ottawa Story
As the city continues to grapple with homelessness and encampments downtown and along the Rideau, grassroots outreach like this fills gaps that formal services can't always reach.
Source: CTV News
