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How ‘A Better Tent City’ is trying a new way to tackle homelessness in Kitchener

How ‘A Better Tent City’ is trying a new way to tackle homelessness in Kitchener

FromThis Matters


How ‘A Better Tent City’ is trying a new way to tackle homelessness in Kitchener

FromThis Matters

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Length:
20 minutes
Released:
Nov 1, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Guest: Liam Casey, reporter at The Canadian Press Trying to tackle the issue of homelessness is a difficult one, as there is no one singular fix. But one issue for many people living on the streets is that they dislike the shelter system, which in many communities is seen as the only real solution. During the pandemic, the feeling of unease best showed itself as many people experiencing homeless set up tents in public parks throughout the province. In Kitchener, a radical new idea called A Better Tent City was undertaken by citizens in that community. Using sheds and creating a communal space, this homeless encampment has been embraced by officials in the community and is being accepted by those that are seeking help. It’s certainly not perfect, but it is a new approach that already has other communities asking about a closer look.
Released:
Nov 1, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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The world is changing every day. Now, more than ever, these questions matter. What’s happening? And why should you care? This Matters, a daily news podcast from the Toronto Star, aims to answer those questions, on important stories and ideas, every day, Monday to Friday. Hosts Saba Eitizaz and Raju Mudhar talk to experts and newsmakers about the social, cultural, political and economic stories that shape your life.