In the struggle to break the cycle of homelessness in British
Columbia, there are many stories that touch the heart.
Stories
of Hope
Whether it be a person’s journey from the streets to permanent housing, the opening of a building or emergency shelter that provides vital support services, or an outreach worker who changes someone’s life for the better, these are their inspiring stories. Click here to read .
Real People, Real Lives
A unique photo storytelling exhibition Real People, Real Lives…Courage and Hope in the Downtown Eastside is a candid portrait of 12 people who live in one of Vancouver’s oldest neighbourhoods – is a collaboration between Atira Women’s Resource Society and its property management company, award-winning photographer Michael Bednar, and BC Housing. Click here to view.
Whether it be a person’s journey from the streets to permanent housing, the opening of a building or emergency shelter that provides vital support services, or an outreach worker who changes someone’s life for the better, these are their inspiring stories. Click here to read .
Real People, Real Lives
A unique photo storytelling exhibition Real People, Real Lives…Courage and Hope in the Downtown Eastside is a candid portrait of 12 people who live in one of Vancouver’s oldest neighbourhoods – is a collaboration between Atira Women’s Resource Society and its property management company, award-winning photographer Michael Bednar, and BC Housing. Click here to view.
Operation Phoenix
In February 2009, three of Vancouver's major media outlets began Operation Phoenix, a project focused on bringing attention to issues facing people who live in the Downtown Eastside, one of Canada's poorest neighbourhoods.
Click here for more information.
In February 2009, three of Vancouver's major media outlets began Operation Phoenix, a project focused on bringing attention to issues facing people who live in the Downtown Eastside, one of Canada's poorest neighbourhoods.
Click here for more information.
CONTACT:
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