In the struggle to break the cycle of homelessness in British Columbia, there are many stories that touch the heart.
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.
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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. Go to
www.realpeoplereallives.ca/ for
more information.
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Recovery in a supportive environment
The best thing that ever happened to Mark, in his opinion, was
getting cancer. His tumour was originally thought to be inoperable.
Click here to hear
Mark's
story.
The Phoenix Centre
The Phoenix Centre, located in Surrey, opened in April, 2007. It
is the first development of its kind in B.C. to combine clinical
addiction services with transitional housing, employment and
education services. Click here to
learn more.
Profile of a Homeless Outreach Worker
Christoph Hofmeister is an outreach worker with RainCity Housing
and Support Society in Vancouver. He is part of a team of workers
who care for clients in groups of two. Click here to
read more
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