Niagara's Homelessness Plan Gets Ontario Wide Recognition
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Niagara Regional housing has put together a 10 poinr plan to reduce homelessness and, importantly, provide some space and programs for people living rough.  A temporary 24-hour a temporary shelter has opended where people have their own room, 3 meals a day and a large recreational area. The recommendations came from a committee that included people with lived experience with homelessness and/or substance use.   Marni Katzman is on the show to talk about the plan and the interest from municipalties across the province.
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