Iman Kaur

This is the final blog post in our 3-part series spotlighting incredible citizens engaged in housing advocacy for the Halton community This is Laurel Grace. Laurel Grace first became interested in housing justice during the wintertime. She saw people sleeping on the streets and could not see them freeze to death. So, she took action. A retired social worker, at 83 years old, Laurel is still actively involved in her community today. She participates in monthly meetings at her church,...

A continuation of our civic engagement series spotlighting everyday citizens acting towards housing justice Halton is rich with citizens motivated to build our community. Community Development Halton is lucky to know and work alongside two such citizens, Dr. Sara Cumming and Garth Brown. We are grateful to share parts of their stories to demonstrate that meaningful change does not require being a housing expert or elected official. It begins when ordinary people choose to act. Empowerment...

An exploration of the everyday citizens pushing for action A picture of a neighbour sleeping outside in Burlington, ON. Source: Jerry Fairbridge Across Halton, a quiet but determined movement is growing. It’s not led by celebrities or large institutions, it’s led by ordinary residents. People like Karen Hicks. People like Jerry Fairbridge. Citizens who refuse to accept homelessness as inevitable, and who are transforming concern into action. The Moment That Changes You When I asked Karen...