There are people right here in Burnaby who do not have the basic comforts that we cherish. A person dealing with homelessness faces challenges and barriers every day such as Hygiene, Clothing, Bedding, Nutrition, Sleep deprivation, Lack of medical care, Social isolation, Crime, Drugs and more.

We know that 80% of people who are dealing with homelessness are not visible on the street as they are “couch surfing” or staying temporarily with friends.And that an increasing number of people without housing in Burnaby are employed and unable to make enough income to pay the high cost of rent.

The number of people dealing with homelessness in Burnaby has risen by 110% in the past three years. The Progressive Housing Society Outreach Workers estimate there to be 250 people dealing with homelessness in Burnaby.

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