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THUNDER BAY — Several programs that advocates say have likely saved lives on Thunder Bay’s streets over the past two winters will run again, as a result of nearly half a million dollars in new funding.
That's because the money comes through the board's regular budget, rather than one-time COVID relief funds, raising hopes programs like the care bus, outreach van, and winter warming centres could secure permanent funding — something Thunder Bay–Superior North MPP Lise Vaugeois recently pressed the Ford government to provide.
The funds will cover operations and supplies for the van, but Elevate is still fundraising for the vehicle. The service was launched two years ago in response to calls from activist group Not One More Death. The bus offers free trips between the city's north and south ends, with stops at shelters and other health and social services.
“We’re very relieved the service will be available,” she said. “The winter months are harsh here, and we know many individuals in our community are vulnerably housed or living without housing.” Some of the outreach efforts were developed after reports of threats faced by those living on the street, including an incident in which a man drove his truck over a tent.
“It is difficult when funding is year-to-year and there isn’t permanent funding for some of these services that definitely have an ongoing need,” said Lawrance. “We’ll continue to advocate for that.”
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