Encampment fire shows need for safe, heated places to sleep, says councillor
A fire at one of Ottawa's many homelessness encampments highlights the need for safe, heated semi-permanent housing options for people living on the street, the local city councillor says.
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A fire at one of Ottawa's many homelessness encampments highlights the need for safe, heated semi-permanent housing options for people living on the street, the local city councillor says.