As organizations in Thunder Bay, Ont., continue to get supports for people experiencing homelessness ahead of winter, tent resident Touque Adams remains intent on finding work, carrying a sign to entertain passersby in hopes of getting smiles and maybe even a bit of money for survival.
Every Tuesday, he checks in on people in the encampments, sees if they're already on the housing waitlist and, if not, gives them an application.
About 1,200 people are on the waitlist for rent-geared-to-income units in the District of Thunder Bay, and 62 people are on DSSAB's high-needs waitlist, which is prioritized for those experiencing homelessness.When CBC News met Adams, he had been living in a tent for about a month. He said he doesn't feel safe in an overnight shelter, but finding a job, let alone an apartment, can be challenging."I am looking for work. I am going out and trying my best," he said.
While carrying his sign, he tries to entertain people who pass by him. It says: "Hello, I'm re-building. I'm actively looking for work. I'm a clean-cut guy. Any spare change will help. Thanks!"
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