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Fort McMurray reports progress with reducing homelessness

According to the most recent point in time count here were 152 homeless people in Fort McMurray

CBC NewsDennis Kovtun

Partnerships between a number of social agencies that deal with homelessness and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is paying dividends.

In 2018, the overall number of homeless people in Fort McMurray was pegged at 200. That number is now 152, according to the RMWB's most recent point in time homeless count in October. 

About a third were living unsheltered in streets, parks, encampments and vehicles. Seven per cent were staying in encampments during the night of the count.

About half of Fo…

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CBC NewsDennis Kovtun, Posted: Feb 18, 2025 6:00 AM EST | Last Updated: 3 hours ago
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