Indigenous leaders urge Thunder Bay mayor to address homelessness crisis

Indigenous leaders in Thunder Bay, Ontario, have urged Mayor Ken Boshcoff to declare a state of emergency on homelessness due to extreme cold conditions, which have led to people sleeping outside and fatalities. The letter, signed by Fort William First Nation Chief Michele Solomon and Nishnawbe Aski Nation Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler, emphasizes the urgency of the crisis, highlighting that Indigenous individuals represent 78% of the homeless population. They are also requesting the mayor to seek additional resources from higher government levels. In response, Boshcoff acknowledged receipt of the letter and promised to consider their comments.

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