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The twinkling of festive lights in reds, greens and golds in Alberta's two major city centres is little comfor...

The twinkling of festive lights in reds, greens and golds in Alberta's two major city centres is little comfort for thousands of unhoused people trying to survive another winter cold spell.

The twinkling of festive lights in reds, greens and golds in Alberta's two major city centres is little comfort for thousands of unhoused people trying to survive another winter cold spell.

The twinkling of festive lights in reds, greens and golds in Alberta's two major city centres is little comfort for thousands of unhoused people trying to

The twinkling of festive lights in reds, greens and golds in Alberta's two major city centres is little comfort for thousands of unhoused people trying to survive another winter cold spell.

Homeless camps are growing across Canada and there are more people without housing.

The twinkling of festive lights in reds, greens and golds in Albertas two major city centres is little comfort for thousands of unhoused people trying to survive another winter cold spell.

City administration is recommending Calgary City Council put emergency funds into supporting people experiencing homelessness this winter. 

Calgary city administration will provide $750,000 in one-time funding to the Calgary Homeless Foundation to increase access to emergency shelters this winter, which may include warming shelter spaces.

Frigid temperatures are no joke for homeless Calgarians like Richard Gibbins who struggles night by night braving the elements and finding a safe space to keep warm.