On January 1st I had the privilege of attending the Lt. Governor’s Levy. Wendy and I were here at a private meeting with the Lt. Governor many years ago when we were invited for tea. Yes, that’s right we had tea with the Queen’s representative to Alberta. Of course, now the Lt. Governor represents the…
Tag: The Salvation Army
Housing For All
In 2007 I was suddenly thrust into the rising issue of homelessness and our (TSA) work with shelters, supporting housing, and wrap-around services. The next two years were a variety of conversations but both Calgary and Alberta had announced their housing first models and the money seemed to be flowing. The discussions with the funders…
Merry and bright
Amid our Christmas shopping – almost done – we ran into WalMart, not my favourite place, to get a couple of things and this young lady was on the kettle. She is the epitome of enthusiasm when it comes to volunteers and Christmas. I asked if I might take her picture and she readily agreed…
Hybrid Thoughts 