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Survival-Related Crimes Initiative |
The Elizabeth Fry Society recently released a surprising finding: on any given day, two to three women are incarcerated in the Calgary Remand Centre for failure to pay their fines. |
| Refuting Myths – The Truth About Poverty |
The Poverty Reduction Coalition recently unveiled our premiere Myths brochure, the first piece in a new and exciting series of informational tools. The Truth About Poverty is only available in hard copy and can be accessed by clicking here or calling 410-2573. |
Upcoming Municipal Election: |
As the municipal election approaches, some of you may be holding or attending forums for the candidates running for mayor. We encourage you to include these questions in your conversations with the candidates. |
Three Notable Publications |
The Poverty Reduction Coalition has compiled three notable publications related to Poverty in Calgary. |
UPCOMING MUNICIPAL ELECTION:
QUESTIONS FOR MAYORAL CANDIDATES
As the municipal election approaches, some of you may be holding or attending forums for the candidates running for mayor. We encourage you to include the questions below in your conversations with the candidates.
- What do you think should be done to increase affordable housing in Calgary? What specific actions are necessary?
- What is your position on using secondary suites in Calgary communities as a tool to advance affordable housing?
- Approximately 15% of Calgary’s children in 2004 were living in low-income households. What actions would you take to address this issue? Would you support a Mayor’s Task Force on Child Poverty?
- How would you ensure the Aboriginal perspective is included in City planning and actions in addressing issues of homelessness and poverty?
- What actions will you take to ensure the continuance of the low-income transit pass?