Willie Hester’s story shows that even a homeless man with addiction problems can make a positive impact on the people around him. Speaking at an emotional re-opening ceremony for the drop-in day centre named for his late father on March […]
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Making it official – Willie’s Place celebrates re-opening after turbulent year
It’s actually been three months since Willie’s Place quietly re-opened its doors at a new location after a funding crunch closed it last year, but now Val-d’Or’s homeless drop-in centre is ready to make it official. “There’s going to be […]
Anti-poverty projects take shape and Provincial funding begins to flow following Val-d’Or crisis
Quebec Premier Philippe Couillard is quickly making good on his promise to fund projects in Val-d’Or in the wake of the crisis sparked by allegations of abuse by marginalized Native women against Surêté du Québec officers in the northern city. […]
CREECO’s annual golf tournament raises funds for Willie’s Place
While periodic rain throughout the day may have made the greens a bit slower, CREECO’s annual golf classic bested its goal in a benefit for Willie’s Place, the day centre for the homeless in Val-d’Or. According to CREECO President Jack […]