
ALT People experiencing homelessness face a wide range of stereotypes and stigma that do not always reflect reality. Do not assume the person: has somewhere safe to go: nobody chooses to live without shelter, unless their other options seem even less safe to them. is dangerous: people experiencing homelessness are far more likely to be victims of violence than to perpetrate it. is intoxicated: behaviour you might identify as intoxication could be a symptom of a physical or mental health crisis. If a person is in danger due to a medical or safety crisis, call 911. Do not call 911 unless it is an emergency. If the person is awake, say hi. Ask if they need anything. Let them know if you can call outreach workers to pay a visit. Call Main Street Project’s Outreach team to do a wellbeing check: 204-232-5217 Giving things like food, water, socks or money is OK if you feel comfortable and the person accepts an offer. Inviting the person to your home (as with any stranger) is discouraged

































