Hundreds walk for the homeless in KW tonight
Posted Feb 21, 2015 06:10:05 AM.
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Temperatures have reached record lows this week with many of us adding layers wherever we can.
Unfortunately, many in our community do not have the option to put an extra sweater on or go inside to escape the cold.
The Coldest Night of the Year Walk is taking place in 82 cities across Canada today – including Waterloo Region.
Scott Brush with Ray of Hope tells 570 News, the 2km, 5km and 10km routes on King Street helps participants walk in the shoes of the homeless.
“It gives people the ‘lived experience’ if you will, for only a couple of hours of what it feels like to be on the streets in a Canadian winter.”
Brush says they are hoping to raise $150,000 for their work with those experiencing poverty & homelessness in KW. It’s expected over 600 walkers will be participating.
This is Ray of Hope’s 5th year taking part in the walk.
