Boots on the Ground
| Boots on the Ground | |
|---|---|
| Type | Nonprofit organization |
| Founded | 2019 |
Boots on the Ground is a volunteer community outreach group in North Bay.[1]
In Anishinabek News
- October 2020: The group works with the North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre to deliver food and supplies to people living on the streets. Members of the group provide blankets and care packages at night to individuals who may not use traditional services.[2]
- March 2023: Originally formed as North Bay Neighbourhood Watch to deter crime, the group rebranded as Boots on the Ground to focus on community outreach. The group provides peer-to-peer support, food and clothing assistance, and advocacy for the homeless population in North Bay. Boots on the Ground acts as a link between individuals experiencing mental health or addiction issues and available social programs.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Letter to the Editor: The need for more Boots on the Ground", Anishinabek News, 31 March 2023 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Proportional funding essential for homeless Indigenous people in North Bay", Anishinabek News, 23 October 2020 (archived copy; original article).