ADVERTISEMENT Northern Ontario Watch Downtown Sudbury businesses aim to combat homelessness stigma Downtown Sudbury businesses aim to change perceptions of the area. Owners like Nickesha Simpson say stigma deters patrons, but advocates stress safety concerns are often overstated. A recent report lists 304 actively homeless, with 268 chronically so. Simpson's restaurant offers pay-it-forward meals, while the BIA praises local compassion as businesses hope efforts rebuild downtown vibrancy. Madison Marier has more.
Downtown Sudbury businesses aim to change perceptions of the area. Owners like Nickesha Simpson say stigma deters patrons, but advocates stress safety concerns are often overstated. A recent report lists 304 actively homeless, with 268 chronically so. Simpson's restaurant offers pay-it-forward meals, while the BIA praises local compassion as businesses hope efforts rebuild downtown vibrancy. Madison Marier has more.
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