One Regina Man’s Mission to Help the Homeless

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Homelessness and addiction are ongoing problems in the province, but one man is doing what he can to help. Matthew Wesley, a Regina man who helps vulnerable people, delivers food, supplies, or simply offers his time for a chat with people experiencing homelessness to let them know that they aren't alone. He joins us now to talk about why he does this work and what he wishes more people understood about those struggling.
24 Aug 1PM English Canada News Commentary

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