Responses to Extreme Heat Events
As part of Abbotsford’s response to Extreme Heat Event, CEDAR Outreach is working to address these risks and gaps in service.
CEDAR’s newest Peer Support Worker, Roy
Roy Barry has been a Peer Support Worker for the last 15 years. He estimates that he’s administered Naloxone to over 500 people over the course of his work as a Peer Support Worker.
When temperatures rise
Help CEDAR outreach workers reach those in our community who need help escaping the heat and accessing life-saving supplies.
Archway’s fight for food justice
“Food is a human right so we want to make sure everyone has access to what they need,” said Vicki Lin, Food Justice Program Coordinator.
The Food Justice program meets people where they are at and tries to identify ways we can make access to healthy, culturally appropriate food more accessible.
Joe Streber, Rest in peace
A valuable member of our CEDAR Outreach team died November 11, 2022.
Thank you I-Belong Community Programs for donating 80 winter care packages!
One woman’s goal of creating 1500 winter care packages to those in need, and how you can get involved!
Advocating for clients in a community that says “not-in-my-backyard.”
From practicum student to Outreach Worker, how one CEDAR staff member makes a difference to the most vulnerable in our community.
The importance of peer workers
Providing support as someone who has been in their shoes before.
Filling in gaps and advocating for high-risk populations
One outreach workers inspiration and experience
Donations needed to winterize camps
Staying dry and warm during extreme weather conditions