Homelessness Crisis in Fredericton

The Fredericton Homeless Shelter was established in 1983. Since then they have been committed to restoring human dignity to those experiencing homelessness.

Trash under the Westmorland Street bridge where some Frederictonians call home.

The Trail along the St. John river leading up to Fredericton’s infamous “tent city”.

Laundry hung out to dry along the walking trail.

The Lieutenant Governor’s backyard where the majority of Fredericton’s homeless population set up their homes for the winter.

All of their possessions are on display for anyone walking by.

Pots, pans and cans are thrown about for cooking, eating and recycling. Bottle deposit depots are how many homeless people make a living.

Clothes hung out, acting as a wall to block the view of pedestrians.

Fredericton’s tent city seems to get bigger and bigger every year.