"Myths about Poverty Persist Throughout Canada," a report recently released by the Salvation Army finds that many Canadians have a troubling attitude toward poverty and the poor. The study is released in conjunction with the launch of the Dignity Project, a campaign designed to educate and inform the public about the challenges facing society's most vulnerable people.
The Salvation Army believes that human dignity is a fundamental right for all. For most, living without dignity is a remote concept. However, for too many Canadians, the necessities of life required for basic human dignity are out of reach. Poverty is often the root cause, leaving 3 million Canadians without access to everyday resources such as food, clothing and shelter.
March 1, 2011
