5 Days for the Homeless

5 Days for the Homeless is a campaign that was started at the University of Alberta in 2005. Since then, the campaign has spread nationwide with the mission being to generate awareness about homelessness and raise funds for local charities. During this event, student participants forgo their basic necessities for five days, in hopes of stimulating conversations about homelessness. Since its inception, this movement has expanded to a national campaign with 19 other universities throughout Canada. The Hill BSS (and the University of Regina) have been part of the campaign since 2010.

Carmichael Outreach, a non-profit organization in Regina, is the BSS charity partner for the campaign. They offer emergency services and long-term support with a goal to end the chronic experiences of poverty and homelessness in our city. Carmichael focuses on strong community values including respect, dignity and empowerment.

This year’s campaign runs from February to March with our 5 Days sleepers participating during the week of February 26th - March 1st. This years fundraising goal of $30,000! Donation tables will be set up around campus all week and we will be accepting cash, card, and e-transfer. 

The BSS will be hosting an event each day of the campaign at various venues with the proceeds supporting Carmichael Outreach. All university and community members are welcome to support and attend.
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Questions? Reach out to Alecia MacDougall at hillvpacademic@gmail.com.