CBC has done a feature on Douglas MacLellan’s upcoming book The Mission. It’s a collection of photographs and stories about Windsor’s homeless, documenting their lives and how they ended up where they are today. Be sure to grab your copy at your favourite indie bookstore!
Racquele and Kat in Kat’s office, the front reception area for Downtown Mission, Windsor, 2020.
Tammy, a harm reduction volunteer, asks everyone entering the dining room a series of COVID-19 symptoms questions. Downtown Mission, Windsor, 2020.
“You’re not better than me, you just have it better than me,” says Daniel about people who look down on the mission’s guests. Downtown Mission courtyard, Victoria Avenue gate, Windsor, 2020.
Jesse, city parking lot side of the Downtown Mission, Windsor, 2020.
“We are the eyes, ears, and arms of Jesus,” says Leo. Downtown Mission courtyard, Pelissier Street gate entrance, Windsor, 2020.