"I can't wait to start this new journey," Renaud told CBC News. Standing at a window in her new apartment, Renaud looks out at a broken down house. WATCH| This Toronto woman finally has a place to call home after years on the streets:This Toronto woman finally has a place to call home, after years of living on the streets CBC News Toronto 2:53 The pandemic has heightened homelessness in Toronto for some, but others have been able to find permanent housing. Lorenda Reddekopp has the story of one woman who recently moved into her own place after years of living on the streets. "The last couple years [I lost] friends and stuff — a lot of homeless people, overdoses and just violence on the streets," Renaud said.

Source: CBC News May 04, 2021 21:18 UTC