Winter obviously presents all kinds of dangers and challenges for Edmontonains who are homeless. Hope Mission tells us what the top 5 are:

1. Frostbite

2. Illness associated with cold weather

3. Hypothermia, or even death, from prolonged exposure

4. Depression

5. Loneliness

Read more of Hope Mission's article on the perils of winter here. 

All of Edmonton's agencies are taking donations of gently used winter clothing - and are looking for help in providing hot meals for people who are homeless.