The University of Toronto alumni says she works at the grassroots level with young women to help encourage civic engagement. Both activists say that civic engagement needs to be introduced when people are young, especially for youth who don't necessarily have access, to learn how the city works. For Smith, transit isn't just an economical issue, it has the power to connect communities. Earlier this month, the second affordable housing lottery in Regent Park wrapped up, with thousands racing to win the jackpot. An advertisement posted on the side of 110 River Street for new affordable housing units, available through a one-month lottery process.

Source: CBC News October 06, 2018 15:56 UTC