Thread by @BoyleStreet

Bob Frohlich is our tireless and empathetic ID Services Coordinator, and his work is often integral to helping our clients break the cycle of poverty. This is just one of his stories that we wanted to share with you today: (Thread)
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"Charlie (name changed) had just arrived in Edmonton from northern Alberta. He stood in front of me with all his belongings (a back pack). His long black braids told me of the pride he carries as an Indigenous man.
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"He had worked in the oilfield industry for most of his life but due to changing circumstances, he was homeless, had no income, and lacked ID. Charlie was eager to 'get back on the rigs,' but he needed some help. His dream is to one day to have a 'nice' place of his own.
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"Within 3 weeks we were able to get his birth certificate and Photo ID. He was so overjoyed that he hugged me right in the Registry. He is now upgrading his workplace certificates so he can get rehired with his former employer. He comes in weekly to 'check-in' with me.
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"When I tell him that he is a good man, he tears up. It is obvious that he has not heard these words in his life often. He now has a sparkle in his eyes and continues to gain confidence."
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ID Services is just one of the many initiatives you can help support - and hear more stories like this - when you get involved: boylestreet.org/getinvolved

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