I live near Chinatown and I see homeless men and women and people affected by addictions on a daily basis. Disturbing yes. A concern for safety yes. But this situation exists as a result of choices that we have made — or at least passively let happen. Read MoreThe Ottawa Citizen’s letters to the editor: Saturday, April 11, 2026. Opinion, Letters I live near Chinatown and I see homeless men and women and people affected by addictions on a daily basis. Disturbing yes. A concern for safety yes. But this situation exists as a result of choices that we have made — or at least passively let happen. Read More