Lack of compassion or loss of faith? Some Winnipeggers becoming apathetic to homelessness

An online survey conducted by Abacus Data for CBC News ahead of the 2026 municipal election suggests a majority of Winnipeggers are losing compassion for people experiencing homelessness or openly using drugs. This comes as End Homelessness says the number of unhoused people in the city is climbing. So, what is needed to fill the empathy gap and get more people caring? We’ll explore that today on the podcast.