There are several types of animals in the city of Ottawa: pets, rural animals and wildlife. Understanding how to live peacefully with all types of animals—and how to deal with problems—will help keep you, your family and your neighbourhood feeling safe.
Armand Kayolo is a man known for listening with his ears, his eyes and his heart. It’s a quality that has earned him the respect and admiration of the people he has worked with since taking on his role in 2003. In a place like Overbrook, that’s no simple task. The low-income neighbourhood he serves has its share of challenges, including poverty, mental health issues, the sex trade, drugs, intimidation and violence.
When Armand first arrived, he saw people who did not know one another and did not trust one another, including the police. The Donald Street community housing complex was home to far too many problems. Residents lived in fear, and often in isolation. There were other barriers too. New Canadians and other vulnerable groups were frequently unwilling or unable to ask for help.
