Canadian soprano, conductor Barbara Hannigan among recipients of Polar Prize

In Ottawa, thousands of people rely on what are called "front-line" services every day — whether it’s a health clinic, a food bank or crisis support. Yet too often, these services are not coordinated, leaving people to navigate complex systems on their own. The reality is that housing, health and social support are deeply connected, and when they work together, the impact is transformative: people get help they need faster, with fewer barriers. Read More