How an Indigenous man froze to death in a Montreal outdoor bathroom

Raphaël "Napa" André survived on the streets relatively well for years until the pandemic hit and his care network was cast into upheaval.

On the last day of his life, 51-year-old Raphaël "Napa" André visited the Open Door shelter in downtown Montreal for a meal and a shower. He had had a rough morning and so was appreciative of the kindness received. He gave a warm thank you to one of the workers. Another gave him a sleeping bag and a heating pad and wished him well. Read More