Who is responsible?

There is always much debate about who is responsible for a community and its citizens.  Many people believe that the government, ie. the Provincial government, should pay to take care of every need for every citizen but this is, in my opinion, unrealistic.  The needs of every community are different and determining what needs are to be met takes a great deal of time and money before any help actually reaches those who need it.

Sanctuary has always been apolitical.  It was founded on the belief that community should take care of community.  We are all responsible for those members of our community who are vulnerable.  It is up to us to support the organizations which we feel bring a long lasting benefit to the community.  There are so many organizations in our community doing great work with children, youth and the disadvantaged, they need the support of the citizens of Trail.  Find out who is helping in your community, look at their financial statements, see where the money is going and see if it is an organization you can support either with time or money.