Many of us first learned of Halifax Mutual Aid (HMA) last winter when they built and placed temporary shelters for the homeless on Municipal Property. They were also vocal about how they felt all levels of government, including Halifax Regional Municipality, failed to act to help people in a desparate situation. Last Wednesday, August 18th, a confrontation happened between supporters of the people living in tents and shelters and Halifax Regional Police. I sat down with a HMA spokesperson to find out more about the group and their role in the Spring Garden Road protest.
