Question 1:  Age of Respondent

13-17
26

18-24
118

25-34
181

35-44
194

45-54
188

55-64
125

65-74
63

75/older
52

Refused
10

Question 2:  Gender of Respondent

Male
458

Female
494

Not Recorded
4

Questions 3/4:   How many people live in your household, including yourself? Are there any children under age 18 years living in your household?

Number of Households Responding to Survey

752

Number of People in Responding Households

2007

Number of Adults in Responding Households (18 and older)

1418

Number of Children in Responding Households

589

Number of Responding Households with Children

235

2.67

2.5

Question 5/6:  Age & Number of Children Under 18 in Household

Boys

Girls

0-3
yrs
59

4-5
yrs
58

6-10
yrs
101

11-13
yrs
66

14-17
yrs
88

0-3
yrs
95

4-5
yrs
54

6-10
yrs
83

11-13
yrs
69

14-17
yrs
87

Question 7:  Number of Respondents Raising Grandchildren: 

32

 Question 8:    What do you like about your neighbourhood?     top         

Nice/Quiet Neighbourhood

170

Nice/Friendly People

165

Good Neighbours

121

Scenic Beauty/Riverside

92

Everything/Non-Specific Reason

83

Central Location/Close to Everything

78

Strong Sense of Community

61

Close to Downtown

61

Trees/Parks/Green Spaces

61

Good Bus Service

46

Community Working to Improve

46

Living is Affordable/Low Cost Housing

43

Stores Close By

38

Character Houses

37

Character/History of Area

36

Family/Friends Here

26

Ethnic/Social/Cultural Diversity

26

Feeling of Safety

25

My Home/Yard/Garden

23

Convenient Clinics/Pharmacies

21

Schools Close By

21

Well-Kept Streets/Homes

20

Norquay School

19

Family Oriented

17

Resources/Businesses

14

Norquay Community Centre

13

North Point Douglas Women’s Centre

12

Little/No Crime

12

Low Taxes

12

Great Potential

11

Community Events & Kids’ Activities

8

Metro Meats

8

Police Presence

8

Strong Residents Committee

7

Churches

6

Nice Kids/Children Playing

5

Splash Park at Community Centre

5

Norquay Boys & Girls Club

4

Community Clean-up

4

Hotels

4

Lots of Young People

3

Mount Carmel Clinic

3

Increase in Home Ownership/Improvements

3

Artistic Community

2

Eagle Wing Early Education Centre (Daycare)

2

Large Aboriginal Population

2

California Fruit Market

2

Graffiti Art Gallery

2

P.D. $ Store

2

Security Cameras on Houses

2

Food Banks

2

Good Restaurants

1

Alliance Boxing Club

1

Don’t Know/No Response

149

Select Comments of Respondents:

Question 9:     What are your concerns about your neighbourhood?             top

The response categories shown below are in the words of the respondents. Rather than lump all drug/alcohol/solvent abuse responses into one category, that of substance abuse, it was decided to use the words of the respondents as they expressed their specific concerns. For example, crack might be more of an issue in one area of the community but solvent abuse may be more prevalent in another area. Detailed information of this nature will help to identify the problem and its specific area.

Question 10:   How do you feel about your neighbourhood now, compared to a year ago, and why do you feel that way? 

Much More Positive

92

Somewhat More Positive

282

No Change

218

Somewhat More Negative

80

Much More Negative

24

Don't Know/ No Response/ Unclear Response

153

Haven't Lived Here a Year

112

Select Comments of Respondents:

Note:   Since this question was asked, in early 2008, North Point Douglas has experienced a 70% drop in crime, thanks to the work of the Residents Committee, the Point Power Line, the police, Manitoba Justice and the residents of the community.
 

I am feeling much more hopeful than a year ago.  We are finally getting people pulling together for the same cause.

it’s not as bad as it used to be cuz they’ve cleaned out a lot crackhouses and stuff in point Douglas

It's getting better. The people are coming together and forcing bad people away.

Much safer to walk in area and enjoy surroundings as criminal element seems to be much less,  no drug dealing or gangs at present time hanging on our corner accosting people walking on sidewalk 

I'm happy I wasn't here a year ago but I was here 5 years ago and it is much better and I've gotten to know a few more people and just happy to make my presence felt by walking around all the time. Nice seeing kids tossing snow balls around at each other. :) The prostitution really stinks though.

I feel the same as last year. The violence is just as bad as ever.

It has cleaned up quite a bit except for the boarded-up houses

From a year ago, it's gotten better for sure

I feel that it is cleaner and friendlier than last year. The houses have been painted and worked on and when you walk down the street, people are happy to say "hello".

I'm more comfortable with the neighborhood and protective of it both in terms of keeping it nice, e.g. picking up litter, broken bottles and also in the reputation through the city of this area.

The streets have cleaned up and the dealers are not standing on the corners

I feel the neighbourhood has improved a lot . More home owners are cleaning up their property.

I feel the same, other than the police finally had to get involved w/crack houses because the Point put it in their face, the problem is still here just not standing in the middle of the street.

lots of good news, cooperation among agencies

I have seen the difference a year can make when the people of the community stand up and fight back

I'm happy for the improved safety & increased numbers of people attending residential meetings. Involvement of more people  to take responsibility for their neighbourhood; improved relationships with our police.

I feel were making a step in the right direction, we need to continue making the right decisions in order to keep improving the environment around us

the neighbourhood is trying to solve the drug/crime/gang issues, it's just that there seems to be a lot of children aged 5-9 on the street well after 10pm walking around in groups they could be the ones setting fires to the garbage bins

There have been some improvements. Improved response to abandoned vehicles, significantly less apparent street prostitution, drug trafficking. There seems to be better park and road maintenance.

now is way better than a year ago, there was always fighting and we were scared for our kids.

well, lots of projects are coming up and excitement and renewal of spirit are encouraging.

Terrible. The problem being the crooks are smarter than the police and resorting to doing business dealing drugs etc. going in people's back yards so they are not seen.

I have only lived here for 8 months and I am unsure because the area has a bad rep, but I can see the improvement the community is making and I am happy to see that.

A bit more secure. Last year our tires were slashed and kids trespassed a lot, but none of that has happened this year.

Better to a degree. Not as much sex trade workers and sniffers in the park. I'm still very concerned about the high crime rate, especially as I am in a very vulnerable location. Other major concerns are what will happen re Sharon Home + impact of the river trail on me

I think this is a good time to live here because of the hard work that so many people and organizations are doing to make life here better.

I think that there has been a positive development in the neighborhood. We have done a great deal. The residents association is strong and vibrant when it comes to crime, however things seem more intense. Criminals are more desperate and criminal actions are more serious than ever. E.g.. gun violence and serious assaults. I feel safe because I'm a guy.

Better. The way the whole crackdown on crack has done a lot of good. Mr. Burrows has gotten a lot accomplished with his commitment.

I get the sense of change being in the air. Not much past that. I feel as though it is being neglected by many sectors that can make visible change

I feel so much better now than I did a year ago. I had drug dealers living across the street from me and I can count on one hand how many good sleeps I had during the summer months. When the drug dealers were evicted, my street went back to being quiet again. No more loud parties. Broken beer bottles, stabbings and  other gang related assaults. I was finally able to sleep throughout the entire night without being disturbed

It seems more people walk around happier and prouder. I've grown much more attached and excited about it.

Less gang and drug activity. Seeing first hand the changes that have been made.

I love the area as much now as I did before. Reading in the media the positive turn around and great work being done by others in the community to help make this a more safe and loveable community.

it seems it got worse as the prices went up; people can't afford so they steal

positive I am excited by the renewed energy I feel emerging in the residents (ie.residents committee)

not very safe, because I have gone to buy beers and the natives have made racist remarks like "INDIAN TERRITORY" not the first time

Much safer to walk in area and enjoy surroundings as criminal element seems to be much less,  no drug dealing or gangs at present time hanging on our corner accosting people walking on sidewalk 

I am feeling much more hopeful than a year ago.  We are finally getting people pulling together for the same cause.

Question 11:   Do you feel safe walking the streets in your neighbourhood?         top

Yes  
501

No 
326

Only in Daytime    
94

Don’t Know/No Response   
34

If No, what makes you feel unsafe/What would make you feel safer? 

no - need Community police, deal with transients, more community watches.

no-clean up the drugs, dealers and flop houses in this area, start a block parent program in the neighborhood and a neighborhood watch. Make it safe for people to come forward

no - loose dogs, I was trapped in my car once until they were gone

no-all the gangs and break ins

no/ too many young teenagers that walk around drunk.

I'm afraid someone will attack me, they took my beer away from me already, a bunch of teens.

Groups of young kids seem to travel in packs late at night and early morning drug dealing.

No. Fast through traffic on Grove and Hallet from freeway. Shops and stores closed early, not enough positive community activity, except during the day. Arson in general and autobin fires are a greater concern than walking streets.

drugs, unsupervised children, and abandoned houses

no, North main underpass, suggestion: reopen pedestrian tunnel, Maple to Higgins via CN station, campus safe walk, program with Neeganan to supply security for safe access to the neighborhood.

no-drunks, sniffers, and crackheads, not enough lighting at night

No. I just don't like walking by myself at night.

no-the streets are not well lit

No, at night, the unleashed dogs continue. Get a sports league for adults.

no, I wouldn't let my kids walk around the area. I feel that cops should be on the '' beat''

no-having to go outside and being approached on every block by people asking for cigarettes, money etc. if not you risk being shot, stabbed or beat up.

yes and no. The house on Sutherland. Tear down abandoned houses and buildings. They are so past due. Like the city bylaw says. Not just board it up.

No. Been attacked along with my son by older kids.

No. People staggering drunk a lot of pushing and shoving between the large groups of people that are walking

No. Crime, gangsters, too many jerks with nothing to do.

no, we were chased by young teens during the day time.

yes. I feel safe going for a walk with my husband, not by myself

Sometimes. Aggressive drug dealing men hanging across the street

no - many unsavory characters hanging around in the park, gangs of teens etc.,  large Dogs are loose in the parks. Lots of intoxicated people, fear of assault or robbery. I do not feel safe in my own yard, let alone out on the street.

no. More lighting at night and police doing their jobs

no. If it's late, just fear of being mugged. Stray dogs, needles and dirty condoms. My kids play in the park and go to school here.

no. there are all sorts of unknown people who come and go for various negative reasons. Lots of anger

no, poor lighting on George Ave. sniffers and drunks

no, with the finding of needles and dirty condoms laying on the ground. I usually go for a ride into a cleaner area when I go for family walks. I never let my kids go outside unattended and that’s really sad

No. Get rid of the drug dealers, encourage home ownership, crackdown on illegal rooming houses, tear down those old derelict houses where slum landlords fail to upkeep their properties. Have the City of Winnipeg enforce their own bylaws with respect to condition of properties and its overall cleanliness. We have to get back to the old days -----where people worked hard, took care of their properties and respected one another--easier said than done. Point Douglas is such a small community and yet we attract a large criminal element. Get rid of the criminal element and our streets will once again be safe to walk down.

no-people sleeping along the water front and are sometimes hostile when I'm walking my dog

no-I feel rather safe during the night but not after dark as you always have to be on the watch to not be attacked. But this is NOT only this neighbourhood.

no-my kids have been maced, and threatened

yes-no/ crack heads trying to rob me. Females hating me because I do good and care for my kids and can take care of myself. Perverts who think I'm a whore, trying to pick me up when I'm with my kids, looking at my 9 yr old daughter, the haters, miserable people

Yes, BUT... it’s all a matter of degrees. I feel safer Downtown and safer here than on Corydon (seriously I hate that strip)  But its a different feel. I'm more concerned about perceived safety when I'm our neighbourhood. I.E. The fact that multiple things make up your feelings of safety. In our neighbourhood I "feel" my safety threatened by things like filthy sidewalks and broken windows and derelict houses and the occasional drug dealer whereas in Corydon, my safety "feels" threatened by threats of gunfire, giant male egos wanting to start shit just to get a rep and "high end" crime.  It just makes me uncomfortable. In terms of actual safety I think things are pretty good.

Yes and No, I indicated both because it depends on the time of day. Definitely not at night. Also when I see 3 or 4 young men together, I wouldn't feel comfortable walking.

No, I did as of the past few months until last week, now back to being scared to step outside without cell phone in pocket ready to call for help at any time; due to hassles with seemingly unstable neighbors across street to front and side both, over our assisting to clean up neighborhood.

I feel safe during the day ,unsafe at night because most activities start as soon as it gets dark , bashing in the summer have woken me up, and I felt like I was in danger

I feel safe enough myself but I am 6ft2. I do know that my girlfriend doesn’t feel safe enough walking around.  I think feeling safe like that takes time, but I do think that if we have a walking/biking path along the river with some serious biking walking traffic connecting the redwood to the forks. It would make the neighborhood more attractive and "Green".   Also cutting off the car routes through the neighborhood keeps crime down. Just the fact that cars cannot pass through the basketball court at the Norquay community center has kept the sketchy activity to a minimum.  If it is awkward to drive around people are less likely to buy drugs from their cars. They feel trapped. I also believe that opportunities for the youth safe lives (their and others) The basketball nets and the boxing centre does more for crime prevention than do bars on windows and cameras. Also I think that the five or 6 hotels on main st should have their liquor licenses reviewed. What part of the welfare checks the owners don't get through rent, they get through the bar. They're receiving everything these people got without any real responsibility to the improvement of their lives or to the general communal health of Point D. I think that is inherently wrong.  they are the same as slum landlords. Especially if you consider the damage they do to the community.  Consider the albatross The Sherbrook is to a neighborhood like west broadway/wolsely.  One hotel keeps the housing prices down, crime up and for what? Here we have 6 of them and they are the first thing you see when you get here. You have to dodge their sad patronage as it spills across the street. I realize that people need to have somewhere to live and I do not wish to displace society's most vulnerable, but I think at this point in time the responsibility should be on those hotels to answer for themselves and their part in a new and improved Point Douglas.

No. My children do not go out to play, and did not want to join n "the fun" of setting garbage bins on fire or breaking windows.

No. They should have some people patrolling like they’ve proposed but not done. Police station should be open.

yes/no - sometimes when there's a gang of kids hanging around the streets and Joe Zuken Park

I don't think anything can be done to make me feel safer. It's not the people in my neighbourhood that worry me, but the people coming in off Main street.

Question 12:   What sort of businesses and services would you like to see in your neighbourhood?
614 respondents gave specific business suggestions, most suggesting more than one.            top

Question 12:   What sort of businesses and services would you like to see in your neighbourhood?
614 respondents gave specific business suggestions, many suggesting more than one.            top

Question 13:   North and South Point Douglas were once one community, until they were divided by the railroad tracks. How do you feel about the idea of North and South Point Douglas being connected again?           top

In Favour

Against

Don’t Know/No Response

North Point Douglas

414

North Point Douglas

64

North Point Douglas

404

South Point Douglas

40

South Point Douglas

8

South Point Douglas

20

Total In Favour

454

Total Against

72

Total DK/No Response

424

Select Comments of Respondents:

Question 14:   What do you think of the work your Residents Committee is doing?   top

Not very aware of their work

Not at all aware of their work

Very positive opinion

Positive opinion

Neutral opinion

Negative opinion

Very negative opinion

Don’t know/no response

Select Comments of Respondents:
 

I don't know anything about it, I went down to the rally they had about drugs.

I think they are doing great things particularly in the way of shutting down crack houses, slum lords and creating a caring community

I think it’s great it spurred me to get involved, I felt left out. I would like to be helpful and do things if they need to be done, things moved, shipped hammered, that type of thing, anything you need for the office

Didn't know about it until this survey

Yes, I love it and I know all staff are doing a very good job. Thank you.

The effort is commendable, more First Nations, which is majority, could be represented

I think it's really good. They're making a real difference. They're getting more people involved. Helping to change the image of this community to the rest of the city.

What work have they done? And who is the committee?

I think its great. I appreciate the grants, helps me out a lot. Because of them my wheelchair ramp was built and now my landlord will be fixing my fence. Thank you.

It is energetic and hopeful, but as always very political. I hope their work continues and that it encourages a diverse, mixed-income and lifestyles neighborhood that is increasingly more welcoming. They’re making good steps that way.

They're not doing a good job because there is a lot of drugs around. They're lazy. They just talk and do nothing.

Good. They are trying to keep the community clean. KEEP UP THE WORK.

seen on TV. good job

I like all the extra attention to the community to make it a safe and clean place to live.

I'm sorry but I don't actually know what my residents committee is doing.

I don't like the fact that they got rid of the phone on grove and Euclid, they focus too much on low incomes and helping their own friends

I believe they're doing a good job, hope it continues and the momentum will continue; that leadership won't get burned out by taking on too much too fast.

I'm happy to see the positive effect the PDRC is having on community spirit. The forward momentum is encouraging.

They do an excellent job; if they only had more resources and help from the residents.

I didn’t even know we had a residents committee

great to see people very involved

I want to cheer… and then join them!

Good, could use more cooperation from city of Winnipeg building inspectors and other city departments. Thank you, police response time is improving.

on my street I have never been contacted

Great! the concerts, the clean up

For cleaning up wise, they are doing a good job and I don't want it to stop.

Impressive. I am concerned about burn out and starting so many things that inevitably they won't be done

Too short range. Watch out for fly by night actions, read Jane Jacobs; need to work on job creation, need for more English as an additional language

I would be interested in information on the residents committee

I think they are doing a good job. I think that the community needs to do the same thing and start standing up to criminals.

Other than the monthly newsletter they put out, I really don't know anything about them.

Great -- my daughter and I plan to go to the garbage clean up

In the past year the neighborhood seems to have less drug addicts walking around

I like these surveys and met this lady when I was going around inspecting yards. We should be proud of where we live and we should be taking care of our property.

I think the people need to get more involved

I think the PDRC is doing wonderful work with shutting down the crack houses and putting pressure on the negligent Landlords. They have allowed us to stay ahead of our problems and around the corner to a greater stabilized quality of life for everyone

Outstanding.  I feel it was a great coup d'etat to go after the slum landlords for their complicity in the drug trade.  I feel that the residents committee is doing the right thing when they follow the money- expose those who profit from poverty and demand responsibility from them. I think this same thinking should always be applied when it comes to city planning and those hotels on main street.  People before profit!  I glow with pride when I hear them on CBC.

I am very impressed with the work your committee has done over the last few years. Three years ago I was prepared to leave this area once and for all. But my heart said otherwise. At the same time, I noticed the many positive changes happening in the community

It's trying its best. They had a summer in the park event. They should have more. They had a "Light your neighbourhood" campaign and brought better lighting to some houses.

excellent- smart president (Sel)

very good but a little too much focus on chairman

Excellent job. I see some changes as I walk through the neighbourhood. I read of the successes in the newspaper. People are learning about one another and trying to help.

making a difference on my street

This survey is my first exposure

Mixed review; not representative of community

It's spearheading huge changes--however, the way of working seems quite top-down, managerial

I think the Committee has accomplished much over the many years as a volunteer organization. I am very pleased with the amount of energy and creativity that Sel has brought to the committee.

As part of it, I'm thrilled with the progress that has been made and the teamwork in doing so.

I think that it's awesome! I also absolutely LOVE The Point. I have utilized many bits of information that I have read in our wonderful community paper.

I’m not sure what they've done lately. They do our garbage cleanup, right?

Question 15:   Have you been to a Residents Committee meeting in the past year?

Yes
106

No
800

No Response    
46

If Not, why not? 

Not aware of organization/meetings

229

Work/scheduling issues

134

Health issues

18

Child care issues

14

Safety concerns

3

Transportation issues

1

Select Comments of Residents

no, always forget when they are. More information about time and dates of meetings.

No, jobs, kids, so much to do, so little time. I would like to become more involved, though.

Not actually sure where the meeting is located, and really pretty much keep to myself. I wouldn't mind to share what would help our community. I might attend a meeting if I can find when the next one is.

No. Unable to go due to health issues

No, don't really know why, never really thought about it

No, didn't know South Point could be involved.

No, I'm very busy at the community centre, it takes up a lot of my time.

no, evening, no way to get there

I didn't know we had one

no - don't know how to be on a residents committee, don't know who to talk to about it

No. I don’t really know much about it ,I have  just started  getting  to know what its about, but would like to go to one.

No, because people can't be civil to one another.

no. We never have any information on where, when, date, and time.

no, I'm South Point Douglas

no, not sure when the meetings are. I feel there is a lack of community communication

no, don’t have a sitter and never know when it is

No. I tend to miss them just because I am too busy or I will hear about them after the fact. If there was an email listing I would definitely sign up for that.

No. I reached a point where I was down on the area and didn't believe it would get better. I didn't have faith in previous committee members and didn't like the politics .My attitude has changed in recent times and I once again want to be part of the community and perhaps attend resident committee meetings on a regular basis.

no-I was sad I don’t go anywhere with out my family's permission. It's not good that way. Now I am happy I am doing this survey

no-too many other things to do, plus do not get involved in political issues or what could become political issues

no, I don't know when meetings are and I would be willing to go

Question 16:   Following are some of the issues the Residents Committee is working on. Please rank in order of importance.

Values for this question were on a scale of 1 to 4 with 1 being the most important issue and 4 being the least important issue. The assigned scores were added for each category and the results were as follows.

Most Important

Crime

2^nd Most Important

Housing

3^rd Most Important

Jobs

4^th Most Important

Recreation

Question 17:   What other issues would you like to see the Residents Committee work on?

Question 18:   What do you think about security cameras being installed in your neighbourhood?    top

Total In Favour
726

Total Against
133

Total DK/No Response
96

Select Comments of Respondents: 

I like the idea, the next door neighbour was actually in the paper about it. Is it going to be just government cameras or will there be deals for residents? If I can get a deal on cameras, I’ll get them for my house

I love them and the safety resulting from them....both in the situations where criminal events are taking place and just for the average person walking to and from the bus stop/women's center/schools, so if something does happen: 1.  the individuals involved can be identified and 2.  criminals tend to avoid areas where they are being watched for most part  so makes it safer for citizens going about their daily business 

Realize that they have benefits and if not a deterrent to crime, they help identify those who commit crimes. I guess if they protect one person from getting beaten up, they are worth it, but personally, I get tired of being observed or observing and I think we need to be careful, re: individual freedom.

we have them on our property- they do help the police solve crime

I think it would be beneficial and a big step in ridding our community of crime

Good. you feel safe during the night cause you will know if somebody walk to your property

it is good if somebody was watching them, to help stop the crime not just record.

sure maybe we would know who stole my van, or my double stroller off my porch

as long as it is only the streets not the houses being monitored… too invasive

Bad idea. Address cause of crime and target criminals, and the need for cameras would go away

I  love the idea---at the moment I am considering installing  cameras on my property to help discourage crime on my street and in the area.

I am on the fence, in general I do not like the idea of civil liberties and privacy rights to be diminished, however if they are used to fight gangs and drug crime I am all for it.

great. If you’re not doing nothing wrong you shouldn’t have to worry about your picture being taken.

I would love it. I have suggested this to the city rep re the river trail, this will not be lit + I can foresee drug deals, prostitution, drinking parties etc going on behind my property at night, surveillance cameras would really help

yes I would agree 100%. I always decorate my yard and kids come and steal things

disturbing, it's bringing an even worse reputation for the neighborhood and the people in it

I think it's pointless cuz why watch crime happening, they should be acting on it.

A great idea. Criminals and johns could be caught on camera

Yes, yes, yes-all of it. Our own premises are going to have cameras in the front, side and back of our home in the near future.

Very important. Could be monitored by volunteers in the 'hood, in shifts, in central location.

I think that is gonna piss off a lot of people. I think it may have pro's & con's but if that’s what it takes to clean this neighborhood up, I'm down

I think it's a good idea, but all it's gonna do is people are going to bust them, how would you secure them?

great idea especially when it is on the news as a positive safety feature

Bad idea. Address cause of crime and target criminals, and the need for cameras would go away

Question 19:   Do you feel the Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal communities here are divided?  If yes, what do you think can be done to change that?      

Yes
248

No
591

Somewhat
4

Don’t know/No response
109

Select Comments of Respondents: 

Yes. How about a grannies' group where the elders of all ethnic groups try to get together for tea and bannock and see if we can get our grandkids playing together

No, all my neighbours are aboriginal and I’m white and we get along just fine

Yes. It will take awareness and willingness to make changes on BOTH sides, not just the non-aboriginals only

Yes, not too much can be done as the two groups for the most part want to or are trying to keep it divided.

Yes, not sure what can be done to change that. Hopefully, with capacity-building and living together respectfully, trust will grow. There's some racism for sure, and many in the area live in dysfunctional ways, regardless of ethnic origin or race.

Sort of; could have more community feasts, sharing circles, hire an aboriginal liaison person.

No but there is some racism; whites need more sweat lodges (Thunderbird House could run them Mon-Fri)

Being aboriginal myself I feel there is nothing that we can do as a community. Each individual person has to get their own worth and stop depending on the system to look after them; too much welfare which in turn  leads to dependency and what I see a lot is drinking.

I think any separation that exists is largely economic; poor/not poor

Yes-let aboriginal people access the jobs: Women's Centre, Residents Committee, etc.

Yes- racism/ aboriginals not wanting to see white people in the neighbourhood

Yes- I'm not sure, the children are being taught by their parents to be racist and degrading to non-natives

Joint ventures (e.g. business, entertainment and cultural events, shared food! Employment and training programs and job placements.

Yes - because of the way my non-aboriginal neighbours don't talk to me

Here I feel that much less than in most communities through out the city.  But the big thing would be aboriginal home ownership. I know there are programs to help Aboriginal people own houses, and that it is not easy to implement  but I think that is what needs to happen

No, I say this because I talk to my neighbors, but possibly on other streets. Older generations of non aboriginals may divide the community

Yes. I think the aboriginal community is too identified in our neighborhood. I think there is too much focus placed on aboriginal needs. What about the needs of other cultures? Treat everyone as an equal even at the community centre.

Yes. I grew up here. I got tired of proving myself. I got tired of good citizens trying to spoil my good name. The stress was unbearable. These people are set in their ways. Comments are made such as all natives are losers etc..

Yes- they are always divided, outreach, do smudges before meetings, not every "whitey" at meetings knows or is taught the aboriginal culture, it's important to teach their culture

Yes. Learn from the younger children, they don't see color, race, or religion. It is taught to them as they grow.

I don't really see it from my perspective. I'd love for more involvement by aboriginal people in our community.

Yes - Observation, some families don't feel like they have an opportunity to get involved in community, lack of volunteer opportunities

I don't, but Canada & most of its citizens protect it naturally- when you have a dual base system you get them-us easily. Again the tracks divide-we have such an Aboriginal Centre but it’s cut off via rail. We have such great garden space-we need POW WOW to happen.

Yes. As before, more interaction. I think Aboriginal people have so much to offer. But need to be included in speaking personal ways before they will raise their voices. Very good book: "In their own voice" by Jim Silver

Yes. There is an aboriginal community, and that's it. It's nice to receive invitations to pancake breakfasts, etc from aboriginal training centres, etc. but non-aboriginals wouldn't feel right about going to such events. Since we wouldn't be eligible to apply for any services, we're not going to mooch a meal. We can expand this by introducing other cultures. Rather like Folkorama (but free or little fee.) Emphasis should be on teaching one another their cultural backgrounds with a fun attitude! I could go on & on.

I think there is a lot of ignorance on both sides we need to create opportunity for both sides to get to know each other. We need to help, working to solve some problems that the Aboriginal community has. Work with them.

Yes and no. There's a certain extent of division between the two. On the one hand there are neighbours who are simply good neighbours and then there are neighbours who fulfill every stereotype that's out there. Crack dealing welfare mothers with ties to the Manitoba warriors and children in and out of jail, sniffing, and abusive spouses. Kids having kids, with cops at their door every week. But is this an aboriginal divide or poverty problem where people make poor choices? I don't know. What can be done to help aside from creating opportunities for education to make better life style choices, I don't know. It's still up to the individual which path they want to follow in life. Perhaps having a presence of elders in the neighbourhood would help, or healing circles open to all, aboriginal and non-aboriginal, would create a better sense of understanding and community.

Yes. Aboriginals pretty much stick to themselves due to security. White folks might be threatened by aboriginals due to stereotypical imprint set out towards their beliefs.

Yes. People see this committee as an example; a non-aboriginal committee, how do you get them involved, this is just one of the examples.

No, I think they are blending and I hate that. I think you should stick to your own kind, love-wise.

Yes. Get rid of the racist white people. Educate the community. Make people aware that this is an aboriginal community.

No, the neighbors have come to talk to me here.

Question 20:   Do you feel our community needs to start its own food bank? 

Yes
691

No
207

No Response
 54

Question 21:   Would you donate food to the community food bank?

Yes
578

No
308

No Response
66

Select Comments of Respondents:

No, I do not think that food banks provide long term solutions to poverty and despair.

No, I think that we have created enough dependency, let's foster independence

Yes, perhaps, but…would prefer a community cupboard or making sure people can get to Superstore or Extra Foods--or even, maybe make Costco memberships available and do group trips

No. Once again I feel it should be only as a last resort, I know lots of people including my own family who drink up their welfare and then live on food banks the rest of the time. I think children suffer and yes the food bank would help but they should have some sort of accountability system between food banks and the welfare system.

Only if it is associated with Harvest or some larger city-wide program.  I think it’s a bad idea to do it "alone", so to speak only because it kind of propagates this "island" mentality in the neighbourhood. I'm probably digressing in some of my thought on the subject but I basically have no problem if it was tied to a larger city-wide program that would shine a light on poverty as a whole because it can't really be addressed properly by just one little neighbourhood food bank.  The overall problem. We're part of a bigger community.

don’t have food half the time

Linking with food banks like Winnipeg harvest & having a depot in this community would be a good idea, but starting something new or independent, is not really something I see as necessary at this point.

No, people need to get jobs.

Yes, but not if it's building up another food bank. Existing one, I would donate.

yes, for children's lunch programs

Question 22:   Are you satisfied with the health care services available to you in the community?   If not, why not?           top

Yes
760

No
110

No Response
 82

Select Comments of Respondents:

No because of the clinics, there are too many prescriptions, there should be more info on alternative healing; there are long wait lists for a good doctor and I’ve heard from other people of not being treated. A Women's Director(ate?) should be here instead of going to Graham

no, walk in clinics don’t serve long term health needs

no, not the same treatment for non-covered people

no, because homeless people and drug addicts hang out there

no, when in dire need you cannot receive any respect

no-they should do more for the homeless people

No-there are plenty of "sickness centres" i.e. medical clinics, but I don't know of any "wellness centres" for fitness, holistic medicines, massage, counselling, nutrition, etc.; easily accessible to our residents. Maybe there are some isolated places but I am not aware of these.

no-lack of doctors due to resignations

no - not enough + the ones that are here are filthy

no, clinic care is too transitory in nature, not the same as having a personal physician

no, discrimination, thinking I abuse pills or whatever

No, I see a doctor, but it is downtown and my dentist is in River heights, so I have to drive to both places. I probably would not go to the doctor's Walk In clinics on Main St.

Another walk In Clinic cause Four Rivers is way too busy

No, Long lines and waiting for specialists. More education prevention measures are necessary to stop spread of diseases

No. The health care facilities in this area. It does not appear to be cleaned properly

No. I think we need more services. Dental, Orthodontics, Physiotherapy, like an access clinic.

yes - I have used the Point Douglas walk in clinic on occasion and have found it to be a positive experience I have a family doctor so right now health services are not any issue for me

no- waited too long to see the doctor and to learn later, people who were being seen before me and selling their prescription drugs 5 minutes later to me.

Yes- need more long term family doctors and less drop-in  options. Money appears more important than health. Health must include clean sidewalks, clean water and clean environment.

Unsure to respond- there are more than enough walk-in clinics but probably not enough family practice doctors, Mount Carmel clinic is over-extended.

No. I have had negative treatment from local clinic. Presence of methadone clinic is bad for neighborhood. I go to south end because doctors give better treatment there. Don't like being treated like poor people, the clinic on main treats everyone there like an addict or junkie. Causes junkies to come here for services, thereby creating an unsafe community presence.

No. Long wait time and a lot of prejudice regarding pain killers. This is reasonable to an extent but…

yes/ we got 6 clinics within a 2 block radius

Yes, I think we have a lot of clinics in the community (Main St) but in terms of adequate services, there's probably more that can be done to improve that.

no, the doctors are getting careless

No. Because they don't do anything to help low income families, can't afford medical bills.

The Point has no services until you go to Main street. But if you have transportation (private/public) what's the need to duplicate services.

Mount Carmel Clinic is not taking on new patients

I have my own doctor outside the area and if have gone to the clinics in the area I have almost always been turned away.

No. They aren't very friendly facilities.

No. I have lived here for five years and I'm still trying to get a family doctor for myself and my daughter

No. I feel uncomfortable taking my kids to the Four Rivers clinic because of the clientele.

Yes, but only for my grand-daughter. The service is not good for adults.

No, because doctors don't really care. They care more about money for prescriptions.

The pharmacies at Main & Euclid are very overpriced and are geared to people who are paying for it themselves. I go outside the neighborhood for my Dr, my Chiropractor,+ my Dental-so yes, it's lacking,

Yes. But Mount Carmel needs a drop-in adult clinic on Saturdays

No. They don't care much about people. I think they look down at people.

Yes and no, too many clinics that are profiting from the disadvantaged.

No. I don't go there because I have kidney transplants. They give pills and people sell them.

No. Need more addictions and mental health facilities

Yes. They're all paid for, can't complain

Question 23:   Do you have difficulty with banking services?  If yes, what difficulties do you have?           top

Yes
187

No
735

No Response
 30

Select Comments of Respondents:

Yes. The only closest bank is Royal Bank, not a lot of people use Royal Bank. We have to pay a fee because we don't have a wider selection of banks. Not good.

 I bank elsewhere, although when trying to get a mortgage for our house in Point Douglas,  the Transcona Credit Union stated 'We don't supply mortgages to houses in the north end or Point Douglas." This coming from an institution that I have been a member of for 35 years and my parents were members of for 70 years. I was shocked and disappointed.

Yes, banks are a way off, and ATMs charge, plus bank charges (hit double)

Yes. Every time I go to the Royal Bank ATM up on Main, it's full of garbage and broken. (I bet they have cameras

No. But would never go to the bank alone.

yes if you're not Ukrainian you can't bank at Carpathia and the credit union on Selkirk does not meet the need we have

yes, I sometimes feel uncomfortable because of some problems I've had with tellers and because I receive social assistance checks so it's embarrassing.

yes - I need to get my I.D. so I haven't been able to get a bank account for sometime

yes- the only place is to go to the hotel and I don't like that because sometimes I need to take my kids when we go out to do something like movies

yes-feel unsafe using bank machines on Main street

Yes, I was told that I had to be Ukrainian descent. I want to open a bank account close by.

no, only because I have a vehicle, many that live here do not

no, I would not bank in this neighborhood because the number of people that hang around outside of the ATM machines is very unsettling

No but very upset CIBC is gone, the whole community should say what comes back in; there is a lack of access/transport for people, can't afford Handi-Transit. Just needs to be a small branch for older people as community ATM's are not good.

yes- no banks want to be in this area, I don't know if its because of fears they will get robbed or what, but I have to go to North Kildonan for my banking.

yes, I have to go to Inkster and get harassed while waiting for the bus

Questions 24, 25 and 26 asked respondents what they would like to say to their city councillor, their MLA and their MP. Those responses have been compiled and are being sent to each of those parties for their review. We regret that we are unable to make those responses public due to possible legal challenges.

Question 28:  How long have you lived here?

0-3
mon

3-6
mon

6 mon
to 1 yr

1-3
yrs

3-5
yrs

5-7
yrs

7-10
yrs

10-15
yrs

15-20
yrs

20-25
yrs

25+
yrs

Dk/no
response

61

46

69

180

95

77

62

72

68

42

109

77

Question 29:   Was it hard to find information about housing and community resources? 

Yes
90

No
288

Didn’t look
 518

No Response
 59

Question 32:   Have you been denied or had difficulty getting home owners or tenants insurance for your property and belongings since you’ve lived here?

Yes
155

No
650

Never Applied
14

No Response
136

Question 33:   Would you like to see apartments built here? If not, why not?   (more 'Housing')         top

Total In Favour
568

Total Against
300

Don’t Know/No Response
86

Concerns Expressed:

Concerns about increase in crime/safety issues

60

Would prefer to see houses built/restored

46

Concerns about lack of maintenance/Properties not being well managed

24

Too many people/overcrowding/increase in transience

22

Concerns about preserving beauty/history of area

11

Would prefer to see condominiums built

6

Would prefer townhouses/rowhouses/3-4 suite apartments

2

Would prefer co-op housing

2

Property values would go down, unless apartments built on waterfront

1

Select Comments of Residents

Yes, would be nice, there is a shortage of decent housing

Yes, it would make more room for low income families.

Yes, but only if it's in place of buildings that absolutely can't be restored, and if a portion remains available for low income earners.

Because at this juncture I have no doubt than any proposed complex would be nothing more than some ill-informed and poorly planned low-income housing structure that would turn into a bad place for everyone. If there are people who think its a good idea I would challenge them to present how exactly housing of this type helps eliminate poverty? I can get on a rant here and I don't want you to misunderstand me because my thinking here is about the big picture approach to housing and community and more often than not in 'depressed' neighbourhoods such as ours, those type of buildings are often intended as part of a saviour mission with grand ideas of how developers can "help those people".  A better idea is smaller 2-4 unit structures that are spread out throughout the neighbourhood so there is 1) a greater sense of ownership that you don't get in large buildings where you are merely occupying one cell in the hive and 2) it reduces concentration. I think increased concentration at least in apartment buildings increases alienation.  I could go on but I will...later...so no. No apartments as we know them

No, higher density housing will not benefit our traffic and services existing. There is still too many vacant boarded housing stock to be dealt with for housing for residents and empty lots for infill.

No - honestly, I think apartments bring down the worth of the community. I think we would be better off building more houses or condos. Apartments in this area generally have a lot of riff-raff

yes - affordable for single people

no-preferably just homeowners, apartment dwellers don't respect others' property

no- it puts too many people in this neighbourhood and some people are no good such as drug dealers, who needs more of them

Yes, I would prefer low rise historically appropriate buildings, much of our in-fill housing has melded well with the historic homes, unfortunately I can not say the same for the Habitat homes which are sort of boring boxes.

No. A prime example is the new apt on Euclid....it already has problems with drugs/gangs. We were hopeful this would not happen but it is.

No - low population density & high ratios of owner occupied residences helps to create safe close knit communities

No. Preserve the existing buildings; Preserve the history, population density is already too high for service offered, traffic volume.

Yes, for seniors

No. I have seen the negative effects low income housing has on the community and to some degree NPD as well. I would prefer it to remain primarily family homes with some of the older homes being renovated and made affordable for one or two family occupancy/ownership I think there is a better chance for residents to be responsible about the property they live in if they feel that it is or could be theirs

Yes, nicer family apartments. Not welfare apartments

No. They will become projects, they breed despair and poverty and crime. They also destroy the historical character and beauty of a neighborhood 

yes, I don’t want it to be MB Housing as people seem to be very destructive in MB Housing, there seems to be no tenant control

yes- but more as housing co-op where tenants had more rights & responsibilities

yes-for housing, for living people with needs not for drug dealers or gang members

Question 34:   Sometimes neighbours get together to help each other fix their homes.  Would you like to be part of a housing repair work party? 

Yes
376

No
467

No Response
109

Question 35:   Is your housing affordable for you? If not, why not?      (more 'Housing')

Yes
761

No
138

No Response
53

Select Comments of Respondents:

$530 a month doesn't include heat, water, hydro, It's expensive and I live in the freezer, it feels like at times. Pay more money than we should.

no, the utilities are out of control

They say 25% of income (Pension) but it seems they calculate more/ A little more honesty on the part of Manitoba housing would be nice

no, prices for housing or apartments are too much for us to pay.

no, have to share rent with my cousin

yes, welfare pays, but if I went back to work (landscaping) I don't think I'll remain here.

no, because I don't make enough

There is so much to repair! Even with 2 grants (for which we are sooo grateful!! It's not quite
”civilized."

no, too much for low income families

The mortgage is affordable but other costs of bank ownership make it harder to make ends meet on my earnings

no, utility bills too high

so so, I am a single parent on social assistance so really any rent is difficult.

no, because everything is falling apart and they won't fix it

the up keep and repairs are difficult

yes, but if it was just me then no but with two incomes we make it

no- rent is too high for this neighbourhood

Can't get very far on minimum wage.

Rent is too much for single people on social assistance, Have to rent share,

no. The idea of paying $385.00 per month for gas is unacceptable even for seniors.

no - I own my home but I am finding that the heating costs primarily and the general upkeep costs are using so much of my income that there's not much left over for necessities

no. I'm a single mother of 2 children and pay 540.00 a month for rent plus utilities. Way too expensive. Difference comes out of my food

no, bills are sky rocketing in the winter, poor insulation, old windows

no, too small for the price and too old

no-I only get $438 for rent and I pay $550 so $112 comes out of our food budget

no-house has crappy floors, the house is falling apart

no-rent is high but then again it is the cheapest cause no one else will rent to us

no-we rent our place, its too expensive for this area and what's moving next door to this place once the nursing home shuts down

no, because of the bills, have a roommate as the bills are more than I thought they would be.

No, only a technicality…I'm spending too high a % of my income on housing. That speaks more to my wages, than the cost of living.

Question 36:  Are You Satisfied with Your Housing Conditions?

Yes
665

No
217

If not, why not?

Question 37:  Do you have laundry facilities where you live?

Yes
764

No
171

Don’t Know/
No Response
17

Question 38:  Do We Need a Laundromat in the Neighbourhood?

Yes
662

No
226

Don’t Know/
No Response
64

Question 39:  Is your house well insulated?

Yes
464

No
265

Don’t Know/
No Response
224

Question 40:  Do you have to run extra heaters in winter?

Yes
254

No
633

Don’t Know/
No Response
65

Question 41:  Do You Own or Rent Your Home?

Own
288

Rent
643

Don’t Know/
No Response
21

Question 42:  Are you aware of programs to help home owners improve and maintain their properties, such as the Fix-Up Grants, the Winnipeg Housing & Homeless Initiative programs, etc.?

Yes
288

No
643

Don’t Know/
No Response
21

Question 43:  Would you like to receive information about the various programs available to you as a home owner?  

Yes
294

No
136

Don’t Know/
No Response
522

Question 44:  Do you feel comfortable asking your landlord to make necessary repairs or improvements to your home?  

Yes
447

No
152

Don’t Know/ No Response
353

Select Comments of Respondents:

I've heard that some landlords will kick out tenants if they even raise their voices

I don’t ask

Doesn't make a difference

I hesitate. If he says no, I convince him more.

Question 45:   Does your landlord make repairs in a timely manner?
This information will be used to identify problem houses and work with the landlords to ensure necessary repairs can be made.

Yes
391

No
193

Don’t Know/No Response
371

Select Comments of Respondents:

No, asked about lighting repairs and that was three months ago; the heater broke down and it took them 3 days to come and fix it, the kids were in jackets inside

Doesn't live here. Hopes I will keep up with things that are needed.

yes/so far he's been good

Question 46:   Would you like to receive information about your rights as a tenant?

Yes
327

No
276

Don’t Know/No Response
349

Select Comments of Respondents:

Yes, but we’re concerned that if we make complaints, the landlord will evict us, as we had to go on social assistance about a year ago

Can I make him reinsulate this home without a rent increase?

Question 47/48:  A history of North and South Point Douglas will be written soon. Do you have any stories you’d like to tell about your neighbourhood; any pictures you’d like to share? May we contact you in the future to hear your stories?      

Yes
55

No
795

Don’t Know/
No Response
102

Question 52:  We will be looking at forming an organization to support and promote the work of local artists and craftspersons. This could include a gallery and studio space located in the community. Do you have artistic talents? 

Yes
178

Question 54:  Would you consider joining a local artists’ organization?  

Yes
153

Question 55:  Would you be interested in teaching your skills? 

Yes
127

Question 58:   One way to become more involved in your community is to become a volunteer. Would you like to be made aware of volunteer opportunities in the community?  

Yes
454

No
437

Don’t Know/
No Response
64

Question 59:   Would you consider being a mentor to a child or teen in the community? 

Yes
299

No
576

Don’t Know/
No Response
80

Question 61:   Would you feel more comfortable attending community events if you could be escorted there and back?

Respondents to Question 61 indicating a need for an escort to events will be matched with respondents who indicated in Question 58 that they would be willing to volunteer in the community.

Yes
267

No
584

Don’t Know/
No Response
105

Question 63:   What kind of activities and programs would you like to
see at the community centre?       top

Question 64:   Do you think there is a need for a drop-in centre for men?             top

Yes
442

No
369

Don’t Know/No Response
144

What activities and services should the centre offer?

Question 65:   What sort of recreational activities would you like to have available for seniors in your community?       top

Question 66:   Which of the following would be helpful to you? Someone to help you with:  Figures below reflect respondents 55+. Some respondents answering this question were under 55 and their answers were filtered out.

Question 67:   Would you be interested in having a volunteer companion from your neighbourhood come to spend time with you, either visiting, reading, or doing other activities you would enjoy?  

Seniors Wanting  Companion

28

Question 69:   If you have children who attend Norquay School, how do you feel about the job they are doing?               top

Very Positive Opinion

52

Positive Opinion

43

Neutral Opinion

18

Negative Opinion

4

Very Negative Opinion

1

Concerns about Safety and Bullying

3

Select Comments of Respondents: 

·     I think Norquay School is wonderful. They care so much for their kids. All the kids are treated equally. Teachers take the time to find each kid’s strength and build on those and work on their weaknesses. They’re fiercely protective about their kids.

·     They focus on the kids a lot of the time. But the parents need some attention as well

·     Excellent, except that one of my children could of benefited from another year in grade 6 (his opinion as well as mine)

·     It’s a very good place to be, safe for people to come around.

·     I like it but I feel that need to work on the bullying program

·     Norquay School is a very good school and staff are very nice.

·     Yes - Norquay offers more than just teaching. The teachers are very understanding and great lunch program, and breakfast

·     Yes, they are FANTASTIC! Love all the teachers. My son used to go to Laura Secord School. I hated how he was treated. My son has learned so much at Norquay. They are GREAT!

Question 70:    Do you have children for whom you need daycare but do not have it?  If Yes, what are the obstacles that prevent you from using daycare services? 

Yes, no specific obstacles defined

22

Not enough daycare spaces available

15

Can’t afford Daycare

7

No infant care available

3

Daycare needs to be open earlier and stay open later/extended hours

2

No after-school care available

1

Concerns about quality of available services

1

Not aware of services available

1

Select Comments of Respondents:

Can't afford, on a bunch of waiting lists.

We don't know if there will be spaces free, but we know we can't afford it. If I return to work, it will just pay for daycare. 2. Children need to socialize. Acquiring social skills costs money if a family had few contacts. A daycare will not fill a much needed space with someone like this. Daycare is for single parents. (stigma), not for 2 parents earning little, or for "socializing".

Hours of operation -  former job started at 7am-3:30pm. Daycares don't open early enough for me to go back to work

We're on a waiting list, parents who drop kids off then go home and sleep or do nothing (except for the respite aspect) they don't need daycare.

School age center inside the school looks dirty and lice infested.

On waiting list, not enough daycares in the area

Cost is too much

Question 72:   As a parent of young children, which of the following daycare services do you have or need, if any? There is only one daycare facility in the community at present and it is only open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Mon-Fri.

Currently Offered Hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mon – Fri

51

An After-School Program for Children Under 12

40

Casual Day Care (Drop-In Care)

30

A Nursery School Program for 2 and 3 Year Olds

29

Extended Hour Care (10 or more hours per day)

22

Weekend Care

16

Question 74:   What kind of programming would you like to see offered at the North Point Douglas Women’s Centre?                top