Marcel LeBrun made millions as a software tycoon, then funnelled his fortune into 12 Neighbours, a planned community of 99 affordable tiny homes in Fredericton. For the city’s unhoused, it’s a chance to turn their luck around.
With the recent death of a man after a fire in a homeless camp in Saint John and other reports of unsafe living conditions, some are suggesting New Brunswick needs designated and managed areas where people can camp.
Marcel LeBrun said he founded the 12 Neighbours affordable housing community to help people experiencing homelessness come to live a full and independent life.