Mother Christmas of Hochelaga-Maisonneuve: 200 Gifts to Give

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Main Subject: Kin St-Pierre and her initiative, friprue.

what she does: Kin St-Pierre started a community-based system of donation cabinets throughout her neighborhood. People leave items they no longer need, and others take what they want, free of charge. She currently maintains ten of thes cabinets.

How it started: It began organically when she and others left unwanted items in a cupboard, and others started contributing as well.

Current Status: The project is successful and well-used, but Kin St-Pierre is currently funding it herself and is seeking subsidies to expand FripRue’s activities.

Key Quote: “People leave what they want and take what they want. I come to make repairs and clean, if necessary.” – Kin st-Pierre

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* photo Credit: Hugo-Sébastien Aubert, The Press
* Photo Description: Kin St-Pierre leaving gifts in one of the donation cabinets she installed.

in essence, the text highlights a grassroots effort to promote sharing and reduce waste within a community, driven by the generosity of Kin St-Pierre and the people she serves.