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Dear Housing Sector Colleagues and MHI Supporters,</div>
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On behalf of Multifaith Housing Initiative, Ottawa's third largest affordable housing provider, I am pleased to invite you to take part in this year’s Tulipathon, our annual walkathon and fundraising campaign in support of affordable housing.</div>
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Tulipathon brings together faith groups, partners, supporters, and affordable housing advocates to raise funds that directly benefit MHI tenants. The campaign helps ensure tenants have access to safe, stable, and affordable homes, along with the supports that
contribute to their wellbeing and sense of community.</div>
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We would be honoured to have you join us as at this important event. Your involvement would highlight the collective efforts of the housing sector and help raise awareness about the ongoing need for affordable housing across our city.</div>
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The Tulipathon walk is scheduled for Sunday, May 24 from 2 to 4 pm at Commissioners' Park at Dow’s Lake. If you are unable to attend in person, we encourage you to help amplify the campaign by sharing it within your networks and on social media (@MHIOttawa).
You can learn more about tulipathon at <a href="http://www.multifaithhousing.ca/tulipathon">
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Thank you for the important work you do every day. We hope you will consider joining us in making a lasting impact for MHI tenants.</div>
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