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Keep a roof over Abigail's head in Edmonton

A court summons for non-payment arrived last week. Abigail needs $2,600 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Edmonton.

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Abigail B. Bishop
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Edmonton
After a sudden layoff at the textile factory, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,600. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, we must leave. I have three school-aged children at home. Moving isn't just an expense - it would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else. I have started working weekend shifts, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here. The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done. Where the $2,600 goes: • Rent arrears (5 months): $1,650 • Late fees and court costs: $240 • First month of rent as a buffer: $710 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
due date
2026-12-10
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Abigail

  1. Thank you all. We're at 12% now ($315). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for late fees and court costs is now scheduled.

  2. Small update. $995 so far, I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.

  3. Quick update: $1,120 raised so far (43%). I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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    “Keep your head up. Thought of Abigail all day after reading this. - San Antonio”

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    “Hope things get better. My mother told me about this one. - Kozhikode”

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    “Every little bit. Hope the November deadline works out. - Gqeberha”

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  • Sangeetha N. Warrier

    Keep going, Abigail. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Take care

    • Sana Laiba Chaudhry

      thinking of you. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.

      • Prasad J. Parmar

        Take care, Abigail. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Take care.

        • Fatima Lawal

          Good luck. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I went through something like this 8 years ago and strangers helped me out. Greetings from Madina.

          • Yakubu Abubakar Alabi

            Sending strength, Abigail. Looking forward to the next update. Love from Strasbourg!

            • Walter R. Rojas

              Thinking of you. Shared it with a few friends. My husband and I read this together. Thinking of Edmonton

              $2,573 raised of $2,600

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