Moose Jaw Times-Herald: A show for the body and soul

Tom Jackson to perform benefit concert on Saturday in support of local food bank

Tom Jackson will present the Huron Carole Benefit Concert
in support of the local food bank on Dec. 12, 2015.
Photo courtesy Tomali Pictures Ltd.

By Lisa Goudy

Tom Jackson knows what it's like to live on the streets.

That's because before he found fame on the CBC drama, 'North of 60,' he lived on the streets in Winnipeg at the age of 38 because of addiction. Now, the actor, singer and TV personality is channeling that experience to help others in his travelling show.

"It's not just about seeing the show. It's about raising money for the local food bank," said Jackson, who has recorded 16 albums, including the latest release 'Ballads Not Bullets' in support of the Canadian Red Cross. "Christmas is a verb as much as it is a noun."

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