Edmonton Social Plan: Housing and Homelessness Fact Sheet
Description:
"Housing is considered essential to Canadian family life, and is in many cases its major financial commitment. The cost, quality and location play major roles in family decisions about careers, mobility and lifestyle. Many social/economic policy changes occurred in the 1990's. At the same time, the incomes of many Canadians did not keep pace with increases in the Consumer Price Index leading to uncertainty in employment and housing problems. As a result, there is a growing need for new affordable housing units as well as a need for repair of existing rental housing. What is the status of housing and homelessness in Edmonton?"
Type of Resource:
Fact Sheet
Publication Date:
2004
Location:
Edmonton