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Finding Community in Encampments
Homelessness rates are rapidly rising across Canada, and encampments, as one of the most visible manifestations of homelessness, have become a focal point for discussion. Unfortunately, these debates...
C.L. MichelApril 30, 2024
Do homelessness services need to be culturally relevant?
The following question came from Natalie D. via our latest website survey: “What is the effectiveness of non-Indigenous...
Emma WoolleySeptember 23, 2016
Let's Talk Housing & Prevention
There is good news in Canada.  The federal government has recently launched a welcome consultation process to inform...
Stephen GaetzSeptember 20, 2016
Uncovering and mapping connections between disability, education and employment among young people who have experienced homelessness
Mapping complex intersections We know that youth who are homeless or under-housed face a daunting mix of challenges...
What are the housing needs of people with mobility issues?
This question came from Jose S. via our latest website survey. Mobility issues often fall under the umbrella of...
Emma WoolleySeptember 16, 2016
Housing First for Youth (HF4Y): A Way Home’s Collaborative Vision
In 2013 the Canadian Observatory on Homelessness in collaboration with the Hamilton Street Youth Planning Collaborative...
Melanie RedmanSeptember 14, 2016
Suicide & Depression
If you or someone you know is in crisis and needs help, resources are available. In case of an emergency, please call...
Ambar AlemanSeptember 10, 2016