This analysis explores the perceptions of youth on the street in constructing identity throughout their street life experiences. Data collection involved in-depth interviews with 98 street youth & 42 service providers in Toronto, Montreal, & Halifax, & participant & non-participant observations of street life & shelter culture in all three locations. The findings highlight the stages of "becoming a street youth" & the elements that shape engagement in, & disengagement from, street life. References. Adapted from the source document. COPIES ARE AVAILABLE FROM: HAWORTH DOCUMENT DELIVERY CENTER, The Haworth Press, Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580