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Community successes proving Canada can solve homelessness

In the face of an unprecedented surge in homelessness across Canada, five communities have achieved measurable reductions in homelessness over the past year.

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Miywasin Friendship Centre embeds culture into housing stability in Medicine Hat

The aim of Roots & Roofs is to reduce homelessness by increasing the number of people moving into housing in Medicine Hat every month, with a focus on people discharged…

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Fort McMurray-Wood Buffalo doubles number of people exiting chronic homelessness every month

Key Takeaways for Communities Building relationships with landlords can expand the housing options available to people experiencing homelessness. Recognizing there was an inadequate amount of non-market, supportive and deeply affordable…

Read more: Fort McMurray-Wood Buffalo doubles number of people exiting chronic homelessness every month
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United Counties of Leeds and Grenville reduces chronic homelessness by 49%, as HRIF project expands supportive housing options

The relatively rapid development of 49 supportive housing units has helped the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville reduce chronic homelessness by 49 per cent from October 2025 to August…

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Putting eviction prevention at the heart of successful tenancies in Edmonton51³Ô¹ÏÍø community housing

Civida is working hard to reduce evictions and build community as the largest provider of community housing in Edmonton.

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Prince Edward Island blazes a path forward to house youth experiencing homelessness with HRIF project

Key Takeaways for Communities An initial scan of existing services and gaps can show opportunities for innovation and improvement. When designing their Homelessness Reduction Innovation Fund project, PEI identified a gap in…

Read more: Prince Edward Island blazes a path forward to house youth experiencing homelessness with HRIF project
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St. Thomas-Elgin reduces chronic homelessness by 36%, as HRIF project increases housing stability for those on the edge

Content Note: This article mentions substance use, mental health challenges, and intimate partner violence. If you need support with a mental health crisis, you can access resources at this link. If…

Read more: St. Thomas-Elgin reduces chronic homelessness by 36%, as HRIF project increases housing stability for those on the edge

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