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Checking in on Canada’s housing strategy
Checking in on Canada’s housing strategy
Checking in on Canada’s housing strategy
Saturday 3rd December 2022
Ren Thomas discusses Canada's National Housing Strategy's progress and challenges on People First Radio. Tune in for insights on homelessness and housing policy.
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Get the buttons here!Evaluating Canada’s National Housing Strategy: Progress, Hurdles, and Hope
The national housing strategy had a few goals, and I think a couple of them that are really important to most Canadians are decreasing homelessness and addressing core housing need, so really addressing the housing needs for people who are the most vulnerable, and in that sense it hasn't done what it set out to do.
Back in 2017, Canada embarked on an ambitious journey with its ten-year National Housing Strategy. The goal? To cut chronic homelessness by half and lift over 500,000 families out of housing need. Now, five years in, People First Radio takes a deep dive into how things are shaping up. Ren Thomas, an associate professor at Dalhousie University and a housing policy expert, shares her insights on the strategy's impact so far.
She sheds light on the mixed results, highlighting how specific programs have struggled to reach the most vulnerable populations despite significant federal funding. But it’s not all grim. Thomas discusses the crucial role municipalities play in zoning and how provincial governments are key players in bilateral programs. She also touches on the hurdles non-profit providers face in creating new housing units. The episode doesn’t shy away from the tough questions: Are we doing enough? What more can be done?
Thomas points to new funds for community housing and emphasizes the importance of supportive housing. She encourages listeners to stay informed about housing policies and get involved at the local level. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of Canada’s housing crisis and the efforts being made to address it.