Neither Voluntary nor Inevitable: Hidden Homelessness Among Newcomers in York Region (2017)

Neither Voluntary Nor Inevitable: Hidden Homelessness Among Newcomers in York Region aims to paint a comprehensive picture of hidden homelessness among newcomers in York Region. The study, commissioned by The Housing Help Centre (THHC), was conducted to better understand the root causes and factors impacting newcomers that put them at risk of homelessness or becoming homeless; identify ways to address homelessness among the immigrant community in York Region; and the most efficient way of connecting newcomers experiencing homelessness to services in York Region. It used a series of eight focus groups with 70 newcomers to explore these topics.

Publication Date: 
2017