Reflecting on 2015, one sees momentum. Senior levels of government are strengthening their engagement on housing and homelessness. Community-level innovations are directing attention to housing in new ways. We are reminded that housing is a solution rather than a challenge – a determinant of social, economic and environmental objectives.
In this evolving context then, with new opportunities, it is important to hold before us a picture of homelessness in Ottawa, to focus our attention on the needs before us, and to most effectively direct much needed investments and interventions. In this light, we are pleased to present the 2015 Progress Report on Ending Homelessness in Ottawa (reflecting data from January to December, 2015).