Homelessness prevention refers to policies, practices, and interventions that reduce the likelihood that someone will experience homelessness.
It also means providing those who have been homeless with the necessary resources and supports to stabilize their housing, enhance integration and social inclusion, and ultimately reduce the risk of the recurrence of homelessness.
Canadian Observatory on Homelessness
The Canadian Observatory on Homelessness is the largest national research institute devoted to homelessness in Canada. The COH is the curator of the Homeless Hub.
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The Canadian Observatory on Homelessness is the largest national research institute devoted to homelessness in Canada. The COH is the curator of the Homeless Hub.
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Solutions
We can end homelessness in Canada, if we want to.
Housing solves homelessness; a simple answer to a complex problem, but no less true for its simplicity. Yet, questions still remain. How do we get someone into housing? What kinds of supports are needed? How do we engage newly housed people in meaningful activities? What issues do people from specific populations face? These questions and more are explored in our Solutions section.
Plans to End Homelessness
Plans to End Homelessness
How Canadian communities can end homelessness in 10 years or less.
Preventing Homelessness
Preventing Homelessness
Prevention means placing mechanisms to stop or greatly reduce the risk of becoming homeless in the first place.
Accommodations & Supports
Accommodations & Supports
Appropriate accommodations and supports can help stabilize individuals and families to get them out of shelters and off the streets.
Systems Integration
Systems Integration
Systems Integration is a formalized coordinated approach to planning, service delivery, and management.
Priority Populations
Priority Populations
People experiencing homelessness are diverse, and so are their experiences and needs.
Engaging Clients
Engaging Clients
Involving clients in community-based research, creating participatory evaluations or providing supports that foster growth, independence and full participation in society.