An in-depth look at Winnipeg's homelessness crisis and the community-driven efforts, led by outreach workers like Claudemier Bighetty, to transition individuals from encampments into stable housing. Explore the challenges and solutions.
A provincial funding reversal has forced Timmins to halt plans for a designated homeless encampment. The city must now seek alternative solutions for its unhoused population.
The Region of Waterloo is proposing changes to its controversial encampment bylaw as it plans to clear a site for a new transit hub. Get the latest details on the amendments and community impact.
Saskatoon shifts federal funding to purchase empty lots for affordable housing projects after a First Nation partnership stalls. The city aims to prepare sites for Indigenous-led developments to combat homelessness.
The City of Montreal is deploying heated trailers to the Notre-Dame Street encampment to protect unhoused residents from extreme winter cold. Read about the city's response.
The federal government is committing $46 million to build 152 rental homes in Saint John, addressing housing affordability. Learn more about this major investment.
Montreal Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada reflects on her first month, detailing her daily confrontation with the city's homelessness crisis and her plans for action. Read her vision for a more efficient and compassionate Montreal.
The City of Timmins faces fierce criticism for selecting a former sawmill site as a permanent remote homeless encampment. Residents voice safety concerns as officials defend the controversial decision.
The Canadian and Nova Scotia governments are investing $11 million to create 44 new affordable housing units in Liverpool. This joint initiative aims to address the critical housing shortage in the community.
Saskatoon city council has voted against creating designated areas for homeless encampments following a rally at city hall. Advocates' calls for sanctioned sites were rejected.
A woman suffered life-threatening injuries after being found on fire inside a tent at a south Etobicoke encampment on December 2, 2025. Paramedics rushed her to hospital.
Lethbridge police have laid charges against two individuals following a serious assault at a local homeless encampment. Get the latest details on the incident and the police response.
Greater Sudbury's new 24/7 warming centre is operating at full capacity nightly. The organization is calling for urgent community donations to support the growing number of vulnerable residents seeking shelter from the cold.
A new report reveals a significant decline in housing starts across southern Ontario, with Toronto receiving a failing grade. Discover the data and implications for the region's housing crisis.
Montreal housing groups are calling for more abandoned buildings to be converted into social housing, highlighting a former restaurant left empty for 13 years. Learn about the push for solutions to the city's housing crisis.
A Montreal borough mayor describes the destruction of a homeless encampment as a misunderstanding. Learn about the incident and ongoing housing challenges in Verdun.
Starlight Investments, Canada's largest rental provider, builds purpose-built communities to alleviate the housing crisis. Learn how they're creating sustainable housing solutions across the country.
Shawn Bunskoek reveals the daily struggles of living on Winnipeg streets while fighting for housing. His powerful story highlights Canada's homelessness crisis.
Winnipeg and Quebec City tie as Canada's hottest housing markets with 11% annual price growth, surpassing major Prairie cities. Discover the key drivers behind this real estate surge.
Nova Scotia government designates four communities for new public housing developments. Learn how this initiative addresses housing needs across the province.
Timmins accelerates plans to relocate Living Space shelter and establish permanent encampment as provincial funding deadline approaches. Learn about the city's urgent housing response.
St. Thomas launches purpose-built townhomes with finished rental units to combat housing shortages. New development aims to provide immediate housing relief.
Federal housing money for Calgary faces uncertainty as city reconsiders blanket rezoning. Critical affordable housing projects at stake.
Windsor faces Ontario's housing affordability crisis as costs outpace incomes. New study reveals staggering financial barriers for families seeking homeownership across the province.
Edmonton greenlights 10 affordable housing projects on surplus school grounds, creating over 1,300 units with federal funding support. Discover how this initiative addresses housing needs.
The first-of-its-kind From Barriers to Blueprints housing conference in Halifax identified the need for numerous systemic changes to address Canada's housing crisis. Read the key findings.
Major Montreal developers commit to building 2,500 social housing units at no profit in a significant move to fight the city's homelessness crisis. Learn more about this initiative.
The Calgary Affordable Housing Foundation launches a winter fundraising campaign to support vulnerable residents facing long waitlists and housing insecurity. Donate now to help.
The Winnipeg-Kenora region faces a severe housing deficit exceeding 1,600 units amid soaring rental costs and rising homelessness. Learn how this crisis is impacting communities.
New report reveals dramatic 54% increase in Calgary affordable housing waitlists since 2024. Learn about the growing crisis and its impact on vulnerable residents.