Precarious Housing in Canada (2010) is a powerful, new research and policy report from the Wellesley Institute. Using the most comprehensive and current data, research and analysis, Read the rest of this entry »
Affordable Housing Publications
By: Wellesley Institute
On: Aug. 16, 2010
Precarious Housing in Canada (2010)
By: Wellesley Institute
On: Feb. 4, 2010
Ontario government: Improve SROI with strategic investments in innovation, housing and health
The Wellesley Institute calls on the Ontario government to take a multi-sectoral 10-year approach to maximizing its social return on investment. In a 15-minute presentation to the Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs of the Ontario Legislature (see the official Committee transcript) on Monday, February 1, Rick Blickstead outlined three major recommendations for strategic investment. Read the rest of this entry »
By: Wellesley Institute
On: Nov. 5, 2009
Parliament should pass Bill C-304; Canada urgently needs national housing plan
The time is right for Parliament to pass Bill C-304, which directs the federal housing minister to consult widely and develop a national affordable housing plan within 180 days. The Wellesley Institute’s Michael Shapcott offered expert testimony at the Commons HUMA committee on Nov. 5 on the four key reasons for a comprehensive national housing framework. Click here for the speaking notes for the HUMA presentation.
By: Wellesley Institute
On: Nov. 3, 2009
Vision 2020: Foundation for a comprehensive Ontario housing plan
Ontario’s affordable housing plan needs to be built on a foundation that includes solid targets and timelines, and co-ordinates housing and homelessness initiatives of federal, provincial and municipal governments; Read the rest of this entry »
By: Wellesley Institute
On: Oct. 21, 2009
Federal budget 2010: Smart investments should be made in homes and communities
Affordable housing and community innovation: These are two critical areas where the federal government needs to invest and engage more effectively. The Wellesley Institute’s Michael Shapcott and Nimira Lalani gave expert testimony to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance on Oct. 21 during hearings in Toronto Read the rest of this entry »
By: Wellesley Institute
On: Oct. 20, 2009
Federal government needs to target housing investments to Canadians who need the help
Canada has a history of successful housing and homelessness initiatives, including “community-up” initiatives like the federal Homelessness Partnering Strategy. But housing insecurity and homelessness remains deep and persistent for millions of Canadians. Canada doesn’t have a national housing plan with targets and timelines, goals and objectives, Read the rest of this entry »
By: Wellesley Institute
On: Aug. 18, 2009
New research: Harm Reduction, Housing, and Homelessness
New research: Harm Reduction, Housing, and Homelessness
Towards Effective Strategies in Harm Reduction Housing
The Fred Victor Centre
Released: July, 2009
This new enabling grant research examines the strengths and weaknesses of Housing First programs for individuals who are using substances.
Jacques Tremblay, Action Consulting
Released: July, 2009
Commissioned by the Wellesley Institute, this research explores alternatives to shared housing as a transitional strategy through a harm reduction model that views chronic homelessness as a health and housing problem.
By: admin
On: Aug. 11, 2009
Wellesley Institute’s Federal Pre-Budget Backgrounder
Released: February, 2008
Summary: Review of three key federal programs affecting housing and homelessness with a focus on key issues and solutions.
By: admin
On: Jan. 20, 2009
Ontario’s new poverty reduction plan provides solid foundation; more investments required
The release of the Ontario government’s Poverty Reduction Strategy on December 4, 2008, marks a significant change from the terrible policies and practices of the past 15 years that have punished people who are poor for their poverty. The Wellesley Institute has released a detailed backgrounder that examines what’s in the latest announcement and sets out the crucial next steps. Read the rest of this entry »
By: Wellesley Institute
On: Dec. 17, 2008
Poverty is making us sick: A comprehensive survey of income and health in Canada
Released: December, 2008
Summary: This is the conclusion of powerful new tipping-point research released today by the Wellesley Institute and the Community Social Planning Council of Toronto. Read the rest of this entry »