Ending poverty is possible, shows new approach to measuring the problem
The poverty deficit – created by Wellesley Institute – shows the cost to end poverty in Ontario less than the cost of poverty itself.
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The poverty deficit: A new way to improve poverty measurement and policy
Introducing the poverty deficit – a new way to measure the depth of poverty – and a lens to use in future poverty reduction strategies.
Ontario 2026 Budget: Our submission on supportive housing
Wellesley Institute joined the Supportive Housing for Ontario Table in making the following written submission about the need for supportive…
Ontario 2026 Budget: Statement on supportive housing
Wellesley spoke about supportive housing to the Ontario government’s pre-budget consultations on behalf of the Supportive Housing for Ontario Table.
Our response to Federal Budget 2025
Economic measures to address global uncertainty should not place our most vulnerable residents in jeopardy for the sake of that aim.
Ontario Budget 2025: Our response
Wellesley Institute provided advice to all parties throughout the course of the recent provincial election, making recommendations on ensuring everyone…
Ontario Election series: Analysis of party platforms on thriving
Wellesley Institute’s Ontario Election 2025 series laid out our recommendations for what provincial party leaders can do to advance health…
Federal Liberal leadership series: On housing
The Liberal Party of Canada leadership race is underway. The successful candidate will run in an upcoming federal election that…
City of Toronto Budget 2025: Our recommendations
Residents across the City of Toronto experience significant disparities in housing, income and mental health and well-being. These inequities create…
Federal Pre-Budget 2025 Submission: Time for vision and leadership on health equity
Wellesley Institute submitted the following recommendations last week for Federal Budget 2025. Introduction Canada has significant inequities in the social…
Pride Month highlights need to address 2SLGBTQ+ homelessness
Pride Month is not only a time to celebrate 2SLGBTQ+ communities, but a call for more equitable policies across all…
Mississauga’s mayoral byelection: Our position
Mississauga’s Mayoral byelection will be held on June 10, 2024. Regardless of who is elected, the next Mayor of Mississauga…