Links
KW Out of the ColdInformation about the Out of the Cold program in Kitchener-Waterloo.
Homeless & Housing Umbrella Group
The Waterloo Region HHUG is a non-partisan group consisting of concerned individuals, including individuals with lived experience, agencies and groups committed to preventing and reducing homelessness in Waterloo Region.
HHUG Report Card - 2007
When Bricks & Mortar Are Not Enough
Report Card Booklet
Report Card - Glossary
Region of Waterloo - Social Services
"The All Roads Lead To Home" (Homelessness to Housing Stability Strategy) documents are here, including The Business Case for a Housing Based Approach to Reduce Homelessness in the Region of Wateroo
The Homeless Hub
The Homeless Hub is an innovative research library and information center focusing on homelessness issues in Canada.
Off the Streets - Video
April 23, 2008 (Runs 21:48) Portland, Oregon has had immense success at reducing homelessness. Now, the city of Victoria is trying to learn and apply Portland's methods.
Did you know?
- Last season (2007-2008) Out of the Cold served 19,453 meals and provided 10,488 bed-nights in their churches.
- In the Region of Waterloo, 2,831 individuals accessed emergency shelter services (2007)
- There are approximately 3,500 Households, representing about 9,000 women, men and children in Waterloo Region waiting for Community Housing.
"Accommodation for the homeless is an important pillar of a strong community. I applaud Supportive Housing of Waterloo‘s efforts to offer homeless people a positive future by providing them with their own home.
Brian Ruby,
Honorary Campaign Advisor
