A new report reveals that over 80,000 Ontarians experienced homelessness last year, with nearly half enduring long-term or recurring homelessness.
Released by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the study highlights a 25% increase in shelter and street homelessness compared to two years ago.
The association calls for a shift toward long-term housing solutions, proposing an $11-billion investment over 10 years to create 75,000 affordable housing units.
An additional $2 billion is needed to house encampment residents, signaling the urgent need for a comprehensive homelessness strategy.
