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Homelessness in Canada
Publication type:
Research Paper / Project Report
| Attachment | Size |
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 chodarr0516.pdf | 967.88 KB |
Agency:
Library of Parliament, Research Branch, Political and Social Affairs Division
Sponsor:
Minister of Supply and Services Canada
Series:
Current Issue Review89-8E
Date:
1996
Pages:
24
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Summary:
Defines 'homelessness' and examines demographics of the homeless in Canada and structural factors which lead to homelessness, including unemployment and affordable housing shortage. Dispels common stereotypes attributed to the homeless. Describes provincial and federal government 'responses' to homelessness. Includes chronology of federal government actions with regard to homelessness.
Keywords:
housing; homelessness; federal government policy; provincial government policy; history of homelessness