Government of Canada helping those who are homeless or at risk of becoming
homeless in Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines
SAINTE-ANNE-DES-PLAINES, QC,
The Honourable
"Our government is supporting many Canadians with housing needs and is fulfilling its commitment to help those seeking to break free from the cycle of homelessness and poverty," said Minister Paradis. "Through this investment, the Maison des jeunes in Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines will be able to help those who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless."
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This ongoing funding will ensure that the government can continue to assist people who require assistance, including homeless people and those at risk of homelessness, such as low-income Canadians, seniors, people with disabilities, recent immigrants and Aboriginal Canadians in need of support.
Canada's Economic Action Plan is building on these investments by making an additional one-time investment of more than
The availability of safe and stable housing and related supports is an important element in addressing homelessness and helping individuals who are homeless achieve greater self-sufficiency and a better quality of life. The Homelessness Partnering Strategy emphasizes longer-term supportive and transitional housing by focusing on a housing-first approach to help people transition out of the cycle of homelessness.
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The Government of
For more information on the Homelessness Partnering Strategy, please visit www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/homelessness/.
This news release is available in alternative formats upon request.
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The Homelessness Partnering Strategy (HPS) is a unique community-based program aimed at preventing and reducing homelessness by providing direct support and funding to more than 60 communities across
The HPS provides structures and supports that help people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless achieve self-sufficiency and full participation in society. The project model seeks to address homelessness by working in partnership with the provinces and territories, other federal departments, communities, and the private and non-profit sectors. By working with all our partners, we will maximize results to make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable Canadians. The Homelessness Partnering Strategy provides the support that our community partners are seeking.
The Homelessness Partnering Strategy uses a housing-first approach, recognizing that the first step is to provide individuals with transitional and supportive housing.
The HPS has seven funding streams: Regionally delivered: - Designated Communities - Outreach Communities - Aboriginal Communities Nationally delivered: - Federal Horizontal Pilot Projects - Homelessness Knowledge Development - Homeless Individuals and Families Information System - Surplus Federal Real Property for Homelessness Initiative
For more information on the Homelessness Partnering Strategy and the seven funding streams, please visit www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/homelessness/.
For further information: For further information: media only: Michelle Bakos, Press Secretary, Office of Minister Finley, (819) 994-2482; National Media Relations Office, Human Resources and Skills Development Canada, (819) 994-5559
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