Preventing homelessness makes as much sense as preventing disease or accidents, yet Canada lacks a national approach to do so. A New Direction: A Framework for Homelessness Prevention sets out a vision for stopping homelessness before it begins.
While Housing First has advanced solutions for people already homeless, emergency responses still dominate. This framework outlines how Canada can shift toward true prevention—through clear policies, shared responsibility, and a human rights lens. Drawing on international examples, it calls for national action to address the causes of homelessness, not just its consequences.
You can access the framework here.