1200x630_ENWe must do more to address homelessness in Canada. Homelessness is a challenge in all regions of our country. Each year, nearly 140,000 people continue to use emergency shelters across Canada.

We must find long-term solutions which help people exit homelessness and establish stable housing.

We’re lucky to have so many organizations that help families and individuals here in Dartmouth-Cole Harbour. Organizations which help folks by giving them hope, dignity and a chance for a fresh start.

We are seeing some progress in preventing and reducing homelessness. But we need to find solutions that work for the long-term.

Now’s the time for innovative solutions to the depth and breadth of homelessness issues across the country- particularly among Indigenous Canadians, youth, women fleeing violence and our Veterans.

Are you in? Do you want to make a difference?

The Government of Canada has launched two calls for proposals for innovative projects that aim to prevent and reduce homelessness.

Starting now, eligible organizations and citizens can submit proposals for one or both calls including:

The call for proposals for microgrants – Apply for up to $25,000 in funding for small-scale projects. Projects must focus on exploring effective and innovative practices, tools or initiatives that prevent or reduce homelessness in Canada. This call is open until October 21.

The call for proposals for contribution projects – Apply for funding between $25,000 to $500,000 for large-scale pilot projects. Projects must aim to test innovative and promising interventions and practices to prevent or reduce homelessness in Canada. This call is open until November 14.

For more information visit Canada.ca/Homelessness.