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There's A Solution For Mental Health Homelessness In Canada. And It's Cheaper Than Doing Nothing

"They understand you, they help you. I feel safe living here."
Joshua Ostroff

After Seven Years Living On The Streets, How Curtis Got Back Inside. In His Own Words

So when did it go wrong? I don't know if it was ever really good.
Joshua Ostroff

When Canada's Homeless Read 'Mean Tweets,' There's Nothing To Laugh About

A new take on the very popular YouTube series.
By Arti Patel, The Huffington Post Canada

Three Things We Can Do to End Poverty in Canada

"Time to end poverty in Canada" has been the message from the Salvation Army coming across our TV screens this holiday season. A great idea from an organization that fights poverty every day in our country -- but is it realistic? Yes, it is. Poverty doesn't just cost the poor their dignity and a reasonable standard of living, it costs us all.
Sen. Art Eggleton

Toronto Hospital Forges Innovative Path For The Homeless

Despite all the advantages we have in Canada, homelessness is a reality for far too many citizens — and besides being a serious
By Dileen Simms, The Huffington Post Canada