Public service announcements about COVID-19 from the Government of Canada – available in 19 Indigenous languages https://www.sac-isc.gc.ca/eng/1583781906998/1583781926813
COVID-19 Resources in Indigenous Languagues
NEWS RELEASE: Canada announces support to those experiencing homelessness and women fleeing gender-based violence during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic
News release April 4, 2020 Gatineau, Quebec Employment and Social Development Canada The health and safety of all Canadians is the top priority for the Government of Canada, especially the uniquely vulnerable. That is why the Government is making investments in those who are most vulnerable to the COVID-19 pandemic—those experiencing homelessness and women fleeing... Continue Reading →
NEWS RELEASE: Prime Minister announces support for vulnerable Canadians affected by COVID‑19
March 29, 2020 Ottawa, Ontario During the global COVID-19 outbreak, the Government of Canada is working hard to help Canadians, including our youth and seniors. Over the last week alone, we have announced major new supports for families, for workers, and for businesses. But even with this extra help, people are facing a tough situation.... Continue Reading →
NEWS RELEASE: Prime Minister announces more support for workers and businesses through Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan
March 18, 2020Ottawa, Ontario The Government of Canada is taking strong and quick action to protect our economy, and the health, safety, and jobs of all Canadians during the global COVID-19 outbreak. The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced a new set of economic measures to help stabilize the economy and help Canadians affected by... Continue Reading →
Briefing: Towards an update of the Market Basket
Summary The purpose of the discussion paper is to provide an update on the work that Statistics Canada has undertaken to update the MBM methodology applied in the provinces, focusing specifically on the elements of the methodology associated with the five components. The market basket is comprised of five major components: FoodClothingTransportation: recognize the costs... Continue Reading →
Briefing: Mandate Letters
Summary The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, the new Minister of Families, Children and Social Development will be the primary person responsible for the National Housing Strategy. Issue On Friday, December 13, 2019, the federal cabinet received its mandate letters from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, which outline the roles and responsibilities of each Minister for the term.... Continue Reading →
Highlights from the Vancouver HIFIS Workshop
On November 26-27, 2019, EDSC hosted the second out of three redesigned HIFIS Regional Workshops in Vancouver, British Columbia. The purpose of the workshop is to build the knowledge, skills and network connections to support HIFIS implementation in Designated Communities. All Reaching Home Designated Communities are invited regardless of Homelessness Management Information System (HMIS) they... Continue Reading →
Welcome to the Circle
Aanii, Boozhoo, Tansi, Kwe'. Welcome to the Indigenous CE Circle. This site will be a hub for all things related to Indigenous Homelessness. You'll find information on Reaching Home, policy updates and analysis, news articles, forums, videos, and more. We are committed to ensuring you're in the know and are supported throughout this process that... Continue Reading →
The Indigenous Homelessness Circle 