Elders-In-Residence program at Kikékyelc: A place of belonging
Kikékyelc is a 31-unit, culturally safe, supported and affordable housing complex that is home to First Nation, Métis and Inuit youth transitioning from the child welfare system to more independent living. Its Elders-in-Residence program, where five seniors will live...
Promotion and Realization of the Right to Housing of Racialized Tenants in Montreal
Realizing the right to housing of racialized tenants in Montreal is key for building better cities. ACORN’s outreach model, using door-to-door and promoting tenant involvement through working groups, is unique and has proven its effectiveness through the identification of fundamental issues that tenants face on a regular basis. Collective work enables solutions to be put in place and guarantees a deep commitment from the latter. This model is particularly fruitful for highlighting the issues affecting the most vulnerable tenants and for developing their leadership in establishing solutions.
Downtown Eastside Vancouver SRO Hub
Partners Dr. Jeff Masuda, Centre for Environmental Health Equity, Queen’s University Kellie Carroll, Executive Director, Network of Inner City Community Services Society (NICCSS) Lorraine Copas, Executive Director, Social Planning and Research Council of BC Abigail...