Author: Jill Bucklaschuk Finding affordable, secure, good quality housing is an essential and immediate part of the early settlement process for immigrants and refugees. Yet, obtaining appropriate housing can be daunting and often impossible in housing markets with a...
Author: Ellen Smirl Getting to doctors appointments, going to school, to work, attending social engagements, picking up groceries and even going to the beach should all affordable and accessible. This year’s State of the Inner City examines the barriers that...
Author: Lissie Rappaport In Winnipeg, there is a need for more affordable housing, as 21 percent of households (64,065 households) are living in unaffordable housing–according to CMHC’s definition of spending more than 30 percent of income on shelter....
Authored by: Leah McDonnell, Josie Lavoie, Andy Wood, Derek Kornelson, Jamie Cidro, Linda Manoakeesick For First Nations peoples living in rural and remote areas, accessing diagnostic health services and treatment often requires traveling long distances and, in some...
Many newcomers to Canada struggle with food insecurity and the health impacts of dietary acculturation, including increased risk for chronic disease. Few evaluated programs or resources exist to support newcomers with their food challenges and there is little...
