A new report from Ontario’s municipalities shows homelessness continues to rise across the province.
An estimated 85,000 people were without housing last year, with nearly 2,000 encampments reported.
The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) says years of underfunding have strained support systems.
The report warns homelessness could double by 2035 if no changes are made.
AMO stands by the recommendations for action made in 2025 calling for:
- An investment of an additional $11 billion over 10 years to boost the supply of supportive, transitional and community housing and increase prevention programs could end chronic homelessness in Ontario.
- To largely solve the challenge of homeless encampments, an estimated additional $2 billion over 8 years is needed.
AMO is also asking for a continuation of the National Housing Strategy and better government coordination and action to increase program outcomes in the most effective manner possible.
Collaboration between all orders of government is required to ensure our homelessness and housing dollars are having the biggest impact.
