The Plan

Help us reach functional zero by 2030

The Plan to End Chronic Homelessness is Waterloo Region's roadmap to make sure everyone has a safe, stable home. It was created with input from people with lived experience, service providers, community groups, and local government.

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Our Focus Areas

Better Policies and Shared Accountability

Learn how better policies and teamwork keep us on track.

Listening to Community Voices

Discover how lived experience and community knowledge guide the plan.

Working Together Across Systems

Explore how housing, health, and community services connect to support people.

Fair and Inclusive Housing

Learn how housing and supports are designed to meet different needs fairly.

Stopping Homelessness Before It Starts

Discover how prevention programs help people keep their homes.

Changing How We Talk About Homelessness

Find out how changing the way we talk about homelessness can help end stigma.

Pushing for Big Change Together

Lasting change takes teamwork at every level: local, regional, provincial, and national. By joining forces, we can make a bigger impact.

What we're doing in 2025

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Looking Ahead

Our future Priority Actions

More housing on unused land
Indigenous-focused housing strategies
Youth Strategy
Housing plan for veterans

How you can help

  • Learn and share. Tell friends and neighbours about the Plan.
  • Add your voice. Write to your councillor, MPP or MP about affordable housing.
  • Join in. Come to town halls and community meetings.
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