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I was pleased to join researchers, community partners and people with lived experience at the #OttawaU Forum on Homelessness and Community-Engaged Research. These exchanges remind us how essential it is to bring diverse voices together to shape lasting solutions to #homelessness. –MJH
December 5, 2025 at 5:39 PM
I was pleased to join researchers, community partners and people with lived experience at the #OttawaU Forum on Homelessness and Community-Engaged Research. These exchanges remind us how essential it is to bring diverse voices together to shape lasting solutions to #homelessness. –MJH
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Tomorrow on #December6, we remember the 14 women whose lives were taken simply because they were women.
Gender-based violence must be confronted in our communities. To end femicide, we must challenge misogyny and hate wherever we see it.
Learn more: www.canada.ca/en/women-gen...
Gender-based violence must be confronted in our communities. To end femicide, we must challenge misogyny and hate wherever we see it.
Learn more: www.canada.ca/en/women-gen...
December 5, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Tomorrow on #December6, we remember the 14 women whose lives were taken simply because they were women.
Gender-based violence must be confronted in our communities. To end femicide, we must challenge misogyny and hate wherever we see it.
Learn more: www.canada.ca/en/women-gen...
Gender-based violence must be confronted in our communities. To end femicide, we must challenge misogyny and hate wherever we see it.
Learn more: www.canada.ca/en/women-gen...
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"People in encampments are in a daily struggle for survival, and public perceptions about their safety are being weaponized to justify the criminalization of poverty and homelessness." Thank you, @housinglogement.bsky.social. www.thetrillium.ca/news/housing...
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Ontario should end forced encampment evictions, federal housing advocate says
Advocates told the official that three provincial laws encourage municipalities ‘to back away from a human rights-based response to encampments.’
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December 5, 2025 at 4:58 PM
"People in encampments are in a daily struggle for survival, and public perceptions about their safety are being weaponized to justify the criminalization of poverty and homelessness." Thank you, @housinglogement.bsky.social. www.thetrillium.ca/news/housing...
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NEWS: In a new report published today, the Federal Housing Advocate is recommending permanent federal investments in human rights-based responses to #encampments. Consult the full news release ➡️ www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/resources/ne...
December 4, 2025 at 3:39 PM
NEWS: In a new report published today, the Federal Housing Advocate is recommending permanent federal investments in human rights-based responses to #encampments. Consult the full news release ➡️ www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/resources/ne...
I welcome today’s release of the National Housing Council’s #Neha review panel reports on the right to housing for women and gender diverse people: nhc-cnl.ca/publications...
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November 25, 2025 at 4:29 PM
I welcome today’s release of the National Housing Council’s #Neha review panel reports on the right to housing for women and gender diverse people: nhc-cnl.ca/publications...
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🎙️New podcast!
Don’t miss the new podcast on the importance of accessible housing from the @ciaj-icaj.bsky.social.
Listen here: ciaj-icaj.ca/en/podcasts/...
Don’t miss the new podcast on the importance of accessible housing from the @ciaj-icaj.bsky.social.
Listen here: ciaj-icaj.ca/en/podcasts/...
November 24, 2025 at 3:26 PM
🎙️New podcast!
Don’t miss the new podcast on the importance of accessible housing from the @ciaj-icaj.bsky.social.
Listen here: ciaj-icaj.ca/en/podcasts/...
Don’t miss the new podcast on the importance of accessible housing from the @ciaj-icaj.bsky.social.
Listen here: ciaj-icaj.ca/en/podcasts/...
As we mark #NationalHousingDay, it is a reminder that adequate, accessible, safe and affordable housing is a human right. Yet for many in Canada, particularly people with disabilities, this right remains unmet.
November 21, 2025 at 2:18 PM
As we mark #NationalHousingDay, it is a reminder that adequate, accessible, safe and affordable housing is a human right. Yet for many in Canada, particularly people with disabilities, this right remains unmet.
We need to build more housing that will meet people's needs today, and in the future.
If housing is designed with these considerations in mind from the start, it costs less money and is easier to retrofit when people’s needs change – whether that’s ageing in place or acquiring a disability.
If housing is designed with these considerations in mind from the start, it costs less money and is easier to retrofit when people’s needs change – whether that’s ageing in place or acquiring a disability.
November 20, 2025 at 3:13 PM
We need to build more housing that will meet people's needs today, and in the future.
If housing is designed with these considerations in mind from the start, it costs less money and is easier to retrofit when people’s needs change – whether that’s ageing in place or acquiring a disability.
If housing is designed with these considerations in mind from the start, it costs less money and is easier to retrofit when people’s needs change – whether that’s ageing in place or acquiring a disability.
In Canada, over 8 million people aged 15 and older live with a disability. And everyone’s abilities evolve over time and as we grow older.
Building more accessible housing is part of meeting Canada’s #HumanRights obligations. #Accessible housing matters to us all. 🌐
#NationalHousingDay
Building more accessible housing is part of meeting Canada’s #HumanRights obligations. #Accessible housing matters to us all. 🌐
#NationalHousingDay
November 19, 2025 at 6:23 PM
In Canada, over 8 million people aged 15 and older live with a disability. And everyone’s abilities evolve over time and as we grow older.
Building more accessible housing is part of meeting Canada’s #HumanRights obligations. #Accessible housing matters to us all. 🌐
#NationalHousingDay
Building more accessible housing is part of meeting Canada’s #HumanRights obligations. #Accessible housing matters to us all. 🌐
#NationalHousingDay
Building accessible housing must be a priority. And housing policy plays a key role. 📜
The federal government is about to make a historic investment in non-market and supportive housing through the Build Canada Homes agency.
The federal government is about to make a historic investment in non-market and supportive housing through the Build Canada Homes agency.
November 19, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Building accessible housing must be a priority. And housing policy plays a key role. 📜
The federal government is about to make a historic investment in non-market and supportive housing through the Build Canada Homes agency.
The federal government is about to make a historic investment in non-market and supportive housing through the Build Canada Homes agency.
Let's make accessible housing a priority. Both #housing and #accessibility are fundamental human rights. Let's work together to build communities where everyone can live with dignity and independence. www.youtube.com/watch?v=5UIo...
November 18, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Let's make accessible housing a priority. Both #housing and #accessibility are fundamental human rights. Let's work together to build communities where everyone can live with dignity and independence. www.youtube.com/watch?v=5UIo...
#NationalHousingDay is Nov. 22. Follow along all week as we highlight accessible housing in Canada. 🏡
Both housing and accessibility are fundamental to human rights.
Inclusion makes us stronger.
#NHD
Both housing and accessibility are fundamental to human rights.
Inclusion makes us stronger.
#NHD
November 18, 2025 at 3:24 PM
#NationalHousingDay is Nov. 22. Follow along all week as we highlight accessible housing in Canada. 🏡
Both housing and accessibility are fundamental to human rights.
Inclusion makes us stronger.
#NHD
Both housing and accessibility are fundamental to human rights.
Inclusion makes us stronger.
#NHD
I was pleased to present at the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness conference this week alongside Caroline Leblanc. Great discussion about accountability, meaningful engagement, and the right to adequate housing. Thank you all for the rich discussions! –MJH #CAEH25
October 31, 2025 at 7:32 PM
I was pleased to present at the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness conference this week alongside Caroline Leblanc. Great discussion about accountability, meaningful engagement, and the right to adequate housing. Thank you all for the rich discussions! –MJH #CAEH25
On #WorldHomelessDay, we renew our call to end homelessness and uphold the rights and dignity of people experiencing it.
Today, we’re shining a light on the urgent issue of #encampments in Canada. Meaningful engagement with residents is key to finding lasting, human rights-based solutions.
Today, we’re shining a light on the urgent issue of #encampments in Canada. Meaningful engagement with residents is key to finding lasting, human rights-based solutions.
October 10, 2025 at 2:05 PM
On #WorldHomelessDay, we renew our call to end homelessness and uphold the rights and dignity of people experiencing it.
Today, we’re shining a light on the urgent issue of #encampments in Canada. Meaningful engagement with residents is key to finding lasting, human rights-based solutions.
Today, we’re shining a light on the urgent issue of #encampments in Canada. Meaningful engagement with residents is key to finding lasting, human rights-based solutions.
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October 8, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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Last week, I visited Cambridge, Kitchener, London, Hamilton and Toronto to hear from people on the ground about the homelessness crisis and learn how governments are responding to encampments since the release of my report and recommendations in February 2024.
October 3, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Last week, I visited Cambridge, Kitchener, London, Hamilton and Toronto to hear from people on the ground about the homelessness crisis and learn how governments are responding to encampments since the release of my report and recommendations in February 2024.
Today, I wrote to the Mayor and City Councillors in Barrie to express my grave concern about a motion being debated tonight to Update the Use of City Property By-law in response to encampments.
October 1, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Today, I wrote to the Mayor and City Councillors in Barrie to express my grave concern about a motion being debated tonight to Update the Use of City Property By-law in response to encampments.
Very pleased to meet with the #Toronto Underhoused and Homeless Union yesterday. Thank you for taking the time to share the experience and concerns of people with lived experience of homelessness. I look forward to staying in touch and working together to protect human rights. –MJH
September 26, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Very pleased to meet with the #Toronto Underhoused and Homeless Union yesterday. Thank you for taking the time to share the experience and concerns of people with lived experience of homelessness. I look forward to staying in touch and working together to protect human rights. –MJH
Yesterday, I visited #Cambridge and #Kitchener, Ontario. I heard about the challenges experienced by people living in #encampments and organizations that support them.
September 23, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Yesterday, I visited #Cambridge and #Kitchener, Ontario. I heard about the challenges experienced by people living in #encampments and organizations that support them.
The launch of #BuildCanadaHomes is a welcome step towards the #Right2Housing. Its focus on non-market housing, public land, and affordability is a positive shift and aligns with my advice to government.
September 17, 2025 at 6:17 PM
The launch of #BuildCanadaHomes is a welcome step towards the #Right2Housing. Its focus on non-market housing, public land, and affordability is a positive shift and aligns with my advice to government.
Reminder: Don’t miss the virtual panel discussion for What We Dreamed of Then, September 16, 3-4:30 PM Atlantic! Register: humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
September 15, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Reminder: Don’t miss the virtual panel discussion for What We Dreamed of Then, September 16, 3-4:30 PM Atlantic! Register: humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
What does hidden #homelessness look like? 🏠 What We Dreamed of Then tells the story of this reality.
Screen the film for free, & join the virtual panel Sept. 16, with Marie-Josée Houle, Taylor Olson & Tanya Ellsworth.
✅ Register: humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
Screen the film for free, & join the virtual panel Sept. 16, with Marie-Josée Houle, Taylor Olson & Tanya Ellsworth.
✅ Register: humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
Human Rights on Screen: What We Dreamed of Then | Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission
Amid an ongoing housing crisis, stories from the perspective of individuals experiencing housing precarity are central to our understanding of the complex challenges facing Canadians, including circum...
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September 11, 2025 at 8:45 PM
What does hidden #homelessness look like? 🏠 What We Dreamed of Then tells the story of this reality.
Screen the film for free, & join the virtual panel Sept. 16, with Marie-Josée Houle, Taylor Olson & Tanya Ellsworth.
✅ Register: humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
Screen the film for free, & join the virtual panel Sept. 16, with Marie-Josée Houle, Taylor Olson & Tanya Ellsworth.
✅ Register: humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
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A great new report, says the author :-)
September 5, 2025 at 12:23 AM
A great new report, says the author :-)
#News: A new report shows it would take Canada 1,000 years to eliminate #homelessness and core housing need at the current pace of building affordable homes.
September 4, 2025 at 3:21 PM
#News: A new report shows it would take Canada 1,000 years to eliminate #homelessness and core housing need at the current pace of building affordable homes.