Key recommendations
(1) Increase in affordable non-market housing by provincial and municipal levels of government;
(2) Putting in place a rent supplement program so the refugees can afford private renal market housing;
(3) Federal government waiving transportation and medical loans, so it doesn’t compromise their hous...
Future research / gaps identified:
There is a lack of research on the experiences of refugees who have experienced homelessness in urban areas of Canada.
Need for more research on the effectiveness of social justice-oriented counselling in addressing the unique needs of refugees who have experienced homelessness....
Community organizations:
Calgary Homeless Foundation
United Way of Calgary and Area
Future research / gaps identified:
The need for additional research into the negotiation of assistance and informal housing arrangements among ethno-cultural communities.
The role of gender in housing experiences for newcom...