Unpacking the government’s $30-billion plan to end homelessness

Summary

The latest federal budget had a line item that was intriguing and ambitious: $30-billion in spending over the next decade to put a roof over every Canadian’s head. The plan is a mix of new supportive and transitional housing developments, low-income rental assistance and a $7-billion commitment to facilities that provide mental health, addictions treatment and other support services. But how will this work? Can the Carney government succeed where other governments have largely failed? Patrick White, The Globe’s cities reporter, joins The Decibel to break down the federal government’s…

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