Last night, Regional Council approved the final report of #ThePlanWR to serve as the Region's official plan to prevent and end chronic homelessness. The report, “Navigating Complexity Together: A Roadmap to Functional Zero by 2030,” was co-created by the #WatReg community. 1/4
NEWS: The current system is not designed or adequately resourced to address the increase of individuals requiring support...specifically those who are precariously housed or experiencing hidden #homelessness.."
SOURCE: https://t.co/FNgG2cjNgF
Appreciated the invitation to participate on the panel discussion at ROMA today on rural homelessness moderated by Steve Paikin
#regionofwaterloo#theplan
Last week, Regional Council approved $1.96 million in funding for Community Living Cambridge to build a 20-unit #rentalhousing development on its Hespeler Rd. property in @CityofCambridge. The units will be in a congregate setting with full-time supports and services.
At Region of Waterloo, we value the diverse backgrounds and experiences of team members who reflect the wonderful communities that we serve. Find out how you can contribute as our next Tenant & Community Relations Specialist. https://t.co/J6YQsgR7kr #Waterloo#WRAwesome
#HomesForAll update: Construction is well underway at 420 Kingscourt Dr in #Waterloo! Since breaking ground earlier this year, we've been rapidly building 73 affordable housing units that will make a difference in the lives of people waiting for an affordable home in #WatReg. 1/2
Communities thrive when everyone has a place to call home. Today's #ROW50th looks at an historic 5-year plan we made in 2021, called Building Better Futures. To meet the great need in #WatReg, we will create 2500 affordable homes by the end of 2025🧵1/5
Pleased to announce that @RegionWaterloo's affordable housing plan, Building Better Futures, has surpassed its year three building goal 🏘️
Thanks to our staff, local partners, as well as @housingON & @CMHC_ca for making this progress possible 👏
➡️ https://t.co/VFUequaODH
A Mid-Project Key Findings Report for #ThePlanWR is now available. The report summarizes input received from the community and explores the current state of the Housing Stability System in #WaterlooRegion.
Read the report: https://t.co/khVMk5byyY
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Join a collaborative culture where your ideas and efforts will strengthen and grow the Region of Waterloo community. Apply now! https://t.co/rNWWriNJU3 #Waterloo
The @KwNative will open the region’s first Indigenous-led transitional housing project this week. The site will provide temporary housing for individuals experiencing homelessness who identify as Indigenous. Read more: https://t.co/57299RgJQa
Want to learn more about #ThePlanWR? Looking to speak in person with a member of the team?
Drop by the pop-up booth at Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum this Saturday, August 5. No admission to the museum required to visit the booth.
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
10 Huron Road, Kitchener
🔗https://t.co/295eKAiXbn
Only a few days left to complete the community engagement survey for #ThePlanWR!
Let us know what you think our community should start or stop doing to end chronic #homelessness in #WaterlooRegion.
Take the survey now: https://t.co/bYqiSQHQuO
Join the community effort to create The Plan to End Chronic Homelessness. @RegionWaterloo@sdcwr and community partners are looking for your ideas. Visit https://t.co/YHi279BzpP to take a survey and learn more. #ThePlanWR
Sign up for a #VirtualEngagementLab where facilitators will guide participants through information-seeking activities. Space is limited - SAVE THE DATE: July 19, 2023
Registration is required: https://t.co/FIOhPlN9CM
#ThePlanWR@ThePlanWR@sdcwr@RegionWaterloo
Good morning #WatReg! Are you headed to the Hespeler Village Music Festival? Come say hi and share your ideas on how to make our community thrive - we love to hear what’s important to you! See you soon!
The number of people experiencing #homelessness in #WaterlooRegion is higher than ever before.
@regionwaterloo is working with community partners to develop a roadmap of strategies and timelines to end chronic homelessness.
Together, our community will co-create #ThePlanWR.
At Region of Waterloo, we offer in-house learning opportunities, and job related workshops so our employees can reach their full potential. Step into a new career path ─ apply now to join our team. https://t.co/EGNEwJvu1T #Waterloo