Start Date: 2025-01-18
End Date: 2025-01-24

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Federal Agreements with Municipalities on Homelessness

The Government of Canada has announced significant agreements with 11 municipalities across Ontario and Saskatchewan, allocating over $91.5 million in federal funds to address homelessness. These agreements bypass stalled provincial negotiations, providing direct financial support to cities like Toronto, Hamilton, and Saskatoon. The funds will match local contributions and aid in implementing Community Encampment Response Plans. This move aims to expand shelter options and transitional housing, directly impacting municipal strategies against homelessness.

Sources: ['Announcements: www.canada.ca']

Expansion of Addiction Services in New Brunswick

Health Canada announced a $900,000 investment in the Sophia Recovery Centre in Saint John to enhance the peer substance use health workforce. The funding will focus on mentorship and wellness training for women with experience in substance use. This initiative is part of the Substance Use and Addictions Program, reflecting a broader effort to provide community-based health information and recovery services. The project includes therapy access and wellness education, potentially setting a precedent for similar programs nationwide.

Sources: ['Announcements: www.canada.ca']