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The Alberta government is updating the province’s approach to addressing homelessness.
In 2022, the province committed to testing and implementing a new, coordinated approach to handling homelessness through Alberta’s Action Plan on Homelessness.
To finish implementing the action plan, the provincial government will be streamlining grant administration for housing with support and providing provincial funding directly to front-line service providers, and Indigenous-led organizations.
The funding will help individuals experiencing homelessness move into and maintain stable housing with access to the wraparound supports they need, a Government of Alberta news release said.
“Our government has invested an unprecedented amount of funding and effort into addressing homelessness in Alberta. As shown by the success of our navigation centres and other innovative approaches, our government’s efforts to better coordinate supports are making a positive difference for vulnerable Albertans,” said Jason Nixon, Minister of Seniors, Community, and Social Services. “I look forward to expanding our valuable partnerships with front-line service agencies across the province as we continue to follow through on our commitments.”
To improve the coordination of the wraparound supports and achieve better outcomes for those seeking help, the Alberta government is also working to improve the accuracy of data collection on a provincial scale.
Alberta’s government will continue to work closely with front-line service providers, municipalities, and community partners to ensure minimal disruption in services as the improved delivery model is implemented.
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Going forward, a panel will be established to help shape the province’s long-term approach to addressing homelessness.
The panel is tasked with ensuring Alberta’s long-term approach continues to meet the needs of Albertans experiencing homelessness, with an increased focus on Indigenous communities, rural needs, complex addictions, and mental health.
Co-chaired by Justin Wright, the MLA for Cypress-Medicine Hat, and Robin James, the chief administrative officer of the Lethbridge Housing Authority, the panel will advise the province on how to continue to reduce homelessness across Alberta.
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