Help Shape Waterloo Region's Plan to End Chronic Homelessness
Official title: The Plan to End Chronic Homelessness
Waterloo Region is tackling its worst homelessness crisis ever. The community co-created a roadmap called 'The Plan' to end chronic homelessness. The survey phase has closed, but you can still ask questions and follow progress as the region implements solutions.
Why This Matters
Know someone who's struggled to find housing? Homelessness in Waterloo Region is at an all-time high. This plan affects how shelters, housing supports, and community services work together. If you live in Kitchener, Waterloo, or Cambridge, these decisions shape your community.
What Could Change
The Region is implementing a multi-year strategy with new funding for housing supports and shelter services. A 'Roadmap to Functional Zero' funding strategy is guiding investments. Progress reports go to Regional Council regularly, with the latest update in October 2025.
Key Issues
- How can the community work together to end chronic homelessness?
- What strategies and resources are needed to house people experiencing long-term homelessness?
- How should the Region fund and implement the plan over time?
How to Participate
- Ask a question through the Q & A portal to get answers from project staff.
- Email endchronichomelessness@regionofwaterloo.ca with your questions or feedback.
- Read The Plan to End Chronic Homelessness to understand the full strategy.