This timeline provides an overview of some of the key housing issues faced by communities across Ontario and how governments have responded to these issues over the past 50 years, including a detailed look at how the pandemic has exacerbated existing issues. It shows that, as investments in affordable housing have dwindled, housing insecurity has grown – especially among the most vulnerable communities.
Housing is among the top areas receiving investments in the 2022 federal budget. Some of the housing investments are promising, however the budget falls short in responding to the urgent housing needs of those most impacted by the housing affordability and homelessness crisis. Our analysis highlights the key housing investments that have been made, as well as important gaps that remain.
