Quebec and Ottawa Join Forces with $100 Million to Combat Homelessness
The new funding aims to create more shelter spaces and support those at risk of homelessness in Quebec
Montreal, Quebec, Canada, Homelessness, Funding
MONTREAL: So, guess what? The federal and provincial governments just announced a big deal—$100 million to tackle homelessness in Quebec. Pretty cool, right?
This cash is going to help create more shelter spaces and build new warming centers. Plus, it’ll support folks who are really close to losing their homes. It’s a much-needed boost!
Ottawa is chipping in $50 million over the next two years. This is part of a larger $250 million plan from Budget 2024 to deal with homelessness and encampments across Canada.
And the Quebec government is matching that funding with $50 million from its own $400 million budget set aside for fighting homelessness since 2021. Teamwork makes the dream work!
This announcement comes after Montreal’s Mayor Valérie Plante mentioned a “constitutional fight” that was holding up funds the city desperately needed. Talk about a headache!
There were reports that negotiations were stuck because Quebec didn’t like some of the conditions tied to the federal money. But it looks like they’ve finally worked it out.
This news was first shared by The Canadian Press on December 13, 2024. Let’s hope this funding makes a real difference!