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‘One-off funding announcements’ not the way to fix homelessness and substance use, says Burlington mayor

A group representing Ontario’s big cities is calling on the province to appoint a minister to lead a plan to tackle homelessness, mental health, and substance use, noting the federal government ‘has not stepped up as promised.’

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August 16, 2024

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A group representing Ontario’s big cities is calling on the province to appoint a minister to lead a plan to tackle homelessness, mental health, and substance use, noting the federal government ‘has not stepped up as promised.’

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