by Sarah Burnett-Murray | Sep 19, 2023 | All Publication, Events, Poverty Reduction and Elimination
Join us for a virtual town hall on Wednesday, September 20th at 7pm-8pm on Zoom. We’ll examine Ontario’s social assistance system & what needs to change! Register Here: Meeting Registration – Zoom Speakers Include: Dr. Peter Graefe, McMaster... 
by Ted Hildebrandt | Aug 30, 2023 | All Publication, Housing and Homelessness
In June 2022, the City of Hamilton Housing Services Division selected the Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton to conduct a post-pandemic review of the size of the emergency shelter system. The scope directed the SPRC to consult service providers, review... 
by SPRC Hamilton | Jul 4, 2023 | All Publication, Housing and Homelessness
June 30, 2023 Michelle BairdDirector of Housing ServicesCity of Hamilton71 Main St WestHamilton, ONL8P 4Y5 [via email] Dear Ms. Baird: RE: Open Letter to the City of Hamilton on the Proposed Encampment Protocol Please accept this letter as the Social Planning and... 
by SPRC Hamilton | Jun 22, 2023 | All Publication
We are pleased to share some of our accomplishments over the past year in our 2022/2023 Annual Impact Report. A highlight of the year was the SPRC brand receiving a fresh new look which reflects a revitalized image and purpose for SPRC Hamilton. Our dedication to... 
by SPRC Hamilton | Jun 9, 2023 | All Publication, Equity and Inclusion, Events
As you know, emboldened acts of hatred are plaguing Hamilton and the rest of the world. A coalition of many organizations and individuals formed No Hate in the Hammer in 2019 to address acts of Hate and build a more inclusive Hamilton. Over the past year, this group... 
by SPRC Hamilton | May 31, 2023 | All Publication, Housing and Homelessness
The Federal Housing Advocate has launched a review on homeless encampments as a violation of human rights in Canada. As part of the review, the Federal Housing Advocate is seeking input from people deprived of housing and community-based organizations on what is...