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An important milestone that affirms the human rights of people experiencing homelessness

Statements

The Federal Housing Advocate and Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Human Rights Commission welcome the Ontario Superior Court of Justice’s decision in The Regional Municipality of Waterloo v. Named Respondents and Persons Unknown (2026).

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Remarks for the Federal Housing Advocate - Forum of Ministers on human rights

Speeches

Federal Housing Advocate Marie-Josée Houle’s remarks to the Forum of Ministers on Human Rights in May 2026

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New reports offer guidance for strengthening the next National Housing Strategy

News Releases

Today, the Federal Housing Advocate published a series of new reports aimed at the federal government, offering essential guidance on how it can strengthen its housing investments and programs.

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Two years after landmark report, renewed action is needed as homelessness continues to rise

News Releases

Two years after the release of her landmark report on homeless encampments, the Federal Housing Advocate continues to urge all levels of government to do more to address the human rights crisis of homeless encampments in Canada.

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Submission to the Human Rights Committee at a glance

About the publication

Submission to the Human Rights Committee on the occasion of Canada’s 7th Periodic Review – February 2026.

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03/03/2026
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HR4-136/2026E-PDF
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