Indigenous Eviction Prevention: Decolonial Practice in Housing and Harm Reduction
This guide, presented by ey stelnexw (the Indigenous Outreach Workers Network), explores best practices in eviction prevention within Indigenous communities. Rooted in the context of British Columbia’s Lekwungen Territories, it addresses the historical and ongoing impacts of colonialism on Indigenous health and wellness, particularly in housing. Highlighting systemic racism within Canada’s social systems, the guide stresses the necessity of safe, affordable, and culturally appropriate housing as fundamental to the well-being of Indigenous peoples. It aligns with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the National Housing Strategy Act, advocating for an approach that integrates traditional cultural practices with contemporary housing solutions.