Understanding the “whys” behind homelessness is essential to effectively addressing it today. Even with good intentions, acting without understanding the context can lead organizations down the wrong path in their prevention efforts.

To commemorate Black History Month 2025, February’s Prevention Matters! panel highlighted often-overlooked pieces of history that underlie modern experiences of homelessness for Black communities. Panelists then discussed how we could address these historical factors in order to advance homelessness prevention, highlighting lessons from their current work.

Watch the recording now for critical insights into the history that must be understood to address Black homelessness in Canada!