Yes, It’s Cheaper: The Cost-Based Case for Homelessness Prevention — Prevention Matters! Session 11

Yes, It’s Cheaper: The Cost-Based Case for Homelessness Prevention — Prevention Matters! Session 11

We can end homelessness, and the cost of failing to do so is unacceptably high.

Investing in affordable and appropriate housing can seem like a significant upfront expense. However, the consequences of inaction are far more costly.

When we choose not to invest adequately in housing for the poorest Canadians, health care, justice, and other taxpayer-funded costs increase dramatically. While it may not sound intuitive to some, research shows it is more cost-effective to invest in preventing homelessness than continuing to react to it with band-aid solutions.

Ready to learn why? Check out this panel discussion for a detailed breakdown on the cost comparison and insights into cost-effective solutions for the homelessness crisis.