Canada vows to end homelessness within 10 years pledging $17.8bn in 2026 budget

Ottawa plans to spend $11.2 billion over four years, beginning in 2027, and a total of $17.8 billion over the next decade Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's government has pledged to end homelessness in Canada within 10 years, announcing billions in new funding as part of the 2026 federal budget. According to Global News, Ottawa plans to spend $11.2 billion over four years, beginning in 2027, and a total of $17.8 billion over the next decade to tackle the country's homelessness crisis. The government says the funding will help 'create the conditions to end homelessness' through a new programme supporting housing, healthcare, addiction treatment and social services. The budget also proposes building more supportive and transitional housing for people experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing their homes. Under the proposed arrangement, the federal government would cover construction and other capital costs, while provinces and territories would fund ongoing operations. These would include healthcare, employment training, income assistance and other essential support services. Ottawa plans to negotiate agreements with provincial and territorial governments before the spring 2027 economic update to determine how the funding and responsibilities will be shared. The budget also includes a broader commitment to expand non-market housing, with plans to build 200,000 new homes across Canada over the next decade.