Youth Homelessness By The Numbers

Youth make up one of the largest demographics of the homeless population in Canada. 20% of homeless people in Canada are between the ages of 13-25

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For thousands of young people across Canada, homelessness is a reality they face every day. As numbers have grown, so have the increasing rates of school drop-out, family breakdown, involvement in crime, and street entrenchment. And there’s no indication the situation is getting any better.

A Way Home shares Canadian data on youth homelessness that can support your advocacy efforts when working with partners, funders and decision makers.

Published on

June 13, 2024