Advancing Solutions to Homelessness in Red Deer
Interim Report — “What We Learned”
The Interim Report provides a foundational understanding of homelessness in Red Deer. It documents the scale of the issue, identifies key challenges, and shares insights from community engagement and research. Topics include the factors driving homelessness, service gaps, and the experiences of those directly affected. This report established the evidence base needed to design meaningful recommendations.
Final Report — “Recommendations”
The Final Report presents eighteen recommendations grouped into four priority areas:
- System Coordination – Strengthening collaboration among agencies, aligning resources, and improving access points.
- Housing Solutions – Expanding prevention, rapid re-housing, supportive housing, and long-term tenancy pathways.
- Prevention and Stabilization – Reducing inflow into homelessness by addressing upstream risks such as employment, health, and community supports.
- Community Safety and Well-Being – Promoting approaches that balance dignity, vitality, and public safety in Red Deer.
Each recommendation includes rationale, expected impact, and guidance for implementation. The report emphasizes measurable outcomes such as fewer people experiencing homelessness, faster connections to housing, greater housing stability, and improved community well-being.