Understanding Youth Homelessness

Hidden Struggles of Youth Homelessness

Youth homelessness refers to individuals under 25 who lack stable, permanent housing. Many appear outwardly stable while privately facing instability, hunger, stress, and safety risks.

Causes:

Family conflict or breakdown

Abuse, neglect, or unsafe environments

Poverty and housing insecurity

Impact:

Lower academic performance and higher dropout risk

Increased mental and physical health challenges

Higher vulnerability to exploitation and violence

Scope of the Issue

Over 35,000 youth under 25 experience homelessness in Canada each year.

Shelter Use

Nearly 1 in 5 homeless youth in Canada rely on emergency shelters at some point during the year.

Economic Hardship

Many homeless youth work part-time or full-time jobs, but income alone is often insufficient.

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