Residents are being invited to help shape the future of housing and homelessness services as the City of Peterborough updates its 10-Year Housing and Homelessness Plan.
The plan is a long-term strategy that guides how housing and homelessness services are delivered locally. First established in 2014 as a provincial requirement, it was developed through extensive community input, including people with lived experience, housing providers and local service organizations. A five-year review in 2019 reaffirmed the need for sustained, coordinated action to reduce homelessness.
An updated plan is now being developed to guide actions from 2027 to 2036. It will focus on improving housing affordability, expanding supportive and transitional housing options, strengthening homelessness prevention, and enhancing collaboration across all levels of government, Indigenous partners and community organizations. It will also align with future provincial and federal funding opportunities.
“Housing and homelessness affect people across our entire community, and meaningful solutions depend on hearing from those with a range of experiences and perspectives,” said Community Services (Homelessness) co-Chairs Alex Bierk and Keith Riel. “Whether you have lived experience, work in the sector, or are concerned about housing in Peterborough, your input is important.”
Residents can provide feedback and learn more by visiting connectptbo.ca/10-year-housing-and-homelessness-plan. The survey closes April 10.
Feedback collected through the process will help shape a draft plan before it is presented to City and County council.
