The Housing Crisis | The Thread with Nam Kiwanuka | Full Episode

In this compelling episode of The Thread, Nam Kiwanuka delves into the stark realities of Ontario’s housing crisis. With a population exceeding 15 million, the struggle for affordable housing has become a dire issue for many Ontarians. From the bustling streets of Toronto to the wider province, hear the personal stories of those grappling with the threat of homelessness.

We follow the poignant journey of Abra Shiner, a Toronto business owner facing eviction amidst her fight against cancer, supported by her husband Mike and their loyal dog Nugget. Their story of resilience in the face of adversity is a powerful testament to the human spirit. We witness their emotional and legal battles as they strive to retain their home, offering a window into the broader implications of the housing crisis.

We hear from Lorraine Lam, an advocate for the unhoused, who sheds light on the city’s transformation and its impact on affordable housing, drawing a direct correlation between higher rents and the increasing number of tents in the city.

Join us as we take to the streets and hear the stories and resilience of former encampment residents, the recently unhoused, and our seniors in shelters.

Discover a glimmer of hope in the housing crisis with Jeyan Jeganathan’s visit to Peterborough. Could modular housing be the solution we need?

What is a N-12 Eviction Notice? Why are 10,000 people in Toronto homeless? Is the housing crisis a health crisis? What are the solutions on how to fix the housing crisis?

Join the conversation on the Ontario Housing Crisis with TVO's The Thread with Nam Kiwanuka.

00:00 Introduction to the Housing Crisis
01:12 Abra Shiner's Story: Eviction and Cancer
07:32 Lorraine Lam: Higher Rent means More Tents
08:40 Former Encampment Resident and Recently Unhoused: AI and Jennifer
13:01 Currently Unhoused: Mark
15:41 Seniors Shelter: Nila
17:32 Lorraine Lam: Social housing and unused space
18:20 Peterborough Project: Modular Housing
20:18 Modular Housing Resident: Jim
21:20 Tour of the modular units
22:34 Modular Housing Resident: Jim
23:09 Peterborough’s success story
24:58 Join the conversation.

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