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The HelpSeeker Blog

The Digital Footprint on Canada’s Doorstep: Tech’s Unforeseen Influence on Housing

Dr. Alina Turner
Discover the impact of tech-driven gentrification in Canadian cities in this insightful blog, exploring how the influx of tech firms and digital nomads is reshaping urban landscapes, housing markets, and community dynamics.
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Navigating the Perfect Storm: Online Synthetic Drug Markets & Rising Homelessness

Dr. Alina Turner
Explore the complex interplay of online synthetic drug markets, rising homelessness, and housing challenges in 'Navigating the Perfect Storm,' a blog offering in-depth analysis and solutions for this multifaceted crisis.
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Empowering Philanthropy: Strategic Social Impact Investing for Data-Led Funders

Dr. Alina Turner
Discover how open data, like CRA's charity data, revolutionizes social planning. Learn about tools like Karto that transform data into impactful philanthropic strategies.
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Escalating Homelessness in Canada’s Small and Rural Communities: A Rising Challenge and the Urgent Role of CMHC’s Housing Accelerator Fund

Dr. Alina Turner
Uncover the stark rise in homelessness in Canada's smaller communities and the pivotal role of CMHC's Housing Accelerator Fund in addressing this urgent issue.
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Part 1: Getting Ahead of the New Homelessness by 2030

Dr. Alina Turner
In the wake of COVID-19, the landscape of homelessness has shifted dramatically. As a social systems planner, I've witnessed the need for innovative strategies to address this evolving crisis.
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Data-Driven Social Needs Assessments: Key to Building Stronger Communities

Travis Turner
Social Needs Assessments, integral tools for community planning, are becoming increasingly reliant on data for crafting effective strategies. This blog post delves into two key components of these assessments: social data trends and supply mapping.
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Why Every Municipality Needs a Social Needs Assessment: A Smart Investment in Community Wellbeing

Sarah Williams
Discover why a social needs assessment is key for municipalities to foster community wellbeing and make smart, impactful investments.
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