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2012 Effective Just Humane
Title:Effective, just and humane: a case for client-centered collaboration.
Variant Title:A case study of John Howard Society of Toronto’s Housing Program
Corporate Author: John Howard Society of Ontario
Wellesley Institute
Subject:Health issues – social determinants of health|split|Housing – affordable, social housing|split|Housing – temporary, emergency, homelessness|split|Social services – planning, policy|split|Social services – programs, service
Publisher:John Howard Society of Ontario
Place of Publication:Toronto
Date of Publication:2012
Abstract:This case study sought to assess an existing multi-sectoral housing program model, operated by the John Howard Society of Toronto, that aims to assist clients in securing independent and affordable housing, while also addressing the complex needs of clients through established linkages to other necessary social supports and services in the community, that could potentially act as a best practices model to be applied elsewhere. The objective of this research, therefore, was to undertake a case study of the John Howard Society of Toronto’s (JHST) Housing Program model, to examine its efficacy at reducing the social determinants of health inequity among high-needs, high-risk clients. It also sought to examine the collaborative processes among various agencies involved with the program, and to provide recommendations for agencies working with high-needs, high-risk clients on how to integrate, coordinate and optimize the delivery of programs to this population. Finally, through the research findings, this study sought to identify policy changes that would facilitate the improvement of health equity for homeless populations in Ontario, with particular emphasis on high-needs and high-risk individuals. [Taken from Executive Summary]
Language:English
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2012 Cyberbullying Reality Check
Title:Cyberbullying: reality check.
Author(s):Knighton, Lila|split|Simon, Alisa|split|Kelly, Janice|split|Kimball, Dr. Alexandra
Corporate Author: Kids Help Phone
Subject:Children – abuse, prevention|split|Social inclusion, exclusion
Publisher:Kids Help Phone
Place of Publication:Toronto
Date of Publication:2012
Abstract:In April of 2007, Kids Help Phone published Cyber-bullying: Our Kids’ New Reality. The report collected responses from over 2,500 young people on the topic of cyberbullying, which was at that time, a very new phenomenon. Since then, cyberbullying has gained significant attention in research, counselling, and educational settings. It has also become a well-known issue among the general public in Canada, particularly after online harassment was implicated in the suicides of several young people in late 2010 and early 2011.
This document is a follow-up to our 2007 report. In it, we will discuss the most recent research-based information on cyberbullying, and provide a short “then and now” overview of a more recent cyberbullying survey that we posted to our website in order to highlight some of the trends in online behaviour that our users have shared with us. The report will conclude with revisited recommendations on what adults can do to support young people as they navigate an increasingly technologically mediated social reality. [Taken from Introduction].
Language:English
Series:Kids Help Phone Research Update
Material Type:ReportF. SOCIAL ISSUES/F.07 CHILDREN/2012 Cyberbullying-reality-check.pdf
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2012 Canada Speaks 2012
Title:Canada speaks 2012: mental health, addictions and the roots of poverty.
Corporate Author: The Salvation Army
Subject:Health issues – mental health|split|Health issues – poverty|split|Social issues – addictions
Publisher:The Salvation Army
Place of Publication:Toronto
Date of Publication:2012
Abstract:For the second year in a row, The Salvation Army, in conjunction with Angus Reid Public Opinion, has conducted polling research to better understand societal perceptions surrounding poverty. This year, we studied opinions about mental illness and addictions.
While previous research has revealed a public which is at times unsympathetic to those living on the streets or in poverty, this new research found that most Canadians are extremely empathetic and compassionate toward those struggling with mental illness and substance addictions. Findings revealed that many Canadians had first or second-hand experience dealing with these issues.[Taken from Overview]
Language:English
Series:The Dignity Project
Material Type:ReportF. SOCIAL ISSUES/F.03 DISABILITIES/2012 CanadaSpeaks2012.pdf
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2012 Canadas CEO Elite 100
Title:Canada’s CEO Elite 100: the 0.01%
Author(s):Mackenzie, Hugh
Corporate Author: Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
Subject:Poverty – income distribution
Publisher:Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
Place of Publication:Ottawa
Date of Publication:2012
Abstract:This report looks at the massive income gap between average Canadian workers and the top 100 paid CEOs who work for companies in the TSX Index.
Language:English
Material Type:Report -
2012 Right to Food Brief
Title:Brief presented to the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food: May 7, 2012.
Author(s):Campbell, Bruce
Corporate Author: Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
Subject:Food security – hunger, health|split|Food security – local food systems|split|Food security – planning, policy|split|Food security – statistics, studies|split|Government of Canada – programs, services|split|Housing – rental|split|Housing – studies, surveys|split|Labour standards, legislation – general|split|Pensions – planning, policy|split|Pensions – reform|split|Poverty – general|split|Women – rights and equality
Publisher:Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
Place of Publication:Ottawa
Date of Publication:2012
Abstract:This brief analyzes the impact of key measures in the 2012 federal budget on poverty and inequality, and by extension, on food insecurity in Canada.(Taken from brief)
Language:English
Material Type:Policy Document