Recent point-in-time homeless counts in Metro Vancouver and City of Vancouver indicate a growing number of people experiencing homelessness in our community. Despite government investments in social housing and rent supplements, more people are homeless in Metro Vancouver than ever before. virtually every indicator points to an increase in homelessness and housing insecurity in Metro Vancouver, both now and in coming years as a result of structural factors, often beyond an individual’s control. Unless significant action is taken to address these structural factors, homelessness will continue to impact a growing number of individuals and families.