Item - 2024.HS2.1
Tracking Status
- This item was considered by the Housing Rights Advisory Committee on May 13, 2024. The Committee received the item for information only. No further action will be taken on this item.
HS2.1 - Introduction to Ombudsman Toronto - Housing Unit
- Decision Type:
- Presentation
- Status:
- Received
- Wards:
- All
Committee Decision
The Housing Rights Advisory Committee received the item for information.
Decision Advice and Other Information
The Ombudsman and the Acting Deputy Ombudsman gave a presentation on Ombudsman Toronto Housing Unit.
Summary
Ombudsman Toronto’s housing unit is a dedicated team overseeing the fairness of the City of Toronto’s housing policies and programs. Luke Brown, Acting Deputy Ombudsman (Housing) will present their work, which includes:
- conducting systems reviews and systemic investigations into the planning and delivery of Toronto’s housing services and program;
- monitoring the implementation of the City’s housing policy from a human rights and fairness perspective; and
- engaging meaningfully with individuals and communities facing housing precarity.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2024/hs/bgrd/backgroundfile-245443.pdf
Speakers
Miguel Avila-Velarde
Motions
That the item be received for information.