The By-Name List system underwent a system upgrade, along with increase training for staff and community partner organizations. As a result, the data starting in October 2022 and onward will look higher than in previous months. If you have any questions, please contact homelessness@cityofkingston.ca.
The homelessness registry or "By-Name List" dataset provides a monthly update of all known individuals experiencing homelessness in the Kingston community. The data are used to support triage of services, system performance evaluation and advocacy for the policies and resources necessary to end homelessness. For more information about homelessness services, please visit the City of Kingston website. For details about the Built For Zero Canada program or the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness, please visit their website.