Annotated Bibliography

1. Daly, G. (2013). Homeless: Policies, strategies and lives on the streets. USA: Routledge.

Daly explores the issue of homeless to uncover the true causes and shows how the life of the

homeless people on the streets is anything but dangerous and devastating. By considering the

issue from a socio-economic perspective, Daly shows how the changing global systems have led

to cutbacks in social welfare programmes which have led to a severe shortage in affordable

housing. The author ultimately concludes that the category of homelessness must be expanded to

include those who constantly lack shelter to those who are facing eviction if the issue of

homelessness is to be tackled effectively. This is a book that offers a comprehensive

international view on the issue of homelessness which will be important in assisting my research

in terms of practical solutions to the issue of vagrancy.

2. Falvo, N. (2009). Homelessness, program responses, and an assessment of Torontos streets

to Homes program. Canadian Policy Research Networks Incorporated and Social Housing

Services Corporation.

This article discusses the effectiveness of the Housing First Model compared to previous

models used in tackling the issue of homelessness in Canada, specifically in the streets of

Toronto. The data collected by the researchers provide an overview of past projects by the

government and concerned agencies towards the elimination of vagrancy in Canadian streets.

The author used semi structured interviews to gather appropriate information towards

understanding how to both improve initiatives on reduction of homelessness and the Housing

First Programs. This article represents an important contribution to the current efforts towards
reduction of vagrancy in Canadian streets and will form an important part of my

recommendations.

3. Gaetz, S. (2014). Coming of age: Reimagining the response to youth homelessness in

Canada. Canadian Homelessness Research Network

This report presents an argument for approaching how future initiatives can respond to

the growing number of youths who are becoming homeless. Dr. Gaetz draws on past research in

various countries such as United States, United Kingdom and Australia in identifying effective

approaches to youth homelessness policies and approaches. Writing from an expert point of

view, Dr. Gaetz incorporates the views of many concerned scholars in presenting a report that

will appeal to many academics, as well as a much broader audience. The authors main goal is to

inform decision making in government, relevant agencies and communities with the ultimate

goal of contributing to real and effective solutions to youth homelessness in Canadian streets.

This article will provide valuable information that will be helpful in concluding how to

effectively solve the issue of vagrancy in Canada.

4. Thomson, M. (2015). Vancouver Homeless Count 2015. M. Thomson Consulting.

This report provides a homeless count of the city of Vancouver conducted in 2015.

Thomson Consulting is a reputable multi-discipline consultancy firm that offers clients a

personalized service with an emphasis on providing credible survey or census data and other

cost-efficient solutions. With over 25 years of experience in research, the firm worked with the

various top-level management staff of the City of Vancouver towards planning and conducting

the count and the production of the current report. This report will be important for my research
as it will provide context for analyzing the scope and severity of homelessness in one of

Canadas top cities.

5. Guirguis-Younger, M., Hwang, S. W., & McNeil, R. (2014). Homelessness & Health in

Canada (p. 330). University of Ottawa Press/Les Presses del Universit d Ottawa

This article explores the structural, social and environmental factors that influence the

health of people experiencing homelessness in Canada. The authors provide a wide coverage of

the issues affecting the health of vagrants ranging from youth homelessness to end of life care as

they strive to outline policy and practice guidelines that can be used in responding to the ongoing

public health crisis caused by vagrancy. The authors categorize the book into three sections, in

which the first section explores the overall impacts of homelessness on the lives of youth,

immigrants, refugees and aboriginal; minorities.

In the second section, the authors explore the impact of past public health and housing

policies, including pragmatic responses and how they have addressed public health issues as well

as severe mental ailments and HIV?AIDs among the homeless people. Finally, the authors

provide innovative recommendations that have been proven to be effective in tackling the issue

of homelessness and the health concerns that come with it. This book provides a comprehensive

assessment of the current homelessness levels and serves as a blueprint for action. It will,

therefore, provide me with evidence to support my claims about the current issue related to

homelessness and the right steps that can be taken to effectively address this particular issue of

vagrancy.

6. Norman, T., Pauly, B., Marks, H., & Palazzo, D. (2015). Taking a leap of faith: Meaningful

participation of people with experiences of homelessness in solutions to address homelessness

 This article provides an insight into the lives of homeless people in Canadian streets and

provides strategies that can be used in facilitating meaningful participation towards the reduction

of homelessness in Canada. In response to the problem of homelessness, Norman et al., note that

it is important for people with experience in homelessness to participate in relevant initiatives

towards the development of meaningful strategies aimed at putting an end to the problem. The

authors conclude that consideration of the power imbalances in daily lives of homeless people, as

well as social inclusion, is important in effectively tackling the issue of homelessness.

7. Quirouette, M., Frederick, T., Hughes, J., Karabanow, J., & Kidd, S. (2016). Conflict with

the Law: Regulation & Homeless Youth Trajectories toward Stability. Canadian Journal of Law

& Society/La Revue Canadienne Droit et Socit, 31(3), 383-404.

In this article, Quirouette et al., explore the implications of lack of housing among the

youth in regards to regulation and conflict with the criminal justice. The authors employ

qualitative research methods through interviews of young homeless people with a focus on how

their attempts to get out of homelessness towards a long-term stable housing are affected by the

law. Quirouette et al. focused their study on the factors and processes that affect the transition

away from youth homelessness in Toronto and Halifax. In response to the issue of vagrancy, the

authors consider practical barriers spawned by the legal system.

This article is particularly useful for my research topic since it provides an in-depth look

at the contemporary legal challenges affecting homeless people currently wishing to move away

from homelessness. Quirouette et al. suggest that the law plays an important part in shaping

successful transitions from homelessness. More importantly, conflicts with the law and
regulation that occur even before homelessness have major implications for the youth, who are

increasingly growing in numbers in terms of homelessness.