Solving Poverty

"This book examines the real life circumstances of low-income people who are forced to live in poor housing. It examines the history and current status of low-income housing in one typical Canadian city, Winnipeg. Poverty and racism and a consistent unwillingness on the part of governments to invest in decent housing for low-income people are themes that are found throughout the book. It offers a close examination of some of the serious challenges faced by low-income people in poor housing, including difficulties with landlords who abuse their power, and challenges with bedbugs and a wide…