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#51 - From Housing Crisis to Housing Solutions — The ICC's National Mission

October 14, 2026 • Cribwolf Talks • Season 5 • Episode 3

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In this episode of Cribwolf Talks, host Lino Fera welcomes back Gary Gladstone, Chair of the Intentional Community Consortium (ICC), for an important conversation about Canada's growing housing crisis for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

With more than 53,000 people on waiting lists for developmental services and supports across Ontario, many families face an uncertain future. A shortage of appropriate housing and essential supports has left some vulnerable adults in homeless shelters or hospitals rather than in safe, supportive communities.

The Intentional Community Consortium (ICC) brings together more than 80 organizations and not-for-profit organizations across Canada, working collaboratively to advance safe, affordable, inclusive, and sustainable housing opportunities.

Credits:
Host: Lino A. Fera
Guest: Sheree Burnett-Gualtieri, Concerned Parent
Production: Cribwolf Talks Team
Music by: Dr. Ian Bates