National Housing Day is observed in Canada every November 22 to address the housing crisis and homelessness, which was declared a national disaster in 1998. The day originated from the efforts of the Toronto Disaster Relief Committee, formed by a diverse group of individuals including a priest, a lawyer, and a community organizer, who sought to declare homelessness a national emergency. Events across the country include meetings with housing advocates, panel discussions, charity fundraisers, and public marches. The focus has shifted over the years, particularly after the federal government launched the National Housing Strategy in 2017, which aims to ensure access to affordable housing and reduce chronic homelessness by 50%. However, there have been concerns about the corporatization of National Housing Day, with some feeling it has strayed from its original mission to support those facing housing challenges.