Toronto Shelter and Support Services

Birkdale Residence

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Description
Short term emergency shelter, capacity 209
  • crisis intervention and counselling
  • case management
  • child advocacy
  • child care and children's program
  • Housing Connections (see separate entry) Community Partner, assistance with housing search and application process
Eligibility
Homeless women 16 years and older with children, pregnant single women in last trimester, or women with children in the care of the children's aid society; refugee claimant families, 2 parent families, and single men with children
Application Process
Contact Central Intake at 416-338-4766 or 1-877-338-3398, or contact shelter directly
Documents Required
Contact for information
Office
1-877-338-3398 - Toll Free - Central Intake
Crisis
416-338-4766 - Central Intake
Crisis
416-392-5719 - Shift leader
Web Site
http://www.toronto.ca/housing
Mailing Address
Metro Hall; 55 John St
6th Fl
Toronto, ON, M5V 3C6
Canada
Languages
English, Interpreters may be arranged for other languages
Manager, Birkdale Portfolio
Candacey Boca
Phone: 416-392-4634
Fees
None
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Last Updated On
March 25, 2026
Last Verified On
April 30, 2025
Location
Toronto
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance
Hours of Operation
Open 24/7
Mon-Sun 24 hours
Service Area(s)
  • Durham Region
  • Greater Toronto Area
  • Halton Region
  • Peel Region
  • York Region