For full directory of "How to" listings on different topics, see here
Shelter Intake
For intake to shelters in the region of Halton, call Access Halton at 3-1-1
- Please note: Individuals who are willing to accept support or services from Halton Region will be provided emergency shelter
- unhoused or sleeping outside?
- contact Halton Social and Community Services at [email protected] or 1-866-442-5866
- experiencing a mental health crisis?
- call COAST at 1-877-825-9011
- for more details see here
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The following is an overview of emergency shelters in the Halton Region and surrounding areas
Salvation Army Halton Lighthouse Shelter
- 905-339-2918 or call 3-1-1 and ask for referral
- emergency shelter services for males 16yrs and older
- located in Oakville, shelter may be able to arrange transportation
- for more details see full listing here
Wesley Housing Services - Halton
- call 3-1-1 and ask for referral
- emergency shelter services for youth, single females and families
- intake staff through Wesley will assist in finding temporary housing
- for more details see full listing here
Bridging the Gap
- a voluntary program offered to youth ages 16 to 24 yrs who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless that provides case management support in finding Ontario Works, food, alternative education, work, housing, counselling, financial management, and life skills
- to make a referral, contact a Transitional Youth Worker at 1-877-425-8661 or [email protected], Mon-Fri, 9 am-4:30 pm
- for more details see full listing here
Halton Womens Place
- Emergency Shelter for abused women, their dependent children and pets
- Shelters
- South Halton (Burlington) 905-332-1593
- North Halton (Milton) 905-878-8970
- Crisis Phone
- South Halton (Burlington) 905-332-7892
- North Halton (Milton) 905-878-8555
- administration 905-332-1200
- online chat through HPW Chat
- protects pets from violence through the SafePet Program
- for more details see full listing here
Shifra Homes Maternity Residences
- provides the basic needs of life: shelter, food, clothes, safety and support, to pregnant women 16 to 30 yrs, who need support during their pregnancy
- accommodation, pregnancy counselling, and support services during pregnancy, childbirth and for a period after the birth, for the young women, their babies and family members
- 905-681-9633, [email protected]
- for more details see full listing here
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Emergency Shelter's in Surrounding Regions
ShelterSafe.ca
- an online clickable map that connects women with the nearest shelter
- map provides the shelter's 24 hour phone number and/or website, and information on each shelter's pet policy, wheelchair accessibility, and availability of children's programming
- for more details see full listing here
Hamilton
- to find shelter information call 211
- for more information on shelters in the Hamilton area, see here
Niagara
- call 211 to connect with a local shelter, if all shelter beds are full, ask to be connected with Niagara Assertive Street Outreach for more support
- for more information on shelters in Niagara Region, see here
Peel
- to find shelter information call shelter intake at 905-450-1996
- for more information on shelters in Peel, see here
Wellington County and City of Guelph
- to find shelter information call the Housing and Shelter Prevention and Diversion Line at 226-821-3345
- for more Information on shelters in Wellington County, see here
Toronto
- to find shelter information call the central intake line 1-877-338-3398
- for Street Outreach Services call 311
- for more information on shelters in the City of Toronto, see here
Provides essential support for individuals and families at risk of homelessness in the Halton Region, helping them find both immediate and long-term, safe, and stable housing solutions
Emergency Supportive Housing Program:
- housing focused program supports families and women who are experiencing homelessness
- through dedicated case management, clients are guided to secure permanent long-term housing
- self-referrals, call 3-1-1 (Access Halton) and inquire about the Wesley Emergency Supportive Housing Program
Housing First:
- assists chronically and episodically homeless residents of Halton in securing permanent housing while offering services and supports to ensure long-term housing stability
- referrals to this program are made through Halton's Homelessness Response System
Community Housing Support Worker Program (CHSW):
- collaborates with community housing providers in Halton to address issues related to tenancy preservation
- provides support to adults, families, and youth to prevent evictions, access necessary services, and build capacity within housing organizations
- referrals to this program are made through Halton Region
Georgetown, ON, L7G 4Y5
- Food Bank operations Tue and Thu, 10 am-12 noon by appointment only
- Emergency Services Response will be in operation where required from our Regional Office as required
- phone calls to local office will be accepted in this regard
Provides emergency assistance to those in need in many different ways:
- food assistance
- clothing
- temporary shelter
- pastoral counselling
- information about and referral to other agencies
- community services (Eg. camping services, Christmas assistance, etc)
- emergency disaster services (operated Regionally)
Mississauga, ON, L5N 4E6
Emergency shelter for families, including food, clothing, psycho-social support, help obtaining affordable housing, transition support to independent living, referrals to community agencies, employment support
- capacity 350
- in partnership with the Region Of Peel
Halton Hills, ON, L7G 3E6
Weekly church service
Out of the Cold program
- provides a hot meal and a warm place to sleep for those seeking overnight shelter in the colder months
- see Facebook page for more information, or email [email protected] for details
- volunteers always needed
Knox Table
- provides a meal for those who are food-challenged or in need of fellowship every Tuesday and Thursday evening
- volunteers always needed
This listing provides information on where to get help in Halton Hills for those in need of Emergency Housing, Long Term Housing Supports, Emergency Food, Food Banks and Crisis Support.
In an emergency, call 9-1-1 for police, ambulance, fire.
For Crisis Support, please see listing of resources here
Emergency Housing
- call 905-877-7585
- provides overnight shelter and a meal during the colder months to those in need
Salvation Army Georgetown Community Church
- call 905-877-1374
- Community and Family Services provide various emergency assistances to those in need
Lighthouse Emergency Shelter, Salvation Army Oakville
- call 905-339-2918
- provides safe, secure, short-term accommodations to individuals who are experiencing some type of housing crisis
- call 905-878-8970
- provides emergency shelter, crisis services, and support to physically, sexually, financially, and emotionally abused women and their dependent children
Long Term Housing Supports
- call 905-825-6000 or 3-1-1
- service that helps individuals access and maintain safe and affordable housing
- call 905-873-6502
- Transitional Housing is available for families who are homeless
- rent geared to income
- community support coordinator provides family support
Summit Housing and Outreach Programs
- call 905-847-3206
- provides housing, treatment, and case management services for those in need of mental health supports in Halton Region
Emergency Food
- call 905-873-3368
- emergency help available if needed, by arrangement, outside of regular hours
- call 905-873-1887
- supports people who are in need of emergency assistance
Salvation Army Acton Community Church Food Bank
- call 519-853-1140
- food bank available on an as-needed basis following a personal interview and completion of application for assistance
Salvation Army Georgetown Community Church Food Bank
- call 905-877-1374
- available to assist anyone facing difficult circumstances
Food Banks
- call 519-853-0457
- provides easy access to food for those individuals or families who are in need of basic needs assistance
- call 905-873-3368
- provides food to those in need who meet the eligibility criteria
Food for Life Community Fridges
- call 905-635-1106
- community fridges available at the Halton Hills Public Library Georgetown Branch and the Roxy Centre, stocked with fresh produce
Salvation Army Acton Community Church Food Bank
- call 519-853-1140
- food bank serving Acton and the surrounding community
Salvation Army Georgetown Community Church Food Bank
- call 905-877-1374
- food bank serving Georgetown and the surrounding community
Oakville, ON, L6L 6X7
If you are in need of emergency shelter (housing) call 3-1-1.
Provides safe, secure, short-term accommodations to males who are experiencing some type of housing crisis
- shelter provided in most cases for up to 40 days
- may be able to provide transportation to shelter if needed
Short term emergency shelter for women, pre-screening intake assessment required prior to admission
Mississauga, ON, L4Z 1S6
Overnight shelter
- 40 beds
- provides breakfast and dinner, private showers, basic toiletries and personal hygiene kits, on-site laundry facilities, lockers for personal belongings, clothing, Wi-Fi access, and a common room with TVs
Brampton, ON, L6T 4M3
- capacity 106
Mississauga, ON, L5A 2X3
Shelter for homeless single men and women, including
- capacity 119
- meals
- case management
- housing and employment support and resources
- internet access
- emergency clothing, laundry
- Chaplain service is available upon request. Homeless Health Peel Nurse on site
- AA meetings
Hamilton, ON, L8R 2T6
A temporary emergency shelter, providing a safe and respectful community environment to individuals, couples, and people with pets. Offers furnished cabins, meals, on-site staff support, washrooms and showers, laundry facilities, and community spaces.
Program support includes:
- Housing-focused supports and services
- Advocacy and referral
- On-site physical and mental health care
- Harm reduction resources and supports
- On-site visits from community health and social service providers
- Pet care, including initial and ongoing veterinary care, pet supplies, food, and opportunities for training
- Access to clothing, hygiene products, etc.
- Assistance with attending off-site appointments and meetings
- Social and community-building programs and events
Guelph, ON, N1H 4G9
Stepping Stone helps individuals and families experiencing homelessness step forward on a path toward securing permanent housing in Guelph-Wellington through housing focused programs and individualized support for adults ad families.
Areas of focus and service include:
- preventative action to help those at risk of homelessness
- individualized plans for those struggling to attain a long-term residence
Prevention & Diversion:
- prevention assistance supports households in preserving their current housing situation
- diversion support assists adults and families in finding housing outside of shelter
- prevention and diversion services help stabilize current situations while assisting with a permanent housing solution
Housing Focused Outreach:
Housing Focused Outreach worker visits locations known to have individuals who are precariously housed, at risk of homelessness, or experiencing homelessness. Services include:
- assess needs of individuals and families through a standardized assessment tool
- assist with aquiring suitable housing
- identify intervention recommendations
- supports their transition to a case manager
23 Gordon St. Overnight Emergency Shelter:
- previously known as the Warming Centre
- provides warm meal, shower, and overnight shelter
- accommodates up to 40 people ; one bed dedicated to the safe bed program, on a first-come, first-served basis
- supported by Diversion team, Housing Stability Outreach and Housing Focused Outreach
Grace Gardens Permanent Supportive Housing:
- individuals experiencing chronic homelessness, mental health issues and / or addiction
- Mon-Sun, 24/7 support services
Housing Focused 24/7 Supportive Shelter:
- supports approximately 64 people who are experiencing homelessness
- Stepping Stone works in collaboration with community organizations to deliver mental health, addiction, and medical support to individuals staying at the shelter
- focus is to provide access to food, showers, nursing, harm reduction, and court support
- individuals have their own rooms, common space, etc.
- support team (shelter support and housing stability staff), on site 24/7 to support residents and help them achieve their housing goals
- Dedicated pets and couples rooms
Housing Stablity Program:
- supports a caseload of individuals and families who have completed the common assessment tools
- a recovery-oriented approach to ending homelessness
- quick movement from homelessness into independent and permanent housing
- provide additional supports and services as needed
Guelph, ON, N1H 4G9
- preventative action to help those at risk of homelessness
- individualized plans for those struggling to attain a long-term residence
- prevention assistance supports households in preserving their current housing situation
- diversion support assists adults and families in finding housing outside of shelter
- prevention and diversion services help stabilize current situations while assisting with a permanent housing solution
- assess needs of individuals and families through a standardized assessment tool
- assist with aquiring suitable housing
- identify intervention recommendations
- supports their transition to a case manager
- previously known as the Warming Centre
- provides coffee, shower, and overnight shelter
- accommodates up to 27 people on a first-come, first-served basis
- supported by Diversion team, Housing Stability Outreach and Housing Focused Outreach
- individuals experiencing chronic homelessness, mental health issues and / or addiction
- Mon-Sun, 24/7 support services
- supports approximately 40 people who are experiencing homelessness
- Stepping Stone works in collaboration with community organizations to deliver mental health, addiction, and medical support to individuals staying at the shelter
- focus is to provide access to food, showers, nursing, harm reduction, and court support
- individuals have their own rooms, common space, etc.
- support team (shelter support and housing stability staff), on site 24/7 to support residents and help them achieve their housing goals
- supports a caseload of individuals and families who have completed the common assessment tools
- a recovery-oriented approach to ending homelessness
- quick movement from homelessness into independent and permanent housing
- provide additional supports and services as needed
Guelph, ON, N1H 4G9
- provides coffee, shower, and overnight shelter
- accommodates up to 40 people (all genders over the age of 25) on a first-come, first-served basis
- supported by Diversion team, Housing Stability Outreach and Housing Focused Outreach
Guelph, ON, N1H 4G9
- supports approximately 64 people who are experiencing homelessness
- Stepping Stone works in collaboration with community organizations to deliver mental health, addiction, and medical support to individuals staying at the shelter
- focus is to provide access to food, showers, nursing, harm reduction, and court support
- individuals have their own rooms, common space, etc.
- support team (shelter support and housing stability staff), on site 24/7 to support residents and help them achieve their housing goals
- Dedicated pets and couples rooms
Hamilton, ON, L8R 2X5
A 40-bed emergency shelter for individuals and their children who are fleeing violence and abuse.
Programs and service:
- Safe, short-term accommodation in private family-style units
- Safety planning and emergency transportation to the shelter, if needed
- Referrals and advocacy for legal, medical, financial, employment, housing and community services
- Recreational and therapeutic programs for children
- Counselling
- Access to cultural interpreters
Hamilton, ON, L8R 1R6
An emergency shelter for homeless or transient men and male-identified individuals. Provides short-term transitional accommodation, case management, financial management services, and referral counselling for spiritual, practical, and social needs.
Hamilton, ON, L8R 2Y8
A 20 bed emergency shelter, providing safety, support, and emergency accommodation to women who are dealing with homelessness, poverty, mental illness, and/or violence.
Programs and services:
- Emergency accommodation and safety planning
- Referrals and advocacy for medical, legal, and other community services
- Assistance in establishing permanent housing
- Recreational and educational daily activities for residents and women living in the community
Hamilton, ON, L8L 5V7
30 low-barrier overnight beds to women, transgender, and non-binary people. Beds are available on a first come, first serve basis either by walk-in or community referral. Offers supplies to meet people's basic needs, emotional support, community service referrals, and assistance with finding housing.
Hamilton, ON, L8R 1K4
Provides emergency shelter services and overnight accommodation for homeless men in Hamilton. Services also include meals and laundry, as well as case management and referrals to community resources.
Hamilton, ON, L8N 1C3
A 24-hour emergency crisis shelter for men. Provides support to help people find and stay in affordable housing.
Hamilton, ON, L8N 2Z1
Provides temporary emergency accommodation for families experiencing homelessness in the form of private, accessible self-contained units.
Services include:
- 24/7 access to residential support workers
- Individual case management
- Assistance searching for permanent housing
- Connections to post-shelter networks
- Referrals to medical, legal, and other community services
- On-site access to support services such as Ontario Works, Public Health etc.
- Specialized services for children and youth, landlord/tenant issues, parenting etc.
- Cultural interpretation services
Toronto, ON, M8Y 1A3
Emergency shelter
- capacity 40
Centralized access system for emergency and temporary housing, coordinated placement and wraparound supports, including housing and supports for individuals and families leaving violence
Street outreach in partnership with Loft Community Services
Crosslinks Street Outreach Van Program, see separate listing
