Posts Filed Under: shelter

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Toronto Needs Immediate Solutions to Ongoing Homelessness Crisis

The entire shelter system in the city is dangerously overcapacity.

By Alex Verman Apr. 23rd, 9:49 am

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The Annex Welcomes Canada’s First LGBTQ2S Youth Shelter

After a 10 year effort to make it happen, Toronto will open Canada's first LGBTQ transitional house on February 1.

By Samira Mohyeddin Jan. 14th, 1:30 pm

2016 Municipal Budget Preview: Shelter Support and Housing

With decreasing funds from federal and provincial governments, the City's Shelter Support and Housing budget faces an increasingly difficult task.

By Megan Marrelli Dec. 9th, 11:30 am

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Scarborough Youth Shelter Closes Sooner than Expected

Despite a 4,000 person petition, Scarborough's only youth shelter closes three weeks earlier than expected.

By Samira Mohyeddin Oct. 6th, 3:40 pm

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City Council Rejects Call for Emergency Debate on Homeless Shelters

Housing advocates demand action as shelter occupancy remains near capacity.

By Desmond Cole Feb. 20th, 1:11 pm

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Protesters Stage City Hall Sit-in, Demand More Emergency Housing

Housing advocates and shelter users demand more facilities and funding for Toronto's emergency shelters.

By Desmond Cole Feb. 15th, 3:57 pm

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“No Leadership” on Emergency Planning for Homeless

Advocates say City officials and politicians failed to communicate a strategy to protect homeless residents from Monday night's severe weather.

By Desmond Cole Oct. 31st, 5:00 pm

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Gimme Snowfort

By Jonathan Goldsbie Feb. 1st, 1:10 am