Emergency Shelter

Welcome to Our Emergency Shelter

A safe, clean, and dignified place to stay

Our emergency shelter is a continuous program providing temporary accommodation for anyone who moves into the city or any homeless person who needs a safe place to stay. We believe everyone deserves a warm bed, a hot meal, and to be treated with dignity and respect.

The shelter operates 24/7, 365 days a year, ensuring that help is always available when you need it most.

Services We Provide

Comprehensive support during your stay

Safe Accommodation

Clean, comfortable beds with fresh linens in a secure, well-maintained facility. Privacy dividers ensure personal space and dignity.

Clean bedding daily
Secure facility
Climate controlled
Personal storage lockers

Hot Meals

Nutritious meals provided daily. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner available to all shelter residents at no cost.

Breakfast: 7:00 - 9:00 AM
Lunch: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Dinner: 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Snacks available anytime

Hygiene Facilities

Clean showers, toilets, and hygiene products available to all residents. Maintaining dignity and cleanliness is a priority.

Hot showers
Toiletries provided
Laundry facilities
Personal care items

Support Services

Access to counseling, job search assistance, housing resources, and referrals to community services.

Counseling support
Resource referrals
Job search help
Housing assistance

Personal Storage

Secure storage for personal belongings. Keep your valuables safe while you're here.

Lockable storage
Personal space
Secure facility
Supervised access

Safe Environment

A welcoming, non-judgmental space where everyone is treated with respect and compassion.

Trained staff
Zero tolerance for violence
Respectful atmosphere
Emergency protocols

Who Can Access Our Shelter?

Our emergency shelter is open to anyone in need of temporary accommodation. You may qualify if you are:

New to Timmins: Just moved to the city and need temporary housing
Experiencing Homelessness: Without a permanent place to stay
In Crisis: Fleeing unsafe housing situations
In Transition: Between housing placements
Seeking Refuge: Need a safe place during difficult times

No discrimination: We welcome everyone regardless of age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or background. All people deserve dignity and support.

How to Access Our Shelter

Getting help is simple and confidential

1

Come to Us

Visit our shelter at 24 Cedar St S, Timmins, ON. We're available 24/7 - day or night.

2

Talk to Us

Our staff will greet you warmly and discuss your immediate needs. No judgment, just support.

3

Get Settled

We'll provide you with a bed, meals, and access to all our services. You're safe here.

Need Immediate Help?

Our shelter is available 24/7. You can arrive at any time - we're always here.

24 Cedar St S, Timmins, ON P4N 2G4

Phone: (416) 578-0118

Volunteer at Our Shelter

Our shelter runs thanks to the dedication of volunteers who give their time to help those in need. You can make a real difference in someone's life.

Volunteer roles include:

Front desk and intake support
Meal preparation and serving
Facility maintenance and cleaning
Counseling and emotional support
Resource navigation assistance
Overnight supervision shifts

Volunteer With Us

Stories of Hope & Recovery

Our shelter has helped many people find their footing again

Our emergency shelter provides more than just a bed for the night - it offers hope, dignity, and a path forward. We've seen newcomers to Timmins establish themselves in the community, individuals overcome homelessness to find permanent housing, and people in crisis find the support they need to rebuild their lives.

Everyone deserves a second chance and a helping hand.