Emergency and Transitional Housing
People who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness in York Region have access to an effective, coordinated and responsive system of supports and services to find and keep stable housing.
If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness, emergency and transitional housing can provide temporary housing and wraparound supports. In addition, drop-in programs offer supports and services to residents in need, during the day.
People experiencing homelessness in York Region that are seeking emergency housing are encouraged to contact:
York Region Emergency Housing Central Intake Line at:
- 1-877-464-9675 ext. 76140.
This phone line is answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week. - TTY: Dial 711 with a TTY device
People who are at risk of homelessness are also encouraged to contact the intake line.
Emergency and Transitional Housing Facilities
| Clients | Site | Program operator |
|---|---|---|
| Youth | The Youth Hub (Emergency and Transitional Housing) Richmond Hill | 360˚kids |
| Sutton Youth Services (Emergency and Transitional Housing) Georgina | Salvation Army | |
| Women | Belinda’s Place (Emergency and Transitional Housing) Newmarket | Salvation Army |
| Families, Couples | The Bridge (Transitional Housing) Georgina | Salvation Army |
| Leeder Place (Emergency and Transitional Housing) East Gwillimbury | Blue Door | |
| Men | Passage House (Transitional Housing) East Gwillimbury | Blue Door |
| Porter Place (Emergency Housing) East Gwillimbury | Blue Door | |
| Kevin’s Place (Emergency Housing) Newmarket | Blue Door | |
| Adults 16+ | Inn From the Cold (Emergency and Transitional Housing) Newmarket | Inn From the Cold |
Drop-In Programs
| Who is Served | Location and Contact Information | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Women (16+) | Belinda's Place Address: 16580 Yonge Street, Newmarket Phone: 289-366-4673 belindasplaces.org | Daily, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. |
| Men (16+) | Newmarket Drop-in Program 17837 Yonge St, Newmarket Phone: 647-512-8754 Innfromthecold.ca | Daily, 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. (statutory holidays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) |
| Adults (16+) | Georgina Drop-in Program The Link Room #3, 20849 Dalton Road, Georgina Phone: 365-340-3353 Innfromthecold.ca | Daily, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (including statutory holidays) |
| Krasman Drop-in Program 10121 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill Phone: 905-780-0491 krasmancentre.com | Monday/Thursday/Friday: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday: 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday/Sunday/Holidays: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | |
| Youth (13 to 26 years old) | Richmond Hill Youth Hub – Home Base Services provided by 360 kids 10415 Yonge Street, Suite D, Richmond Hill Phone: 416-948-2186 360kids.ca | Monday to Friday: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday/Sunday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Youth (16 to 26 years old) | Sutton Youth Services 20898 Dalton Road, Georgina Phone: 905-722-9076 | Daily, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. |
Seasonal Shelter Programs
Please contact the Emergency Housing Central Intake Line at 1-877-464-9675 ext. 76140 for additional information.
Heat Relief Strategy
York Region’s 2025 Heat Relief Strategy for People Experiencing Homelessness provides information on how to access supports and services during the hot weather season, including drop-in programs. The Heat Relief Strategy also includes distribution of heat safety and cooling supplies to help mitigate the effects of extreme heat for people experiencing homelessness. The Heat Relief Strategy is in effect from June to September.
Visit the Cool Spaces Map to find a public space where you can cool off when it’s hot outside.
Cold Weather Response Plan
York Region’s Cold Weather Response Plan provides safe and welcoming services for people experiencing homelessness in York Region during the cold weather season. The plan expands services to protect people experiencing homelessness from cold weather, alerts people experiencing homelessness and other members of the public that cold weather conditions are expected or currently exist. The Plan also provides guidance and supports to people experiencing homelessness helping them take appropriate precautions. The Cold Weather Response Plan is typically in effect October and April.
Visit the Warm Spaces Map to find a public space where you can warm up when it’s cold outside.
York Regional Transit bus tickets are provided by shelters and drop-in locations across York Region. During Cold Weather Alerts, clients can call the Emergency Housing Central Intake Line to arrange for other forms of transportation.
Mosaic Interfaith Out of the Cold (Services provided by Blue Door)
Markham, Richmond Hill or Vaughan on a rotating basis
Hours: 5 p.m. until 7 a.m., seven nights a week, October 15 to June 15
Eligibility: People aged 16+ and are experiencing homelessness
Rouge Valley Mennonite Church (7452 Reesor Road, Markham, L6B 1A8)
Hours: 5 p.m. to 7 a.m., seven nights a week, including statutory holidays (June 16, 2025 – June 15, 2026)
Eligibility: People aged 16+ and are experiencing homelessness
Victory Baptist Church (18408 Yonge Street, East Gwillimbury, L9N 0J4)
Hours: 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., seven nights a week, including statutory holidays (June 16, 2025 – October 31, 2025)
Eligibility: Individuals aged 16+ and are experiencing homelessness
Website: bluedoor.ca/mosaic-interfaith
Community Meal Programs
People at risk of or experiencing homelessness can access community meal programs and prepared meals at no cost, which are offered daily at various locations throughout York Region.
| Day | Site |
|---|---|
| Monday: 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Year round | St. John Chrysostom Church 432 Ontario Street, Newmarket (905) 898-4137 |
| Tuesday: 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Year round | Trinity United Church 461 Park Avenue, Newmarket (905) 895-4851 |
| Wednesday: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Year round | Christian Baptist Church 127 Main Street, Newmarket (905) 895-6989 |
| Wednesday: 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. * Year round, excluding Christmas eve | Trinity Anglican Church 79 Victoria Street, Aurora (905) 727-6101 |
| Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. *November 12 – December 31, including holidays | Temple Har Zion 7360 Bayview Avenue, Thornhill (905) 889-2252 |
| Thursday: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. * September 2025 to June 2026 | St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church 32 Mosley Street, Aurora (905) 727-5011 |
| Thursday: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. * Second and fourth Thursday of each month | St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church 484 Water Street, Newmarket (905) 895-5512 |
| Thursday: 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Year round, including holidays | Cedarview Community Church 1000 Gorham St, Newmarket (905) 895-8893 |
| Friday: 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Year round | Inn from the Cold 510 Penrose Street, Newmarket (905) 895-8889 |
| Saturday: 9:30am 10:30 a.m. * October 2025 to May 2026 | Trinity Anglican Church 79 Victoria Street, Aurora (905) 727-6101 |
| Saturday: 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Year round | Crosslands Church 47 Millard Street West, Newmarket (905) 868-9920 |
| Sunday: 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Year round | Valley View Alliance Church 333 Davis Drive East, Newmarket (905) 830-9619 |
Other Resources
Ontario 211 - Community and Social Services Help Line
Financial Assistance
York Region offers financial assistance for rent, mortgage payments, utilities and other housing costs through two programs for eligible residents.
Housing with Supports
Housing with Supports offers housing and daily meals for people who need supervision of their daily living activities. These are permanent homes for most people who stay there.
York Region offers financial help to people who are unable to pay for the full cost of housing at these homes.
Subsidized Housing
York Region administers and funds subsidized housing in all nine cities and towns, providing individuals, families and seniors with low- to moderate-incomes subsidies to help them pay rent.
Domestic (including Family and Gender-Based) Violence Supports
- York Region Gender-Based Violence Resource Guide
- York Region Violence Against Women: Collaborative Response Protocol
Sandgate Women's Shelter
Phone: 905-722-4043
Toll Free: 1-800-661-8294 (crisis line)
sandgate.ca
Yellow Brick House
Phone: 905-727-1944
Toll Free: 1-800-263-3247 (crisis line)
yellowbrickhouse.org
Outreach Services
York Region Outreach Services assists individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness to access housing by providing:
- Case Management and service navigation and referrals
- Supports to access social assistance programs, rent assistance, ID supports, and other services.
Outreach Services can be reached through:
- Phone: 1-877-464-9675 or dial 711 with a TTY device
- 17150 Yonge Street, Newmarket, ON
Street Outreach Van
You can also contact the Street Outreach Van at 1-866-553-4053 seven days a week from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Street Outreach Van (operated by Loft/Crosslinks) provides mobile services and supports for people experiencing homelessness at no cost.
