Housing and Homelessness Support Program

04/21/2026

Mobile ID and Benefits Access Hubs across Durham including in the Cannington tomorrow!

03/26/2026

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Supporting someone through mental health, addiction, or housing challenges can feel overwhelming. You want to help—but where do you start?
HART Hub Oshawa is here to make things easier. It’s where your loved one can access mental health care, housing support, addiction services, and more—all in one place.
No judgment. Just help. Learn more here https://cmhadurham.ca/hart-hub-oshawa-launching-in-partnership-with-canadian-mental-health-association-durham/
💚 Because when someone you care about is struggling, you shouldn’t have to navigate the system alone.

03/06/2026

Thank you to our social workers who work in our housing program 😊

This week marks social work week!

The Power to Empower

01/23/2026

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Emergency Overnight Warming Space now available at Town Hall

The Town is opening an emergency overnight warming space at Ajax Town Hall, Council Chambers Lobby for the duration of the cold weather alert in effect for Ajax and Region of Durham.

This space will be open from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. starting tonight (January 23) and will remain open nightly until the cold weather alert is lifted. Access to the space is available through the Council Chambers entrance (65 Harwood Ave. S.).

For more information on warming spaces, please visit ajax.ca/WarmingCentres.

01/23/2026

Information Sharing!

The number of people on Ontario Works and the Ontario Disability Support Program who are also experiencing homelessness has shot up 72 percent since 2019, according to a new report from human rights organization Maytree.

12/03/2025

Check out this great production. Donations for those sleeping unsheltered are welcome.

12/03/2025

Looking for a way to give back this holiday season, consider donating to holiday meals for seniors.

Holiday Meals for Seniors: Make a donation today to support Holiday Meal Delivery in Brock

11/25/2025

Information sharing for winter warming!

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As temperatures drop, we’re expanding safe, welcoming spaces for young people and adults across Durham Region. ❄️

Our winter programs offer dignity, warmth, and connection for those with nowhere else to turn.

🌙 Ajax HUB Overnight – Opens Nov 23
Open 24/7 with limited overnight services
Drop-in only (no cots) | Ages 18+ | Dog-friendly (crated)
📍125 Commercial Ave, Ajax – Back Entrance
In partnership with Durham Region

🛏️ Refuge Winter Warming – Opens Dec 1
9pm–8am daily | Ages 16–26 | Dog-friendly (crated)
Flag System: Green = Cots available | Red = Full
📍357 Simcoe St S, Oshawa - Back Entrance
In partnership with The Refuge

Together, we’re creating safer nights and brighter mornings for our community.
Learn more: www.doorsofcompassion.c

11/21/2025

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To have a thriving community, access to affordable rental housing is a must. In recognition of on November 22, the Region of Durham is spotlighting the work being done to develop more housing that’s affordable, accessible and appropriate in our communities. Discover how we’re building a brighter future at: bit.ly/48bG05A.

10/20/2025

Join the GAP Committee in sharing and celebrating some great artists in our homeless community.