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Housing and Transitional Housing

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Toronto
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416-364-8228 ext 3389
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Fax: 416-364-8526
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Last update: Nov 17, 2025: Suggest an edit
Application
Housing - referral through our partner programs including THP, Open House Drop-In, 40 Oak Housing Support, and HASS
Transitional Housing - call for application 416-364-8228 ext 3361
Eligibility / Target Population
Housing - Adults 18 years and older, with a history of chronic homelessness
Transitional Housing Program



  • all genders, 18 years and older


  • homeless at intake


  • high utilization of Emergency Room (ER), hospital inpatient or Withdrawal Management Service (WMS) use: 20 or more ER admissions in the past year; or, 5 or more ER visits in the past 2 months; or 8 or more WMS admissions in the past year; or 20 or more inpatient days in the past year


  • active substance use issue (and/or concurrent issues)


  • able to live independently with or without personal care supports obtained elsewhere


  • interest/motivation to transition from the streets; goals towards permanent housing


  • clear need and interest in gaining new living skills, including skills for managing a stable housing environment (i.e. the individual is expected to not be suitable for permanent housing at the present time)


  • able and willing to participate in case management, client understands and agrees to program components


  • able to provide proof of status in Canada
Fees
Housing - Rent geared to income
Languages
English
Accessibility Note
Not applicable
Description of Services:
Housing Program
  • works with chronically homeless tenants to access and maintain alternative supportive housing in shared accommodation
  • safe space for individuals experiencing deep poverty with a history of chronic homelessness and often the long-term effects of trauma and substance use
  • serves tenants through a harm reduction, eviction prevention and community engagement framework to reduce their isolation and build community through engaging programs and activities
Transitional Housing Program (THP)
  • one year transitional housing program with case management supports
  • residents expected to work with case managers on goals, especially those related to finding and maintaining housing
Last Updated: Nov 17, 2025: Suggest an edit