Resources for individuals experiencing homelessness in St. Marys

With colder weather approaching, the Town of St. Marys is sharing an update on the services available for individuals who are experiencing homelessness this winter. 

Community Outreach Worker 

The Town’s full-time Community Outreach Worker is in regular contact with individuals experiencing homelessness in St Marys and offers facilitation, education, and referrals for those who require socio-economic support. 

If you are experiencing homelessness or are concerned about a person or family in need of help, please contact our Outreach Worker at 226-261-0098 or communityoutreach@town.stmarys.on.ca. 

Warming Stations 

Several Town facilities are open for those looking for a safe, warm space during daytime hours. Options include: 

Emergency Accommodation 

The City of Stratford Social Services Department is the provincially designated provider of short-term emergency accommodation for individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Perth County. 

The Town can connect individuals/families experiencing homelessness in St. Marys with the City of Stratford to arrange emergency accommodation. 

Emergency accommodation services are completely voluntary; individuals experiencing homelessness have the right to refuse them and may choose to do so, despite the cold temperatures. 

If you need emergency accommodation, or know someone that does, contact the Outreach Worker at 226-261-0098 or communityoutreach@town.stmarys.on.ca or the City of Stratford at 519-271-3773, ext. 200 or 1-800-669-2948 (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.); 519-272-2294 or 1-888-829-7484 (after hours, weekends, and holidays). 

More Information 

Additional information about local support services available for individuals experiencing homelessness is available at www.townofstmarys.com/stonetownsupports. 

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For media inquiries: 
Stacey Frayne | Marketing and Communications Specialist 
sfrayne@town.stmarys.on.ca | 519-284-2340, ext. 218