Additional shelter beds have been added due to pending cold weather

The Department of Social Development and Housing is working with community partners to ensure Island residents have access to safe, warm shelter. 

• The Department is working with shelter providers across the province to ensure all available beds are being utilized.
• Bedford MacDonald House will be operating overflow beds.
• Transportation supports will be in place to support clients of the Community outreach Centre and Park Street Emergency Shelter.
• Additional beds have been secured in the event the shelter beds are at capacity. 
• Taxi services will be available to transport individuals as needed.
• Outreach Centre will be open 8-8 for clients to stay warm during the day

Media contact: 

Alex Firth

Public Engagement Officer 

Social Development and Housing

anfirth@gov.pe.ca