Winter Response Strategy

Winter Response Strategy
Operates annually from December 1st to March 31st.
The City of Hamilton, along with community partners, have implemented an elevated standard of winter response, with ongoing availability of services over the winter months to better address the needs of people experiencing homelessness.
Services are available daily from December 1st to March 31st, regardless of the temperature outdoors, and aim to provide a more effective response to the community's needs, specifically for individuals living unhoused.
Overnight Drop-In & Evening Warming Spaces
To offer increased protection and safety throughout the winter season, these enhanced supports will be offered annually:
For additional information related to services available, programs may be contacted using the contact information provided.
NOTE: These services are specific to additional supports in place December 1st to March 31st annually and hours are subject to change. For information on ongoing, regular services and supports, please visit Preventing & Ending Homelessness and Cold Alerts & Community Response for further resources and information.