Emergency Housing & Shelter Support Across Canada
CALL 211
Immediate help for people experiencing homelessness, domestic violence, or housing crisis
Need Help Right Now?
Call 211
Dial 211 from anywhere in Canada for free, confidential information and referral to emergency shelters, housing support, food banks and crisis services.
Available 24/7 in over 150 languages
Women & Children
If you’re escaping domestic violence or human trafficking:
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-363-9010
- Shelters often have priority spaces
Youth (under 24)
Specialized youth services available:
- National Youth in Crisis Line: 1-800-668-6868
- Many communities have youth-specific emergency beds
Additional National Resources
Canada.ca Housing Help
Government information about emergency housing programs, rapid re-housing, and income supports.
Homelessness Partnering Strategy
Federal programs and local community organizations working to end homelessness.
Indigenous Support Services
National Indigenous Crisis Line: 1-855-242-3310
Culturally appropriate emergency support services.