The Region of Waterloo will open a new emergency overnight shelter in Kitchener this Friday. The new space operated by The Working Centre and will be open to people of all gender identities, couples and pets.
Tuesday was a hot one in the Region of Waterloo, feeling close to 40 Celsius with the humidex. Those steamy temperatures can be potentially dangerous for those living in tents at a Kitchener encampment.
A new emergency shelter is opening in Kitchener this week, and the Region of Waterloo said it will welcome and support all gender identities, couples and their pets.
People living at the encampment at 100 Victoria St. in Kitchener now have access to washrooms at St. John’s Kitchen. Two security staff will be on site from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. Monday through Friday as well as on weekends.