The 1635 Dundas Street East project is a multi-phase initiative aimed at providing safe and inclusive housing support solutions to help individuals and families who need it most.

Durham Region welcomed the first occupants to 1635 Dundas Street East shelter on March 20, 2024. The occupancy rate has been at or near capacity since opening.

Phase 2 now focuses on implementing what we heard from community engagement in Phase 1 by creating housing units with health and social supports and services. Durham Region values the insights and suggestions from our community members in informing the design and implementation of this facility that meets the needs of our residents.

Thank you for all the great input we received through our online survey for Phase 2. We appreciate and value all feedback.

The 1635 Dundas Street East: Phase 2 Community Engagement Report is now available.

Emergency shelter space:

Community Liaison Committee

The 1635 Dundas Community Liaison Committee (CLC) meets on a monthly basis to share information, identify issues, concerns and mitigation strategies that will assist in a successful integration of this low barrier shelter into the broader community.

Meeting minutes are posted online after they are approved by the Community Liaison Committee. The meeting minutes are posted to the right hand column under Community Liaison Committee Meeting Minutes.

If community members would like to connect with the CLC, please email CommunityLC@durham.ca.

An overview of 1635 Dundas St. East

What is 1635 Dundas St. East all about?

How does 1635 Dundas St. East support people who are experiencing homelessness?

Visit https://www.durham.ca/SupportiveHousingProjects/ to learn more about this Whitby-based site, along with information on the Beaverton Supportive Housing Project and the Oshawa Micro-Homes Pilot Project.