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Additional shelter beds have been added due to pending cold weather

CANADA, February 1 - 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
If you or someone you know needs emergency temporary shelter or to book a bed at Park Street Emergency Shelter or other emergency shelters in PEI, contact the Shelter Support Line at 1-833-220-4722. 

Media contact: 
Alex Firth
Public Engagement Officer 
Social Development and Housing
anfirth@gov.pe.ca

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