Emma’s Place

Emma’s Haven

Working alongside Haven Place, Emma’s Haven provides 30 low-barrier shelter beds for women, trans, and non-binary individuals aged 18 and older. Beds are available on a first-come, first-served basis, through either self-referral or community referral.

At Emma’s Haven, guests have access to:

  • A safe bed and essential supplies

  • Emotional and peer support

  • Referrals to community services

  • Assistance with connecting to housing resources

Support from local partners and funders ensures that Emma’s Haven can continue providing a lifeline for individuals experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity.

For decades, our staff, volunteers, and donors have worked side-by-side to break cycles of homelessness, poverty, and abuse. Together, we have built a community rooted in compassion, resilience, and the belief that change is possible for everyone.

Location & Contact

5000 Younge Street North York Ontario Canada

Our Philosophy

At Sheltr Canada’s Support Spaces, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment where women, trans, and non-binary individuals can find support, empowerment, and belonging.

We build this environment by:

  • Ensuring minimal barriers to accessing our services

  • Viewing each individual through a trauma-informed lens

  • Recognizing that every person requires a unique set of supports and resources

  • Meeting basic needs first so individuals can focus on future goals

  • Taking a harm reduction approach to help individuals stay safe and supported

  • Sharing tools, resources, and information that empower informed decision-making

  • Providing a variety of creative and social activities that foster growth and connection

  • Offering a compassionate, non-judgmental ear for those who need to be heard

We strive to ensure our spaces respect diversity, embrace differences, and encourage people to build strong communities of care and empowerment together.

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