Housing and Shelter Resources
Can-Am Urban Native Homes
519-977-7782 | caunh.ca
A community organization dedicated to providing affordable, suitable, and safe homes for Indigenous residents living in the City of Windsor.
Central Housing Registry – Windsor Essex County
519-254-6994 | chrwec.com
Maintains a centralized waiting list for most social housing providers across Windsor-Essex County. To apply for social housing or locate information on available housing and eligibility requirements, visit their website (above).
Downtown Mission of Windsor
519-973-5573 | downtownmission.comProvides services to individuals who struggle with poverty and homelessness, including shelter, food, and clothing.
Hand In Hand Support – Transitional Housing
519-419-5500 | handinhandsupports.com
A non-profit transitional homes organization that offers residential treatment care with a sober living environment. The organization also offers in-house counselling services, spiritual-based programs, and community programs including AA, NA, and CoDA.
Hiatus House
519-252-7781 | hiatushouse.com
A 42-bed shelter for victims of intimate partner violence, human trafficking and sexual violence. Provides crisis support, safety planning, counselling, family court support, and transitional housing.
Homelessness and Housing Help Hub (H4)
519-254-4824 | citywindsor.ca
Provides an enriched service centre for vulnerable populations experiencing homelessness. Services include housing applications and overnight shelter beds which are available during the winter months.
Housing Information Services
519-254-4824
Provides housing information, support and advocacy.
Nisa Homes
1-888-315-6472 | nisafoundation.ca
Transitional housing support services for women fleeing intimate partner violence, escaping poverty, or seeking asylum, specifically those identifying as immigrants, refugees, or of the Muslim faith.
Street Help Windsor
519-977-9200 | street-help.com
A walk-in self-help organization dedicated to supporting unhoused and at-risk populations with basic needs, including food, water, clothing, and hygiene products.
The Inn of Windsor
519-252-7768 | theinnofwindsor.com
A community based residential care program that serves young women ages 13-17. Also offers an independent living program for men and women ages 16-21 who need community supports.
The Salvation Army Windsor Centre of Hope
519-253-7473 | salvationarmywindsor.ca
A Christian organization that provides assistance to men throughout Windsor-Essex experiencing poverty and homelessness. Services include immediate shelter, food, and addiction rehabilitation.
The Welcome Centre for Women and Families
519-971-7595 | welcomecentreshelter.com
A community agency offering transitional housing support and shelter to women+ and families across Windsor-Essex County.
Windsor Essex Community Housing Corporation
519-254-1681 | wechc.com
Social housing provider in Windsor and Essex County that operates and manages a portfolio of affordable housing, public housing, and rent supplement programs.
Windsor Residence for Young Men
226-221-8624 | wrym.ca
A support residence for males aged 16-24 who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Services include counselling programs and life-skill development.