County of Simcoe lays out enhanced programs to assist homeless this winter Read More > Facebook Twitter 13.10.2023
Federal housing advocate slams proposed by-law changes in Barrie, says it would create new barriers for the homeless The Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness says proposed by-laws are " a clear-cut violation of human rights" Read More > Facebook Twitter 21.06.2023
City of Barrie tries to clear the air ahead of council by-law votes regarding homelessness The city says agencies, non-profits and individuals would still be able to distribute tents, food and tarps, but just not on city-owned property Read More > Facebook Twitter 20.06.2023
City implements measures to clean up downtown Barrie park 'We can't just stand by and let our parks become places where lawless activity is accepted' Read More > Facebook Twitter 19.06.2023
County of Simcoe releases homelessness prevention strategy The plan is being presented to the City of Barrie on Wednesday Read More > Facebook Twitter 06.06.2023
‘We’re in a crisis’: Head of Barrie shelter says warming centres need to be open round-the-clock Head of Busby Centre repeats call for more supportive housing Read More > Facebook Twitter 09.02.2023
Temporary homeless shelter still on target to open in Barrie this month says County of Simcoe The temporary shelter is at the former OPP detachment on Rose Street near Highway 400 Read More > Facebook Twitter 02.12.2022
Youth Haven launches Boxes of Hope campaign The campaign raised over $58,000 last year Read More > Facebook Twitter 14.11.2022
Timeline unchanged to open temporary homeless shelter in Barrie: County Shelter structure will be modular Read More > Facebook Twitter 17.10.2022
Youth Haven to get a new home sweet home Youth Haven hopes to raise $600,000 in the community Read More > Facebook Twitter 29.09.2022