Posted: Jun 15, 2021 5:51 PM CT | Last Updated: June 15
Extreme heat poses a threat to Saskatoon s homeless population. People are encouraged to seek shelter at cooldown locations that provide shade and water. (CBC)
A heat warning has been issued for Saskatoon in light of Tuesday s temperature getting above 30 C.
As homeless people in the city find themselves at risk from the extreme heat, the Saskatoon Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) is working in partnership with several locations in the city to provide people seeking relief with shelter and water.
Some of the locations include Westside Community Clinic, Cumfi, Paved Arts, EGADZ, the Friendship Inn, Prairie Harm Reduction, the Salvation Army and the Lighthouse Supported Living.
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Saskatoon administration advises against opening city facilities for homeless during extreme cold
City councillors in Saskatoon heard concerns from administration Tuesday about designating a city-run facility as an overnight emergency cold weather emergency shelter.
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SHIP asks Saskatoon city council to open up civic facility as an emergency overnight shelter
The Saskatoon Housing Initiatives Partnership [SHIP] is asking the City of Saskatoon to look at designating a civic facility as an emergency overnight shelter during the winter.
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Posted: Feb 22, 2021 11:46 AM CT | Last Updated: February 22
Saskatoon organizations are looking for new ways to provide a warm place for people without homes.(Radio-Canada)
The Saskatoon Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) is asking the City of Saskatoon to look at designating a civic facility as an emergency overnight shelter during the winter.
Lyn Brown, SHIP s executive director, said there are just not enough overnight spaces available in the city on extreme cold nights.