Feb
1
2023

Additional shelter beds have been added due to pending cold weather

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

General Inquiries

Department of Social Development and Seniors
2nd Floor, Jones Building
11 Kent Street
PO Box 2000
Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8

Phone: 902-620-3777
Toll-free: 1-866-594-3777
Fax: 902-894-0242

DeptSDS@gov.pe.ca