Homelessness Kingston

• New warming centre to open in Kingston by end of the month

  The new warming centre, which will be located on Concession Street, will open Dec. 27 and will offer a meal service at night, United Way KFL&A says.

  Canada

  Dec 13, 2021
  
• Kingston agencies try to set record straight about COVID-19 homeless response

  Community agencies spent time with media clarifying how they're working to address the needs of vulnerable people dealing with COVID-19 in Kingston.

  Canada

  Dec 3, 2021
  
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• Kingston woman raises funds to buy a tiny home for a homeless man

  Kim Cormier offered David McDonald a space in her backyard to camp after his scooter got a flat tire outside her home. Now, she's working to put a roof over his head.

  Canada

  Sep 10, 2021
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• City of Kingston begins removal of temporary services at Belle Park

  As announced by the city last week, services like power have been shut off.

  Canada

  Aug 11, 2020
• City of Kingston confirms it will not be enforcing evictions at Belle Park on July 31

  The city says CAO Lanie Hurdle plans to visit Belle Park and discuss with campers next steps after council's Friday eviction date passes.

  Canada

  Jul 30, 2020
• ‘A taste of what’s to come’: Belle Park residents worry for Friday after mistaken eviction notices

  After receiving eviction notices Tuesday from bylaw officers, several people staying at Belle Park say they will not leave the park on Friday, the eviction deadline.

  Canada

  Jul 29, 2020
• City to dismantle structures in Belle Park funded by local donations on eviction day

  Despite local fundraising efforts, the city says it will be dismantling any structures built on Belle Park on July 31, when the campers will be evicted.

  Canada

  Jul 27, 2020
• City of Kingston considers supportive housing options for Belle Park campers

  The city is considering using the current Kingston Youth Shelter to house those camping out at Belle Park after their eviction.

  Jul 9, 2020
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• Homeless camp leaves Kingston business owner frustrated

  'We're working our butt off for a safe place to live and that's the last thing I feel right now,' Randy Casford says.

  Canada

  Sep 23, 2019