Back to SearchToday, the Region of Durham posted the following update regarding the creation of new shelter space in Ajax:
"Due to increasing need across our communities, the Region of Durham is working to expand emergency shelter space.
The Region was planning to open a 24/7 emergency shelter and hub at 130 Commercial Avenue, Ajax, in early December. Unfortunately, terms of the lease agreement for the building changed during negotiations and as a result, the Region will not be leasing the property.
The Region is working with the Town of Ajax to identify solutions to bring people indoors."
The following is a statement from Town of Ajax Mayor Shaun Collier regarding this announcement:
"I am disappointed that the Region and landlord weren't able to come to an agreement on the lease for 130 Commercial Avenue. This site would have supported the relocation of individuals at the established encampment at Achilles Road and Harwood Avenue, as well as others in dire need of shelter. Our priority now is to work with the Region to help them identify suitable spaces to bring people indoors and initiate the removal of the encampment. While not a permanent solution, a 24/7 winter warming centre is being operated at the Ajax Hub for those in need of a safe and warm indoor space."
"Due to increasing need across our communities, the Region of Durham is working to expand emergency shelter space.
The Region was planning to open a 24/7 emergency shelter and hub at 130 Commercial Avenue, Ajax, in early December. Unfortunately, terms of the lease agreement for the building changed during negotiations and as a result, the Region will not be leasing the property.
The Region is working with the Town of Ajax to identify solutions to bring people indoors."
The following is a statement from Town of Ajax Mayor Shaun Collier regarding this announcement:
"I am disappointed that the Region and landlord weren't able to come to an agreement on the lease for 130 Commercial Avenue. This site would have supported the relocation of individuals at the established encampment at Achilles Road and Harwood Avenue, as well as others in dire need of shelter. Our priority now is to work with the Region to help them identify suitable spaces to bring people indoors and initiate the removal of the encampment. While not a permanent solution, a 24/7 winter warming centre is being operated at the Ajax Hub for those in need of a safe and warm indoor space."
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