Find Help
A variety of support is available to community members facing homelessness and food insecurities throughout the City and Region. Find community member and business supports, including:
The Region of Durham offers housing-focused shelters if you do not have any other place to stay.
Food bank options are available to all community members in need of food assistance.
Information on warming centres and meal options for unsheltered community members.
Supports for businesses, stakeholders and community members within the downtown area.
Learn what actions the City, the Region and community partners are taking to end chronic homelessness.
Find local, compassionate solutions to help people who are unsheltered and most vulnerable in our community.
Report safety concerns by reporting non-criminal and nuisance related issues to Service Oshawa and criminal activity to Durham Regional Police Service.
To report an individual living on private property without the consent of the property owner, illegal activity such as drug use or inappropriate, unsafe behaviour, contact Durham Region Police Services (D.R.P.S.) at 905-579-1520
If you find a discarded needle or sharp in a City park, trail or greenspace, contact Service Oshawa at 905-436-3311. Learn what to do if a needle or sharp is found on your property.
Find Regional services and community outreach programs to provide support to community members.
211 is a free, multilingual, 24/7 helpline and website that provides information on and referrals to Ontario's community, social, health-related and government services.