As the colder months approach, Security Services would like to ensure the MacEwan community is aware of key resources available to those who may need assistance. Below is a summary of easily accessible resources, including shelters, support services and essential winter supplies. This list is not comprehensive, but provides options that cover a range of immediate needs.

Navigation Center

Location: Corner of 103 Ave. and 107 St. (access through the alley)

Services: ID services, financial supports, housing assistance and addiction support

Hours: Open 8 a.m. -4 p.m. (arrive early as slots fill quickly)

Hope Mission

Location: 9908 106 Ave.

Access: Walk-in available 24/7. 211 can assist with transport

No call required to access space. Phone: 780-422-2018

Mustard Seed Central

Location: 9526 106 Ave.

Access:

First floor: 60 beds (30 reserved for the Radius Health’s Respite to Recovery program)

Second and third floors: Beds for men and women

Beds open at 7 p.m.

Contacts:

First floor: 780-919-1735

Second floor: 780-983-6878

Third floor: 780-720-7925

Maskokamik Shelter

Location: 11845 Wayne Gretzky Drive

Access: Unclaimed beds available at 10 p.m.

Phone: 587-525-8222

Al-Rashid Mosque

Location: 13070 113 St NW

Access: Open during cold weather activations

Phone: 780-451-6694

Bissell Centre

Location: 10527 96 St.

Services: Washrooms, showers, laundry facilities, telephones and more

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Stanley Milner Library

Location: 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square NW

Services: Referrals to food, shelter, health care and other community services

Hours:

Monday to Friday: 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Saturday: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

Additional support and supplies

Security Services strives to keep the emergency closet stocked with winter essentials, including:

Men’s and women’s clothing (various sizes)

Winter gear: mitts, toques, hand warmers and winter shoes

Hygiene bags and feminine hygiene products

For anyone in need of further assistance, Security Services is available to help connect individuals with the appropriate services.

Thank you for assisting our team in keeping everyone safe this coming winter season.

From Security Services