Out of the Cold provides permanent, dignified housing for individuals (16+) of all genders who have been chronically unhoused who experience a variety of barriers to housing.
Our Services are grounded in harm reduction.
Harm reduction is the non-judgemental provision of resources and support to people who use substances, including alcohol. By practicing within a harm reduction frame work we can minimize negative consequences associated with substance and alcohol use, and offer a stigma-free environment.
Supportive Housing
Private homes inside a community with additional networks of support on site.
Housing Solutions
Our staff are experienced in connecting unhoused or precariously housed folks to housing resources. You do not need to be a resident of Out of the Cold to call us and receive support in accessing resources. We do not have an employment counselor on staff.
Are you interested in helping out?
You can aid our community by donating, volunteering to make meals, or by joining our staff. Your support makes a difference.
Our Current Projects
The Gardens
Growing vegetable and flowers in our community has been instrumental in reducing stress, boosting self-esteem, promoting positive relationships, and contributing to the overall health and well-being of our residents.
Free Showers
(Temporarily Unavailable)
We offer free showers at both locations. We have towels, personal care items and we do not have a time limit for showers.
Times and dates will be announced when the program resumes.
On-Site Programming
We host a resident-directed cooking program, a pilot project offering weekly group-counselling sessions lead by experienced counselors, and also a chore program designed to incentivise the development of routine and skills around maintaining and taking pride in a healthy living environment.
Our Mission
Out of the Cold Community Association runs two low-barrier supported housing communities in the HRM. Our support is human-centered and grounded in harm reduction because every one of us has the right to safe, healthy and affordable housing.
We’re available by phone 24/7.
Reach out to our staff with any questions or concerns