North Shore Youth Safe House

Short-term emergency housing and support services for up to four youth of all genders, ages 15 to 18, who may be homeless or needing a break from a stressful family situation (including unsafe and dangerous situations); stay is up to 14 days (which in some cases can be extended) with 24-hour staffing and an enforced housing curfew. Includes nutritious meals, shared rooms, showers, and laundry facilities. Services also include counselling, family mediation, information and referral, clothing, bus tickets for appointments, and help with income assistance, youth agreements, and educational opportunities. After-care support is also provided with the aim to help youth return to their home safely or to an alternate living environment. Accepts referral from self or other, though does not accept youth who are using drugs or alcohol, detoxing or have severe mental health issues; youth must be able to care for themselves and not be a risk to themselves or others. Not wheelchair accessible; can not accommodate pets. Serves youth from the North Shore and Sea-to-Sky areas, and elsewhere if beds are available.