Whitehorse Emergency Shelter (WES)

Low-barrier shelter offers 24 beds and 30 overflow mats in a clean and safe environment for emergency overnight accommodation for individuals 18 and over. Offers clients three daily meals, supportive services (social worker, outreach worker, mental health services, referrals), shower and laundry facilities, clothing, personal care items, and harm reduction supplies. Pets are not allowed. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week year-round. Shelter is wheelchair accessible. Serves all genders. Not able to provide separate couple sleeping accommodation. Operated in partnership with the Council of Yukon First Nations (CYFN).