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Program:
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District of Rainy River Services Board - HOPE Centre - Warming Centre
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Phone Numbers:
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No public telephone number
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Address:
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324 Victoria Ave
Fort Frances, ON
P9A 2C2
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Street
Address:
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324 Victoria Ave HOPE Centre
Fort Frances
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Location:
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- HOPE Centre is located in the former Apostolic Way United Pentecostal Church on Victoria Ave
- Situated across the street from Fort Frances Clinic
- Closest intersection is at Victoria Ave and Church St
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Accessibility Notes:
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Not accessible; ramp available at back entrance
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Hours:
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Nov-Apr Mon-Sun 8:30 pm-7:30 am
Doors lock for the night at 11 pm
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Public Contacts:
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Brenda Witherspoon-Bedard - Homelessness Coordinator
807-274-5349 Ext 248
Christie Cousineau - Housing and Homelessness Prevention Program Supervisor
807-274-5349 Ext 237 * christie.cousineau@rrdssab.ca
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Service Description:
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Provides a place to warm up for the night during the coldest winter monthsEquipped with sleeping mats, blankets, tables, chairs, a fridge and stoveSupervised during open hoursAccess to on-site lockers for belongings, bathrooms, showers, a meal and a safe bed for the night
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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- Operates on a drop-in basis
- Door opens at 8:30 pm and guests must be inside before 11 pm when door is locked
- Individuals lockers available for securing belongings
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Open to anyone needing a place to warm up from the cold weather
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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District of Rainy River
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Last Updated:
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11/30/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=224977
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