Originally posted: May 19, 2026
Updated: June 19, 2026
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Public information meeting for Homelessness Support Centre to take place July 15

Oxford County is hosting a public information meeting to share details, answer questions, and listen to feedback about the future Homelessness Support Centre in Woodstock.

Wednesday, July 15, 2026
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
South Gate Centre – Boughtflower Room
191 Old Wellington Street South, Woodstock

The meeting will allow residents and businesses located in the area of the new shelter-- 808 Dundas Street in Woodstock-- as well as other members of the community to give input and ask questions on operational aspects of the support centre, safety and security, and other considerations. The meeting will include a presentation and a question-and-answer period.

For those unable to attend, details of the session will be shared with Oxford County Council at a future council meeting and posted to Speak Up, Oxford! at www.oxfordcounty.ca/speakup.

Residents and businesses in the area will receive a direct notice for the public meeting and will be notified again in advance of the County Council report.

June 1, 2026

New Homelessness Support Centre in Woodstock marks next step toward “Housing for all”

Oxford County’s goal of “Housing for all” is taking a major step forward with a new Homelessness Support Centre in Woodstock that will offer emergency shelter alongside other services that help transition people out of homelessness and into stable housing.

The support centre, expected to open in spring 2028, will work in partnership with Woodstock’s new Homelessness and Addictions Recovery Treatment (HART) Hub/Wellness Centre to serve residents from across Oxford County who are unhoused or at the risk of becoming homeless. It will offer a single-location 24/7 emergency shelter model offering 55 beds, meal areas, safe storage for personal belongings, on-site laundry, day programs, and on-site security.

Read the full announcement | Watch the video statement