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Lambton County warns closing Sarnia’s overflow shelter too soon may boost encampments and strain services, despite progress toward permanent housing.
Lambton County warns that closing Sarnia’s overflow shelter too soon could increase encampments and strain emergency services, as the shelter at 85% capacity provides critical housing when the permanent Good Shepherd’s Lodge is full.
Officials aim to phase it out by spring 2026 in a coordinated way, citing progress like 23 people moved into housing in September and reduced police and medical calls.
A proposed April 2025 closure failed, with leaders stressing the need for long-term housing solutions over temporary fixes.
Day programs have moved to a new hub on Lochiel Street to reduce neighborhood impact.
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El condado de Lambton advierte que cerrar el refugio de desbordamiento de Sarnia demasiado pronto podría aumentar los campamentos y los servicios de tensión, a pesar del progreso hacia la vivienda permanente.