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flag Toronto expanded winter shelters by 1,275 spaces and added 370 housing units for 2025–2026, but advocates say it still falls short of meeting demand.

flag Toronto launched its 2025 winter services plan on November 15, expanding shelter capacity by 1,275 spaces, including warming respite centers activated at -5°C or during weather warnings, and adding 370 new housing units. flag The plan runs through April 15, 2026. flag While advocates acknowledge the expansion as a step forward, they say it still fails to meet the full demand, leaving many homeless individuals at risk of cold-related harm due to limited access, outreach gaps, and inconsistent shelter availability.

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