London's Micro-Modular Shelter for People Experiencing Homelessness
Official title: London's Micro-Modular Shelter
London is building a temporary shelter site with 60 small furnished units for people experiencing homelessness. The site at Max Brose Drive and Cheese Factory Road will operate for up to two years, offering private spaces with heating, cooling, and electricity. Residents will get meals, showers, laundry, and access to mental health and addiction support. The goal? Help people stabilize and move toward permanent housing.
Why This Matters
Live or work near Max Brose Drive and Cheese Factory Road? This shelter will be your neighbour for the next two years. Care about how your city addresses homelessness? This is London's latest approach. The site opens in January 2026 and will house 60 people, including couples and pet owners.
What Could Change
The City will operate a 60-unit modular shelter until spring 2027. Ten units will accommodate couples. Residents will be selected through Coordinated Access, a standardized system that matches homeless individuals with housing and supports. The site will have 24/7 staffing, security cameras, and controlled entry.
Key Issues
- How should the City balance shelter residents' needs with neighbouring businesses' concerns?
- What services and supports should be prioritized at the site?
How to Participate
- Visit the consultation page to learn about the project and share your feedback.
- Review the Community and Protective Services Committee Report and the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee Report for detailed project information.
- Contact the City at cocc@london.ca with questions or feedback.