Our Story

Fredericton Homeless Shelters Inc. was established in October of 1982. Over the past forty years, we have witnessed the full spectrum of humanity, from its most inspiring moments to its most challenging ones, filling our journey with a wide range of experiences. We have grown from one coed shelter to two main shelters (one for women and one for men) to three shelters and four transitional housing units. We have worked with people from all walks of life and all parts of the world; they have all had one thing in common; they came to us for help. Help is what we are extremely skilled at providing. With each passing year revealing increasingly complex needs among the people we serve, our proficient staff, who are compassionate, persistent, and adaptable, work alongside many individuals in need within our community.

Throughout the years, The Shelters have been an integral part of our community. We have welcomed countless people through our doors, helping them find healthier paths in life and move into housing. Our mission has always been about helping people. Our staff have and continue to provide a sliver of hope in a world, which at times, can be cold and hard.  We have calculated that we have worked with over 12,000 people in the past forty years. From our programs to our material support, we don’t try to change the world; rather we change many worlds, one person at a time.