Letter to Councillor Amber Morley

January 24, 2025


Councillor Amber Morley
Toronto City Hall
100 Queen Street West, Suite C48
Toronto, M5H 2N2


Dear Councillor Morley,


I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express a growing concern among residents
regarding the proposed 80-person adult shelter at 66 Third Street. This project has raised
significant alarm within the community, and many local residents have expressed concerns to
me about the location of the shelter.


As this issue falls under your purview, I believe it is important to share the concerns that have
been raised with me. While I fully support the City’s efforts to address homelessness and
provide shelter for those in need, the lack of transparent, meaningful, and inclusive consultation
with the community is troubling. Many residents feel excluded from the process, and I am
hearing a growing sentiment that such a significant decision should have involved community
input from the outset—not after the site was chosen.


One of the key issues is the proximity of the shelter to two elementary schools. It is difficult for
many in the community to understand why an adult shelter would be located so close to these
schools. Parents, educators, and concerned residents have reached out to me, expressing
concerns about the safety of children and seniors in the area.


These are serious and pressing issues for our community, and I strongly urge you to take
immediate steps to ensure that the voices of all residents are heard.
As your provincial counterpart, I am committed to working with you to find a solution that both
supports those in need and ensures the safety, stability, and well-being of our community.
Thank you for your attention to this important matter. Please keep me informed of any further
developments.


Sincerely,
Christine Hogarth, MPP
Etobicoke-Lakeshore