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Housing and homelessness in Kelowna, British Columbia

NOW Canada - Alexandra Gardner Women and Children Safe Centre (AG House) Emergency Shelter

Offered by New Opportunities for Women (NOW) Canada

Open 24 hours, 7 days a week Website checked March 2026Crisis support

In short

The Alexandra Gardner Women and Children Safe Centre (or AG House as it is fondly known) is Kelownas only 24/7 homeless shelter for women, youth and children.

Hours
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week
Updated
This organization's address is confidential and is not published.
Who it is for
Children, Youth, Seniors, Women; Seniors, Youth, Women, Children (4-12), Youth (13-24), Older adults (65+)
What it helps with
Help right now, Food to eat, A safe place to sleep tonight, A home I can afford, Medical care, Help with drinking or drugs, Safety from harm, Knowing where to go, Help with my mental health, Making my own choices, A fresh start
Cost and access
Free
Last verified
, by the organization
About this service

The Alexandra Gardner Women and Children Safe Centre (or AG House as it is fondly known) is Kelownas only 24/7 homeless shelter for women, youth and children. It is a low-barrier meaning people who are active in their addiction can access however, they are not permitted to use while in the shelter.

The shelters services are free and include:

  • a 30 day stay for those who are homeless
  • a warm, clean and safe non-judgmental environment
  • three nutritious meals a day
  • 24 hour on-site support
  • individualized case planning (e.g. assistance in finding housing, employment, accessing medical treatment, referrals to alcohol/drug treatment programs)
  • laundry facilities
  • referrals to NOW Canada programs and other community services

NOW partners with Kelowna Gospel Mission to provide additional overflow beds to accommodate clients who are unable to get a bed at the AG House. As well, we put down mats in the winter which offers additional shelter at the coldest time of the year.

Who can use it?

Women and children who are homeless

When is it open?

NOW Canada - Alexandra Gardner Women and Children Safe Centre (AG House) Emergency Shelter is open Open 24 hours, 7 days a week.

How do I get in touch?

Call (250) 763-2262, email info@nowcanada.ca, or use the website.

Phone
(250) 763-2262
Email
info@nowcanada.ca
Website
https://www.nowcanada.ca/vendors/

Listed in Kelowna, British Columbia.