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
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
- How to reach
- (250) 763-2262 · info@nowcanada.ca · Website
- 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
- info@nowcanada.ca
- Website
- https://www.nowcanada.ca/vendors/
Listed in Kelowna, British Columbia.


