NEW Drop-In Resource Centre Hours come to Thursday this Winter
Extended Thursday hours will provide people experiencing homelessness with a warm, welcoming space and connections to community services throughout the winter.
NEW Thursday Winter Hours at the Drop-In Resource Centre
The centre will be open every Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with a service pause for a staff break from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Start Me Up Niagara is a registered charity and a connected system of low-barrier support. Through the Drop-In Resource Centre, Food Program, Mobile Closet, Bike Me Up and the Work Action Centre, people can access food, clothing, hygiene items, affordable transportation, employment support, referrals, resources and community connection.
Different entry points serve one purpose: to remove everyday barriers and restore dignity. We meet people where they are, offer practical support delivered with a trauma-informed approach without judgment, and help them take the next step forward.
Learn more about the programs and services we offer to help individuals set goals and to achieve success.
At Start Me Up Niagara, we offer services and programs to support people facing significant challenges such as poverty, homelessness, unemployment, disabilities, addictions and mental health issues.
Our goal is to provide opportunities for these individuals to help them increase their level of self-sufficiency and improve their quality of life. Our services range from daily drop in, community lunches, health care, income maximization, arts, and employment development.
Together, we are working to build a community where all are included.
Housing referrals, support and resources for people experiencing or are at risk of homelessness in Niagara.
203 Church St., ON L2R 3E8 (Map)
Monday to Friday | 9:00AM - 12PM, 1PM - 4PM
Sunday | 11:15AM to 1:00PM
Our dedicated volunteers, donors and supporters are dedicated to our mission to support and provide opportunities for individuals facing hardships in Niagara. If you're interested in getting involved, there are many ways to help.
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Extended Thursday hours will provide people experiencing homelessness with a warm, welcoming space and connections to community services throughout the winter.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM203 Church Street Start Me Up Niagara invites our community, partners and supporters to our 2026 Annual General Meeting.
Something good happened at the Drop-In Resource Centre this week. We stayed open later on Wednesday. The coffee was on. The games were out. The foosball table got loud. People laughed, cheered, played, watched, joined in and stayed awhile. It felt like exactly what the space is meant to be. Starting this week, Start Me Up Niagara’s Drop-In Resource Centre has expanded Wednesday hours to create more room for connection, recreation and community. New Wednesday Hours 12:00 PM to 3:...