Care Bus
*The Care Bus will begin services on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 and runs daily until March 31, 2026*
The Care Bus provides a safe space to warm up, talk to an outreach worker, and get to your destination. It operates daily from 1:30 – 9:30pm, with expanded hours (9:30am – 9:30pm) in January and February. The bus is free and transports people throughout the city to needed services, with no time limit on rides. Using a low-barrier, harm reduction approach, the Care Bus meets riders where they are, offering support as needed. Harm Reduction Outreach Workers are also available to provide health education, referrals, triage basic health needs, and assist with emergency or crisis situations.
Hours of Operation
- 7 days a week, including holidays
- 1:30PM – 9:30PM in November, December and March
- 9:30AM – 9:30PM in January and February
Route Information
The bus stops at key locations throughout the city, including local warming centres, emergency shelters, meal services, libraries, and health and social services. The Care Bus follows a flexible route and is able to adapt the route and schedule to meet rider needs. Follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on Care Bus activities. View Route Map for 2024-2025
Care Bus Services
While riders are on the Care Bus, they can access the following:
- Food
- Water
- Warm clothing
- Harm reduction supplies
- Wound care kits
- Emergency winter gear
- Personal protective equipment
- Self-care / hygiene supplies
- Basic wound care
- Therapeutic listening
- Referrals to health/social services
Thanks to our 2025/2026 partner: Mindimooyenh Health Clinic created and operated by the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA).
Thanks to our 2025/2026 funder: Health Canada’s Substance Use and Addictions Program
The Care Bus initiative has been made possible through a Contribution by Health Canada’s Substance Use and Addictions Program – Emergency Treatment Fund. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of Health Canada
Do you have a question about the Care Bus?
Please contact the Care Bus at 807-632-9732 during operating hours