Houselessness is a complex issue. Strathcona County works collaboratively with local and regional partners to address this challenge and support community safety and well-being.

To learn more, listen to our You Belong Here podcast, Season 3, Episode 1: "Houselessness in Strathcona County" available on Apple, Spotify and Amazon. This episode features an in-depth conversation with Tom Sutton, Director of RCMP and Enforcement Services, and Kesa Shikaze, Director of Family and Community Services.

Get support

If you are currently houseless or at risk of becoming houseless and looking for support, please call 780-464-4044 or visit our Solutions Navigation staff on the second floor at the Community Centre (401 Fesitval Lane, Sherwood Park). Solutions Navigators will listen to you and help connect you with supports including:

• Financial and housing support

• Non-perishable food

• Hygiene products and baby items

• Winter clothing

• Transit and recreation options

• Help completing government forms and applications

• Counselling

Give support

If you are concerned about an individual or encampment, please reach out to RCMP and Enforcement Services 24-hour non-emergency line at 780-467-7741. RCMP and Enforcement Services staff actively respond to individuals experiencing houselessness and connect them with Family and Community Services for support, while ensuring County signage, laws and bylaws are followed.

Find additional resources

• Find information and links to affordable services in Strathcona County.

• Find a list of local food pantries and food resources in Strathcona County through Food Finder Strathcona.

• Learn more about housing affordability and resources in Strathcona County.

Outreach pilot project coming soon

In the 2026 budget, Council approved funding for a three-year houselessness outreach pilot project that will further support people at risk of, or currently experiencing, homelessness. This pilot is currently in development and includes an outreach worker from Family and Community Services who will meet individuals where they are, build relationships and connect them to services and support.