Premier Ford Ends Shelter Lease Talks | Toronto News

Ontario Premier Doug Ford personally called a St. Catharines resident to announce the province has scrapped lease talks for a proposed emergency shelter on Bunting Road — a move that came after months of community outcry. Cathy Link, who voiced concerns about vandalism, trash, and drugs near a popular park, had been in direct contact with Ford, who kept her updated throughout. While the Niagara Region confirms the site is off the table, they’re still racing to find a suitable location by year’s end — a critical deadline as the current temporary shelter’s lease expires. With dozens of sites reviewed and none meeting all criteria, officials are balancing urgent client needs with community safety, vowing to keep searching for the right fit. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/85e3fff22fea47a4