Wiigiwaminaan Lodge Indigenous-led Hub

Initially launched in December 2021 as a partnership between Atlohsa Family Healing Services, St. Joseph's Health Care London, and the City of London, Wiiigwaminaan Lodge has now evolved into an emergency shelter and Indigenous-focused Hub as part of our commitment to address Indigenous homelessness. The name Wiigiwaaminaan, which means "Our lodge we collectively look after" in Anishinaabemowin, reflects our ethos of shared responsibility and community care.

We support Indigenous people ages 16+ through land-based service delivery, designed to provide wrap-around care and a host of services. While our outdoor lodges and long-term spaces are available only to Indigenous peoples, Wiigiwaaminaan has an open-door policy and supports London’s Whole of Community Response with meals, showers, laundry, and rest.

Located beside Parkwood Institute and aligned with the Giwetashkad Indigenous Homelessness Strategic Plan, Wiigiwaaminaan offers twelve outdoor lodges, six indoor long-term spaces and ten respite-in-the-moment spaces.

With funding received from the Fund for Change through the London Community Foundation, we are performing crucial renovations for additional washroom and shower spaces, a locker room, and a commercial kitchen.

To reach Wiigiwaaminaan Lodge directly, please call 519-430-7572. 

Should you require immediate assistance, please reach out to our 24-hour Crisis Line at 1-800-605-7477.