( Chris So / Toronto Star file photo )Toronto is in dire need of a large emergency shelter and unless immediate action is taken, people are at risk of becoming seriously ill or dying on the streets. “We urge City Council to open the armouries or a similarly large facility immediately.” Tory’s office received the letter Monday afternoon, a spokesperson confirmed. Tory, in an interview with the Star earlier this month, said he trusts and relies on the advice of shelter staff, both when it comes to emergency shelters and longer term options. “We are looking constantly.”On Sunday, according to city data, emergency shelters were at 94 per cent capacity, with women’s shelters at 95 per cent, and men’s shelters at 94 per cent. Anderson said the Red Door shelter for families is expected to open a 96-bed temporary program next week.

Source: thestar January 31, 2017 10:52 UTC