Ontario Opens New HART Hub in Oshawa to Expand Mental Health and Addiction Services
Oshawa HART Hub Ontario strengthens access to recovery-focused care and community support
OSHAWA — The Ontario government has officially opened a new Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment (HART) Hub in Oshawa, expanding access to integrated mental health, addictions and housing support services in Durham Region.
The new hub is part of a province-wide initiative backed by more than $560 million in funding to establish 29 HART Hubs across Ontario, aimed at improving recovery outcomes while enhancing community safety.
“We are building a stronger, more connected system of mental health and addictions care that better reflects the needs of communities and focuses on lasting recovery,” said Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions Vijay Thanigasalam.
Integrated care model for recovery
HART Hubs are designed to connect individuals facing homelessness, mental health challenges and substance use issues with a coordinated network of services. The Oshawa location brings together healthcare providers and community organizations to deliver comprehensive, locally tailored support.
Services available at the Oshawa hub include:
- Primary care services
- Mental health and addiction treatment
- Trauma-informed and evidence-based programming
- Case management for employment, income and social supports
- Supportive housing services
- Indigenous-focused services
The hub is led by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Durham, working in partnership with organizations such as Lakeridge Health Oshawa, Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, The Back Door Mission and the Region of Durham.
Strengthening local partnerships
Officials say the hub reflects a collaborative, cross-sector approach to care, aimed at reducing barriers and improving timely access to services.
“HART Hub Oshawa is a significant advancement toward a more connected and accessible system of care,” said Sheryl Wedderburn, CEO of CMHA Durham. “Through strong collaboration, we are improving timely access to the support people need.”
The Oshawa facility, located at 78 Richmond Street West, complements an existing HART Hub in Whitby that is already providing services in the region.
Focus on treatment and long-term stability
The province emphasized that HART Hubs prioritize treatment and recovery-based approaches, and do not include safer supply, supervised consumption or needle exchange programs.
In addition to expanding care services, the initiative includes plans to add nearly 900 supportive housing units across Ontario, helping individuals transition into stable, long-term living arrangements.
“With a $6.3 million investment, the new Oshawa HART Hub brings people the right care, at the right time,” said MPP Peter Bethlenfalvy.
Part of broader mental health strategy
The expansion aligns with Ontario’s Roadmap to Wellness, a 10-year, $3.8 billion plan to modernize the province’s mental health and addictions system. Additional funding commitments include $303 million over three years for community-led mental health programs.
Mayor Dan Carter welcomed the new hub, calling it “a cornerstone of support” for residents facing complex challenges.
As the province continues to expand its network of HART Hubs, officials say the goal remains to provide accessible, coordinated care that supports recovery while strengthening communities across Ontario.
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