Stranded In Edmonton
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Stranded in Edmonton?
Serious emergencies
Dial 911 immediately.
Hostels
- HI Edmonton Hostel - 10647 81 Ave, Edmonton. Ph (877) 467-8336
Homeless Shelters
If you arrive in Edmonton homeless and unable to afford accomodation the Edmonton Public Library has contact details for homeless shelters / welfare agencies that can assist.
- Dial 311 from any phone for City information.
Medical Costs
A visit to the Dr can cost around $40 - $50 if you don't have any insurance. om/en/Edmonton#Medical_Issues Edmonton Wiki] for Albertan services.
No Couch?
We do not provide emergency couches, if you are looking for an emergency couch, please sleep in a hostel for a night, and use the internet service to send individual CouchSearch requests.
Not recommended
Please be careful if you are going to sleep on the street. Please sleep at the airport or use the hostel. We are not responsible if your safety is compromised or you get into trouble with the police.
No Food?
These cheap food places are open late:
- Steel Wheels Rock & Roll Pizzeria - 8430 Gateway Blvd, just off Whyte Ave. $3 pizza, open till 4am daily.
How to Avoid Being Stranded
To prevent this from happening again, please plan ahead and contact your preferred host about 2 weeks beforehand.
Travel smart and stay safe!
