YWCA Davenport Women's Shelter Redevelopment

This adaptive reuse project transforms an existing retail building into a welcoming residential space.

The property underwent extensive renovations and a four-storey addition.The site's redevelopment is part of the City of Toronto's initiative to add new shelter facilities across the city.

RJC was retained as Prime Consultant and Contract Administrator to establish this site as a Women's shelter.

The renovations significantly expand the amenities and increase the space available to shelter residents.

The project involves the complete building renovation, including complete overcladding, and the installation of a new elevator, shaft, mechanical room, and associated components.RJC was the Contract Administrator and Prime Consultant for 11 different disciplines and provided technical design services for the structural, civil, building envelope, roofing and components of the project.

Our team also included architectural, mechanical, electrical, security design, IPAC design, kitchen design, building and fire code, and cost estimating.