The Halton Region is partnering with Ample Labs and the United Way Halton & Hamilton to help prevent homelessness.
Through the partnership, a new web-app has been launched, called Chalmers.
Chalmers is designed to use an artificial intelligence-powered chatbot that will connect people to critical services like free meals, shelter, clothing banks and more.
“It’s very exciting to see the Chalmers chatbot officially launch in Halton. The Region is proud to support this important technological initiative that will help our most vulnerable populations,” said Gary Carr, Halton Regional Chair. “As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, reducing barriers and improving ease of access to services for those that need them most remains critical. Thank you to Ample Labs and everyone involved in bringing this new technology to our region.”
The app is already running in cities like Toronto, Hamilton, and Barrie, helping more than 125,000 vulnerable users. With the additions of Halton, York, Peel and Durham regions this Fall, Chalmers will be available to more than half of Ontarians by year-end.
“We at United Way Halton & Hamilton are proud to support this strategic initiative that aims to serve the most vulnerable in our communities by leveraging technology to reduce barriers to community services like food and shelter,” said Brad Park, President and CEO United Way Halton & Hamilton. “Chalmers has the capacity to reach community members and support frontline workers, both of which have been significantly impacted by this pandemic.”
