Wellington County is issuing an urgent plea to Guelph landlords to find homes for victims of a fire.

Dozens of people have been displaced after a fire at a mixed-use building in Downtown Guelph.

Crews were called to the fire on Wyndham Street near Quebec Street just after 1 a.m. Police said between 25 to 30 people have been displaced.

Viewer video shows smoke pouring out of the building and firefighters breaking a window on the main floor to get inside.

The fire chief called it “a stubborn fire that took a fair bit of work” to get under control.

Police say a woman was illegally living in the basement and was later charged with arson.

The county is now asking landlords to help the 34 residents still looking for a place to live.

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If you do you can play an important role in helping others and improving the Ontario rental industry.

Anyone with one, two, or three bedroom units available to rent is asked to contact housing services here. Thanks to those in our community who have already done so.

Let’s Help Displaced Tenants All Over Ontario. Let’s Make A Difference

Most of our members rented before.  We know there are many cases where tenants get displaced all over the province.

If you have rentals available contact your local city or town and let them know you might be able to help tenants in need find a safe and welcoming new home.