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A 49-year-old Ottawa man has been charged with attempted murder after an allegedly stabbing in the ByWard Market early Sunday.

Police said the stabbing took place “at a local Ottawa shelter” near George and Cumberland streets, which is where the Salvation Army Booth Centre is located.

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The victim was taken to hospital, where he was treated for serious, but non-life-threatening injuries, police said.

A 911 call was made at about 12:40 a.m. After arriving at the shelter, police arrested Ali Dakhil. He was charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault, assault with a weapon and possession of a weapon dangerous to the public. He appeared in court on Sunday morning and was remanded for another appearance on Monday.