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We’re incredibly thankful for the unwavering support and dedication of our partners. They play a critical role in addressing poverty and inequity, and building strong, resilient communities. Their tireless efforts help us to fulfill our mission and create positive change in the lives of the people...

Without identification, accessing housing, health care, financial assistance, food banks, and employment are out of reach. Our program helps people who are homeless apply for essential identification. With daily clinics across the city, PAID is accessible for people living on the street, in...

When people are homeless, they lack the basic necessities to survive. Our Peer Outreach Teams are there to help by supplying food, warm clothes, and harm reduction supplies. The Teams' goal goes beyond immediate needs: By building trust, people are more willing to accept additional support,...

Peer workers know the struggle with homelessness and substance use all too well. Their lived experience gives them the insight and emotional awareness to help people who are going through what the peers did. By acting as mentors and advocates, peer workers play a critical role in helping people...

For people with lived experience of substance use, reconnecting with the community can be difficult. In our program, people gain valuable mentoring and harm reduction training, bringing structure to their lives and restoring their independence. Peers use those skills in paid work placements to...

People living in shelters face many barriers trying to connect to the services they need. At Edward Village, we partner with Fred Victor to offer residents a unique and accessible safe space. Peer workers use their lived experience to engage and encourage residents to use essential services, like...

The lack of trust in health care systems and professionals severely impacts the health of people who are homeless and have substance use or mental health issues. By placing Peer workers in emergency departments, we help people receive the care they need. Peer workers use their lived experience and...

The #EqualityCare campaign promoted fair wages for homecare workers Personal Support Workers (PSWs) are essential front-line workers. They care for some of the most vulnerable people in our community and keep them safe at home. Yet, PSWs in homecare get paid almost 25% less than those who do equal...

Alexandria’s son Peter spoke his first words at our Bellevue Child Care Centre For most parents, high quality child care is essential to ensure a safe and nurturing way to care for their children while at work or school. For Alexandra, it is how her son Peter found his voice. Three years old when...

Are you pregnant or a new mother and new to Canada? Our Perinatal Settlement Services help you adjust to life in Canada with your new baby. You'll find out about pregnancy, healthy food for you and your baby, getting a birth certificate and OHIP, finding housing and a job, health care, schools, and...