De-bunking Myths and Misconceptions: A Human Approach to Homelessness
Posted onAt Raising the Roof, we feel strongly that homelessness does not define an individual. Before anything else, that person is a human being. A human … Read more
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How can I help people experiencing homelessness during winter?
As we get deeper into winter, you might be wondering what you can do to help people experiencing homelessness in your community. Here are five … Read more
Bringing People Together Over Breakfast
Michael has been running the Saturday Breakfast Program at St. Stephen-in-the-Fields for years. As the Canadian weather turns colder, the need for a warm place … Read more
Even in Hard Times, There is Always Something to Celebrate at First United
Posted onCharity Spotlight: This post was provided by Heather Forbes of First United Church Community Ministry Society as part of our ongoing charity spotlight series. First United … Read more
The Truth About Youth Homelessness (It’s Not What You’d Expect)
Charity Spotlight: This post was provided by Cara Sinclair, Founder & Director of H.E.L.P. For Street Youth of Canada Society, as part of our ongoing charity … Read more
When Friendship is Enough to Change Lives
Posted onCharity Spotlight: This post was provided by Nada Thomson, Communications and Development for Sanctuary, as part of our ongoing charity spotlight series. For most people … Read more
#SaveRedDoor
Here at CanadaHelps, we pride ourselves on being an advocate and voice for small and medium sized charities all across Canada. Recently, we learned that … Read more
Lessons learned while Working With People Experiencing Homelessness
Posted onI’d like to draw attention right away to the title of this piece. Notice it isn’t entitled ‘Lessons learned while working with the homeless’. I … Read more