When I saw this year’s theme for International Women’s Day (March 8th) is “Give to Gain”, my initial reaction was, “you want women to give more?” The women I’ve had the privilege of knowing over the years already give so much of themselves and often can feel less valuable when they are not giving in some capacity. Women are […]
When staff share what draws them to this work and to our mission, it’s often a desire to offer support and share hope. As we work together to fulfill our mission to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs, and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world, welcoming everyone who comes through our doors is our starting point. We walk alongside people experiencing homelessness with dignity, respect, and care
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As many of you know, I was away last year with a cancer diagnosis. It was Evangeline’s amazing Christmas basket and a card full of love that helped me through a difficult Christmas season. It made me feel loved, valued, and wanted. I felt so humbled and blessed in the middle of a scary diagnosis and a treatment
Annual Report Now Available! We’re excited to share our latest Annual Report, which highlights the great work across THHS during the 2024-2025 fiscal year. Inside, you’ll find stories of hope, key accomplishments, and an overview of our services. Thank you for being part of this work! Celebrating Our Incredible Staff Recently, we gathered to celebrate the hard work
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The Blue Jays’ run to the World Series has been a bright spot this fall, bringing people together across the country. It’s offered a moment of celebration, a welcome distraction, and something to rally around. People love an underdog story. Climbing from the bottom of their division to take on the reigning champs, the Jays gave us one.
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Think about the last time you felt completely at ease — when you could just be yourself. What made that space feel so safe? Who was there with you? Maybe your answer includes home or family. Maybe it’s a friend, or quiet time alone. Notice what happens in your body when you enter a comfortable space: Your shoulders
It’s hard to believe it’s already late June! After a colder spring, we’ve jumped right into summer, full heat ahead. Our missional theme for June is hope, something that feels both deeply needed and, at times, hard to hold onto. Honestly, I’ve struggled to figure out what to write about hope. It can feel like a meaningless
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Originally, Florence Booth House (FBH) opened as a temporary women’s shelter, but over the past 25 years, the need for these specific emergency supports to be in place permanently in the West Queen West neighbourhood has been evident. While the 100-year-old building has been fulfilling a great need, the aging infrastructure, combined with a worldwide pandemic, meant that
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Earlier this month, we celebrated a very special milestone: Anne Marshall’s 25th anniversary as Housekeeper at The Gateway. As one of our longest employees, Anne has consistently brought care and compassion to one of the most foundational parts of our services—creating a clean, welcoming space for people experiencing homelessness. Over the years, she has made
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Before Easter joy and Good Friday grief, there was Thursday — a night gathered around the table with love and the kind of humility that is revolutionary. We often see Thursday through the lens of Friday’s sorrow. But the disciples didn’t; they saw Friday through Thursday’s gathering. The night of foot washing and friendship, of a shared feast,
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