Long-time Homes First resident and devout Catholic, John, speaks with CBC about his take on Pope Francis inviting four homeless men to celebrate his birthday with him. John goes on to chat about how he feels about the Pope’s shift in focus for the Catholic Church. Take a listen here: http://www.cbc.ca/metromorning/columnists/mary-wiens/2013/12/18/popes-message/
“Because Homes First works with people who truly need support and housing – people who struggle with their mental health, who are immigrants, who are people of colour, who are native, everyone,” Paulina, a community housing worker, responds when asked why she chose to work here. “Homes First gave me the opportunity to learn more...
Read MoreOn Nov 17, Bishop Morrocco Secondary School students headed to Homes First to interview residents and staff about poverty. Tasked with making a film about social justice for their multimedia class, these bright young students posed thoughtful questions and asked “What can we, as teenagers, do to alleviate poverty?” We’re excited to see the finished...
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Twice a week, you can find the Etobicoke Quilter’s Guild sorting supplies and sewing away at their local community centre. The group makes over 140 unique comfort quilts each year, which they then donate to people of all ages in shelters and hospices across Toronto. Homes First is fortunate to be a recipient of the...
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