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‘A lot of times people just need an ear to let out some frustration or pick my brain for ideas or ask questions,’ says long-time volunteer This is the 23rd in a series of columns written by staff from The Lighthouse to help the community better understand people experiencing homelessness and those who support them. This […]

Ines, who battled addiction since she was 13, is now a shelter worker; ‘I knew that I couldn’t live like I was,’ she says This is the 22nd in a series of columns written by staff from The Lighthouse to help the community better understand people experiencing homelessness and those who support them. This column appears

Ahead of important Feb. 24 fundraiser, Lighthouse officials share poignant story of woman’s experience with addiction, homelessness A woman (who asked to remain anonymous) comes into the warming centre on a cold night. It’s -16 degrees Celsius outside, and she’s glad to be out of the snow. She checks in with the warming centre staff

‘Since each person has specific circumstances and needs, the type of housing they require will also be unique,’ says Lighthouse official. This is the 20th in a series of columns written by staff from The Lighthouse to help the community better understand people experiencing homelessness and those who support them. This column appears every other Monday.

Michael, who has his own physical and mental health issues, now helps others in need; ‘I want something better for them,’ he says Linda Goodall and Rosemary PetersenJan 15, 2024 1:15 P This is the 19th in a series of columns written by staff from The Lighthouse to help the community better understand people experiencing

With 2024 on horizon, organization’s ‘commitment to providing the best possible services is unwavering’ This is the 18th in a series of columns written by staff from The Lighthouse to help the community better understand people experiencing homelessness and those who support them. This column appears every other Monday. At the start of a new year,

‘At The Lighthouse, we want to ensure everyone has the opportunity to have the holidays be a special time for them’ This is the 17th in a series of columns written by staff from The Lighthouse to help the community better understand people experiencing homelessness and those who support them. This column will appear every other

‘I’ve been down on my luck, so I know what it feels like,’ says shelter worker who is putting her personal experiences to use to help others at The Lighthouse This is the 15th in a series of columns written by staff from The Lighthouse to help the community better understand people experiencing homelessness and those

‘Homelessness is not simply a lack of housing; it is a symptom of deeper systemic issues,’ Lighthouse officials explain This is the 28th in a series of columns written by staff from The Lighthouse to help the community better understand people experiencing homelessness and those who support them. This column appears every other Monday. Homelessness persists

About 45% of operational funds for Lighthouse is thanks to private and corporate donors, fundraising events, grants and donations from churches, foundations. This is the 14th in a series of columns written by staff from The Lighthouse to help the community better understand people experiencing homelessness and those who support them. This column will appear every