Homelessness Archives

two women are smiling as they are standing in the streets in St. John's

Walking for a cause

February 23, 2023 Arlette Lazarenko-Segal 0

On the Coldest Night of the Year, Choices for Youth is hosting a charity walk this Saturday.

A bearded man smiles at the camera at a coffee shop in Winnipeg

Fourth annual memorial service for Winnipeg’s departed homeless a tragic reminder

November 11, 2021 Carmen Ponto 0

Winnipeg homelessness advocate Al Wiebe organizes a yearly event as a way of honouring lives lost on the streets, and the loved ones they left behind.

Integrated Care Hub moves into permanent location amid criticism

November 13, 2020 Anna Stafford 0

A new hub of services for those experiencing homelessness and addiction has found a permanent location in Kingston, but nearby residents have expressed concern.

From the street to Streets Alive

February 14, 2019 Noorin Chatur-Muhammad 0

Thanks to a local organization in Lethbridge, Alta., one man will no longer have to face a cold winter outside.

Owner of Apricity Clothing donating ten percent of her profit to The Gathering Place.

“We all need warmth when it gets cold”

January 25, 2018 Victoria Battcock 0

Apricity Clothing chooses the Gathering Place as a gateway in helping people struggling with homelessness and mental health issues.