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February 21, 2019
An older man wearing a blue jacket stands on a ramp outside a building, holding a cane in one hand and the railing. His right foot is in a cast. The building has murals of a tree on it.

Practicing Gratefulness

Allan, a resident at the men’s shelter, had a good life. He was married, had 3 children, a good job, and a nice home. After retiring, […]
February 21, 2019
Two white men stand next to each other, wearing black, smiling at the camera.

Small Acts with Big Impact

Adrian has a heart for volunteering. It has always been a big part of his life, instilled in him by his family since he was a […]
February 21, 2019
A boy with brown hair stands in front of a closed door, holding up a bag of donated toiletries.

Young Leaders Making a Difference

Aiden was studying the men’s emergency system in Hamilton as part of a Social Justice class project, when he decided to research Mission Services’ Men’s Shelter. […]
November 14, 2018
Warehouse gift room with shelves filled with colourful toys for young children.

Community Christmas – Christmas Across the Mission

AT WILLOW’s PLACE, one of our staff shares her memories of Christmas Day, 2017: The morning was filled with Christmas songs and snacks. By lunchtime, we […]
November 14, 2018
Two woman laugh while organizing produce into baskets.

Giving to Community

“TRY IT! There are so many places. Find a place you’re going to love. Try a few different programs, but definitely try it. Because it will […]
November 14, 2018
A woman wearing a hooded jacket leans against a brick wall which is painted with a mural of trees and flowers.

Making Community Beautiful

Kayla is a designer, muralist, and founder of Koe Design. She uses public community art to combat the mundane by infusing people’s lives with beauty, and […]
September 27, 2018
Two women, one older than the other, stand in front of a large floral painting and smile at the camera.

Willow’s is my Family

Diane was a widower, had lost both her parents and was estranged from her daughter and extended family members. She had a house that required too […]
September 27, 2018
A young woman sits at a desk with plants, a binder, and a telephone. She smiles at the camera.

Family at Work

At Inasmuch House (IH), we see lots of different types of families. It’s hard not to feel a familial connection with colleagues and the women here, […]
September 27, 2018
Thanksgiving themed vegetable display with woven basket, pumpkins, colourful leaves, and root vegetables

Give Thanks…in all Circumstances?

As the holiday seasons approach, many of us think about, hope for, and prepare for making great food and memories with our families. We can’t help […]

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