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For many people at Evangel Hall Mission, connection doesn’t come easily. Isolation is a daily reality for individuals experiencing homelessness and housing instability. Even after moving into housing, rebuilding trust and forming relationships can take time. That’s why moments of connection matter. In 2024, EHM introduced regular therapy dog visits for residents and drop-in centre visitors as part of its …
“For many people, moving to EHM is their first experience of stability in a long time,” says Ainsley Chapman, Executive Director. “It’s our responsibility to make sure they feel truly at home.” That work is at the heart of Evangel Hall Mission’s recognition as one of 25 Toronto organizations to receive a Community Champion Award granted to agencies demonstrating deep …
8 questions to ask yourself while reading Encampment by Maggie Helwig
When people talk about housing, the conversation often focuses on numbers: how many units exist, how long the waitlists are, and how quickly people can be housed. Those details matter. But for Ayo, Sr Manager, Housing at Evangel Hall Mission, housing is first and foremost about what becomes possible once someone finally has a stable place to live. “Housing …
Ron’s StoryFor 13 years, Ron lived without a home, sleeping in cardboard boxes and trying to make it through Toronto winters. At Evangel Hall Mission, he found more than a roof over his head. He found people who cared, and a place where he could rebuild his life at his own pace. Now, Ron has been part of the EHM …
EHM’s campaign offers a compelling response to NIMBYism: housing belongs here.
Churches across Canada aren’t alone in figuring out how to use their land for good—housing experts, city planners, and faith leaders are teaming up to help them turn underused church properties into much-needed affordable homes and community spaces that keep God’s mission at the heart of it all.
A look at the rise of seniors experiencing homeless and what it means for EHM
EHM’s Financial Trustee Program will be able to help even more clients in 2025, thanks to you! This ground-breaking program helps individuals manage their limited money, prioritize paying important bills, and seeks to create greater financial stability. Trained staff help people pay bills like rent, utilities, and phone on time. They also assist clients in stretching their funds to ensure …
As the number of seniors experiencing homelessness continues to grow, Evangel Hall Mission is transforming its services to meet the unique challenges faced by older adults on the streets and in supportive housing. Research shows that people experiencing homelessness age differently. While social support typically defines seniors as 65 and older, unhoused individuals can experience health challenges like arthritis, diabetes, …
