To help keep Vancouver residents safely housed during these uncertain times, the Vancouver Rent Bank has partnered with BC Rent Bank and Reaching Home to provide one-time housing grants. Applications will be accepted until September 30th, 2020.
Stepping Up to Create a Two-for-One Solution
In times of crisis, individuals and organizations show leadership by stepping up to fill a need. As we faced the initial onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic, one such leader was Frank Giustra, CEO of the Fiore Group, and founder of The Giustra Foundation.
National Bank Delivers Meals to Families Across Canada
On a sunny day in Vancouver, three National Bank Private Banking 1859 employees were busy loading their cars with freshly prepared meals. The meals were a part of National Bank’s Canada-wide community event to unite employees and clients alike in supporting their local communities by providing nutritious food to vulnerable families during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 Emergency Meal Distribution to Facilitate Self-Isolation by Vulnerable Populations Provides Meals Daily to 310 Vulnerable Seniors
Last week, Streetohome was pleased to announce that due to the swift response of the Giustra Foundation, we were able to launch a new initiative to provide home delivered meals to vulnerable seniors facing uncertain times in Vancouver.
A Cheer For Our Frontlines Workers
The last week has been an uncertain one, especially for our most vulnerable citizens and those helping them. Streetohome would like to thank all the healthcare, housing, frontline and outreach workers, and volunteers who continue to work at this stressful and uncertain time to keep us all safe.
Volunteers Needed for the 2020 Metro Vancouver Homeless Count
Every year, the Homeless Count is made possible through the help of volunteers.
Your support is needed to make the 2020 Metro Vancouver count a success.
Create positive change and end the stigma with Bell Let’s Talk
Streetohome is proud to support Bell’s 10th annual Let’s Talk Day. 44% of homeless individuals surveyed in the Vancouver Homeless Count 2019 reported that they had a mental health concern. This is an increase from 39% last year.
Improving Outcomes with Goal Setting
Scarcity is a vicious cycle. A lack of resources, including money, time or basic needs, causes stress and a heavy cognitive load on people’s minds.
Smart Cities Business Case Wins National Award
Every business case KPMG has developed for Streetohome has built a solid plan for innovative models that fill gaps in the homelessness service system and help individuals move along their preferred life path. We are pleased to announce that the recent Smart Cities – Life Intentions business case has won KPMG’s National Social Impact Award. Not only that, but the dedicated team of volunteer consultants have decided to donate the prize money back to Streetohome.
Streetohome Acknowledges Ida Goodreau’s Passing
It is with great sadness that Streetohome acknowledges Ida Goodreau’s passing. Ida was a founding Streetohome Board member (2008) and served as Co-chair of Streetohome’s Finance & Audit Committee and Employment Access Committee.
