Program Stories Driving ambition through mentorship Tracy is constantly seeking growth opportunities to expand her horizons so that she can create a better life for herself. When the 22-year-old first learned about Covenant House’s programs...
Program Stories Strong mentorship matches turn into meaningful connections When Mahamed moved to the city, he brought with him dreams of becoming a software engineer. But like most young people, Mahamed needed advice, guidance and motivation to help...
Program Stories Cooking for Life’s holiday cookie collection! Share the joy of the season with Covenant House youth this holiday by baking up a batch of shortbread, biscotti or crinkle molasses cookies – from our kitchen to...
Program Stories The impact of sleep deprivation on youth experiencing homelessness Adam has been homeless for two months, having spent nights in a tent, in a sleeping bag on a park bench, and on the ground. He visits our drop-in...
Program Stories Baked Chicken Wings with Buffalo Sauce Instructions: 1. Adjust your oven rack to the upper-middle position. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. 2. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack...
Program Stories Extending care to more youth during the cold winter months This winter program provides an additional 30 youth a day with a safe place to stay overnight and access to other critical services. This program will run until April...
Program Stories Cooking for Life recipe: Sweet treats for the holidays As we start preparing for the holiday season baking is a popular activity around the house. Youth and staff share their favourite holiday traditions and treats. In lead up...
Program Stories Keeping our community safe leading into respiratory virus season To help youth stay healthy during this year’s respiratory virus season, our health care centre teamed up with public health to offer regular flu and COVID-19 booster shots at...
Program Stories Helping youth access healthy food in our Drop-in Centre Every Friday, Adrien* is first in line for our weekly drop-in centre food bank. The 18-year-old arrived at our doors a year ago with no other options. In the...
