Youth Stories How Covenant House is helping one youth pursue their dream of building a better world Even when *Courtney was a child, he knew he was a leader. He remembers his peers in class looking to him for ideas and inspiration – his energy and...
Youth Stories The joy of giving back When Keith arrived in Toronto in 2001, he was searching for safety, stability, and a fresh start. After days seeking shelter, he was referred to Covenant House, a place...
Youth Stories Experiencing homelessness and then hope to share with others When Kaleab was experiencing homelessness, it was hard to find hope. For weeks, he was camped out in Wellesley subway station foraging for food and relying on the...
Youth Stories How Youth Reconnect helps youth struggling with mental health stay in school By the end of the last school year, *Clara’s anxiety had gotten so bad that she couldn’t leave the house – not to go to school, not to go...
Youth Stories How our rooftop garden inspired a passion for urban farming Branden remembers the awe he felt when he first set foot in the Covenant House rooftop garden as a participant in the Cooking for Life (CFL) job readiness program.
Youth Stories How the Cooking for Life program paved one youth’s pathway forward *Christian’s passion for hospitality sparked when he was only 10 years old and woke up early on Mother’s Day to bake a tray of cookies for his foster mother.
Youth Stories Celebrating achievements big and small in our community Von, 20, had big plans for his future that included pursuing a certification in construction so he could find work and build a career in the field.
Youth Stories How Covenant House Toronto’s Employment Centre is helping youth in a tough job market Smith can’t remember how many resumes he’s sent out in recent months – it could be hundreds. Despite the challenges, he continues to focus on pursuing his dreams.
Youth Stories Extending care to prevent homelessness After another big argument with his parents, Tariq* was ready to pack his bags. He didn’t have anywhere else to stay, but he felt he couldn’t return home.
