Myrtle was homeless and living in Oppenheimer Park when she first came to The Door Is Open four years ago. “I had nothing, but here (The Door Is Open) you have everything. I found shelter from the rain, somewhere to Read more
Mario is one of our guests at The Door Is Open. Mario has now twice donated 6 boxes of bananas to us. Mario said this about why he is donating to us: I’m very grateful. I’m given this grace, and it’s only right that I Read more
Earlier this month, we caught up with Julia Ruggier, who is enjoying her well-deserved retirement after 18 years as manager of The Door is Open! In 2015 soon after her retirement, Julia received the City in Focus Foundation Community Impact Read more
What a thoughtful (and tasty) contribution from our generous donor! Owennie’s handcrafted truffles and sweets were becoming so popular as Christmas gifts that friends started ‘ordering’ them from her, prompting her to ask them to make a donation to a Read more
We who have been blessed with abundance in security, resources, skills, and faith must continue to seek ways of reaching out to those ‘on the periphery,’ in hope and service. – Archbishop J. Michael Miller, CSB Intense consumerism events like Read more
Tracey Morrison was a regular participant at the Wednesday Arts & Crafts table since the program was re-started in late 2008. It was always a delight to see her wonderful artistic talent and enjoy her easygoing and positive attitude. Tracey Read more
We are excited to see Brenda on the cover of Megaphone Magazine’s 2018 Hope in Shadows Calendar. Megaphone publishes an award-winning magazine and calendar that provides meaningful work for people experiencing poverty and homelessness.
B.C. Les Clef’s d’Or donated $9500 to The Door is Open at a cheque presentation on October 4, 2017 after a successful 6th annual Les Clefs D’or Charity Boat Cruise. Thank you to all the supporters who helped make this Read more
We were very saddened to hear of the passing of Judy on August 30, 2017. Judy was a long-time dedicated volunteer at The Door is Open and she will be missed by staff, volunteers and guests alike. She helped with Read more
The Door is Open is in need of clothing and food donations, especially season-appropriate clothes for men and women (not children), such as t-shirts and men’s underwear. Please make sure that the clothes are washed and placed in clear bags Read more