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…
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul of the North Shore (SSVP) hosts two meals each month for guests of The Door Is Open. A hot breakfast of eggs, sausages, and fresh Belgian waffles is served on the first Saturday Read more…
Selina has been coming to The Door is Open for over ten years. She enjoys the arts and crafts program to which she brings her own distinctive style influenced by her Nisga’a heritage. She has a great love of writing Read more…
Sr. Riza has been an integral part of The Door Is Open (DIO) team and we were sad to see her return to the Philippines, at the end of her term of service in November. In her gentle, unassuming manner, Read more…