Who we are
Our history
Our history goes back to the late 1930s when our St. Felix Centre story begins at 25 Augusta Ave in Toronto. From its inception, the Centre has been continually evolving and adapting to meet the needs of our community, preserving its long tradition of compassionate service throughout the years.
Read more...What sets us apart
We believe that the only way to transform lives is by creating meaningful connections with the people who access our programs. We call them "guests", not clients, as that word constantly reminds us that we should always offer them the best of ourselves and that we must see their humanity first over their current circumstances. We are a 100% pet-friendly and low-barrier organization, and we turn no one away.
Read more...Community engagement
Community can be a powerful force! We understand that we are part of a broader community, which is why we are constantly engaging with community members – residents, businesses, and organizations that live and work near our sites – to find solutions to common challenges, raise awareness, and take actions to promote safe communities for all.
Read more...Our Impact
Every day, our team strives to positively impact the personal journey of some of the most marginalized members of our community. Filled with genuine feelings of compassion and solidarity with people experiencing poverty, our programs and services are dedicated to transforming lives and creating opportunity for our guests.
300+
guests welcomed everyday
20,000+
MEALS SERVED MONTHLY
2,000+
provided rest spaces per month
111
women have lived in our transistional home since 2012
Our Solutions for…
- Food insecurity
Obtaining a filling and satisfying meal is essential. This is especially true for people living with other mental and physical health challenges. Our Community Meals Program provides anyone who comes to our door with healthy, nutritious meals and snacks 24/7.
Learn More About This Program - Basic human needs
Our 24-hour Respite is our largest program that responds to the critical need for accessible and safe shelter. Our respite provides guests with low-barrier access to a resting space, meals, referrals, and internal access to other support services and programs.
Learn More About This Program - Transitional housing
St. Felix House is a transitional home for women experiencing homelessness. We provide one year of support to achieve long-term goals. When staying at the house residents have access to assistance with housing, employment, education, life skills and personal growth.
Learn More About This Program - Social support
Our Casework and Social Supports services assist our guests with almost any problem they are facing. Our services are low barrier and as accessible as possible as our guests face complex challenges. We have four areas of service: health and wellness, housing, income security and crisis prevention and intervention.
Learn More About This Program - Pet care
We are proud to be 100% pet-friendly! Pets are beneficial to people experiencing homelessness as they can be someone’s entire support system. Our P.A.W.S Program provides financial support to cover the cost of veterinary care.
Learn More About This Program
Our Stories
There is no better way to feel closer to our guests and staff, as well as to understand some of the sad realities around homelessness, than by learning about their stories. These are just a few of those beautiful stories about how St. Felix Centre transforms and saves lives.
Ryan has worked at the St. Felix House for two and a half years. When Ryan started the role he wanted to learn as much as possible and was excited to connect with the residents. His approach has always been to show respect, be friendly, and personable with the women.
Other ways to help
You can make a difference today in the lives of our guests. You are not only supporting our programs and services but creating a mutually caring community of compassionate people. Each one of our guests has a unique situation and our goal is to provide them with the support they deserve. Thank you for making a positive impact on our community.
Volunteer With Us
Volunteering at the St. Felix Centre presents exciting new learning opportunities and enriching experiences. As a volunteer you’ll play an integral role in the services that we provide for the community.
From supporting our clothing bank to preparing nutritious meals, you will be involved in almost all aspects of the Centre. Your work with us will greatly enhance the programs and services we offer and provide unparalleled value to our staff and the communities we are supporting. We truly value our volunteers and strive to make their experience at St. Felix centre fun and fulfilling!
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