What is St. Felix Centre?

We are a registered charity organization in downtown Toronto that provides compassionate and safe services to marginalized communities who are experiencing homelessness, food insecurity and other complex challenges.

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Coldest Night of the Year

Let's walk together on February 24, 2024! Join our CNOY by registering a team and help us transform the lives of hundreds of people. We can't wait to see you there!

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Have you met our furry friends?

St. Felix Centre is 100% pet friendly. The P.A.W.S. Program offers resources to make sure our four-legged guests stay healthy and happy.

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Homelessness in Toronto

An estimated 10,000 people in Toronto do not have access to housing and basic social supports.

We are committed to removing barriers for people experiencing homelessness. We provide programs and services to support guests and create a path for them to improve their current circumstances and achieve personal success.

How We Support People

Care for
every person

St. Felix Centre stands for compassionate care for every person, regardless of their religion, ethnicity, culture, or history. We are privileged to work with our guests and always treat them with dignity and respect. We meet people where they are in their journey to provide them with the type of care and acceptance that allows them to feel safe. This safety gives them the time to explore their needs and future.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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guests welcomed everyday

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MEALS SERVED MONTHLY

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provided rest spaces per month

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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.
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  • 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.
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  • 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.
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  • 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.
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  • 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.
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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.

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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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