Increasing confidence for a Home Advocacy Services user
“Since he lost his vision some years ago, Mr. T finds it difficult to manage his paperwork, so he asked our Home Advocacy Services for help"
My Experience: Keeping rents affordable
"Each time a tenant can stop themselves from being victimized, it is a victory; these individual victories contribute to the ideal of a society that is accessible for everyone."
Obtaining benefits for a single mother in a time of crisis
"We were able to ensure that welfare would take the place of the job training payments during her period of treatment and convalescence."
Working towards a solution
"Through our committee, we continue to work towards a solution – and I think there is one out there. We need to ensure that people are treated with dignity.”
Helping people fight for their rights
"Why we do this is to help people fight for their rights – so that people can change their lives.”
Participating in positive change
“I believe that as we continue to persevere, by actions and letters of concern to the government about poverty and homelessness, there will be positive changes in the near future."
Standing in solidarity with those in difficulty
"Project Genesis is unique in the way it situates individuals (often experiencing significant difficulties) in the context of a community, ready to stand with them and equip them to take action."
Supporting a social rate for public transit
"When you can’t afford a bus ride, you’re stuck!"