Learning, and being inspired to make a change

"When you hear what other people have gone through, you can relate –  it can help you, it can inspire you, it can motivate you."
Judith, bénévole au Centre de services individuels / Judith, Storefront volunteer

How one good turn can lead to many others

“How far does the long arm of an original idea reach? Who knows where it will stop?”
Estrelita

Encouragement and support through a long process

“Some places try to discourage you when you ask for support, but at Project Genesis, you don’t feel judged; you feel welcomed. You can voice what is in your heart, and they listen, which is so nice. At Project Genesis, they encourage you.”
Nola

Members of Project Genesis stand together

"I don’t give Genesis a hundred percent – I give Genesis a hundred and ten! Anyone can come here and we won’t turn you away. I am proud to be a member of Project Genesis.”
Brigitte

Opening new avenues of hope

"It felt good to provide information concerning financial assistance and housing options, empowering her to make effective change in her life.”
Chris

Breaking the silence surrounding poverty

Dua

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"
Tariq

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.”
Albertha

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."