At the Old Brewery Mission, public health is a top priority. We are committed to keeping our spaces as clean and safe as possible for all those who frequent our … Continue reading COVID-19: Preventive Measures to Protect Homeless Men and Women
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As we celebrate this International Women’s Day, meet several inspiring Women of the Mission who are making a difference. At the Mission, women make up a proud 50% of our … Continue reading Women of the Mission: Making a Difference in Homelessness
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Evolving from Soup Kitchens to Housing-Focused When Sandra Clarkson, the Executive Director at the Calgary Drop-In and Rehab Centre (DI) first learned about the Old Brewery Mission two years ago, … Continue reading Inspiring Change: How Shelters Can Learn and Work Together
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In January 2017, Jimmy Cloutier—who struggled with serious mental illness—died during a fatal confrontation with Montreal police just outside of the Mission’s walls. This tragic event served as a catalyst for the Old Brewery Mission’s collaborative partnership with the Service de Police de Montreal (SPVM) aiming to improve relations between police and homeless individuals.
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France woke up in the hospital one morning with no recollection of how she got there. Afraid and confused, she was released only to realize that she had no place … Continue reading Close Call: How France Was Saved from the Street
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With 2020 just around the corner, we would like to take a look at all the key accomplishments that were made possible thanks to you, our generous and committed community … Continue reading A New Year in the Fight to End Homelessness
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For the sixth consecutive year, our hearts were warmed by the staff and students of Willingdon School in Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, who collected warm socks and also handcrafted hundreds of Christmas cards to … Continue reading Willingdon Students Give the Gift of Holiday Cheer
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With the arrival of cold weather, the Mission is initiating its winter protocol, effective this Sunday, December 1. It includes emergency measures to make sure all Montrealers have a warm, … Continue reading Emergency Measures Kick In for the Winter
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Year after year, in addition to monetary donations, we always need warm, clean clothing in good condition, non-perishables and unopened hygiene products. But sometimes, some essential articles are really missing that … Continue reading 10 Items you Might Not Think of Donating
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Many people feel uncomfortable when they pass a homeless man or woman on the street. What should they say? What should they do?
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