Art helps with healing, building confidence, and making meaningful social connections. We’re so grateful to the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) for partnering with us to bring inspiration and joy to the young people we help at Covenant House. Read how Art Gallery of Ontario is providing

"The best part of my job is creativity and connection,” says Anna Stevenson, a Case Manager with our Creating Pathways Program. “It’s incredible to see what youth accomplish when they have options." Anna supports female-identifying 16-24-year-olds experiencing or at risk of

Our Employment Centre was recently transformed into a celebratory scene in honour of our 2025 Cooking for Life program graduates. Upon completing this 16-week course, which prepares youth for employment in the food services industry while also teaching valuable life and

Nicole Dan, a Registered Nurse at our on-site BensKids Health Centre, sees nursing as a calling rooted in compassion and a meaningful purpose. “During my nursing school, I had a lot of placements in mental health, forensic psychiatry, and community nursing, and that’s where I

Mark, our generous legacy donor, chose to include Covenant House in his will because he remembers what it was like to have no one to turn to. “I didn’t have a Covenant House when I was young,” he shares. “But with hard work, anything can be achieved.” Your legacy of compassion

We recently held a food budgeting workshop to offer youth practical skills like creating a grocery budget that works for their lifestyle and helps them make nutritious and budget-friendly food choices at the grocery store. With the rising cost of living, these life skills are

Tomorrow marks the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia – a day to raise awareness about the discrimination, violence, and barriers that 2SLGBTQIA+ communities continue to face worldwide. This year’s theme, “The Power of Communities,” honours the

“A slip in support during those formative years can be really hard and impact you for the rest of your life,” says Ed Formosa, one of our generous monthly donors.   That insight stayed with him when he first heard about Covenant House. As a father, he couldn’t help but think of

Ayanna Frederick started volunteering at Covenant House to support youth with job interview preparation. After just two sessions, she knew she wanted to do more. She made a bold decision to leave her job and pursue a role that aligns with her purpose and truly makes her happy.

With the arrival of warmer temperatures and the change in season, it’s officially gardening season and for us, this means our rooftop garden will be transforming into a full harvest.    Thank you to our friends from Scotts Canada for providing hands on learning for a

Throughout May, we celebrated Asian Heritage Month inside the house by planning events to honour the rich contributions of Asian Canadian communities across the country. Youth and staff enjoyed activities that sparked conversation, connection, and learning. From movie nights,

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈 A number of activities are planned inside the house throughout the month to help youth and staff at Covenant House celebrate the history, courage and diversity of Toronto’s Two Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning (2SLGBTQ+)

We’re so pleased to introduce Harry Snowboy, our first Elder-in-Residence, Healer, and Ceremonial Traditional Knowledge Keeper. His work and that of his team is helping us further integrate Indigenous knowledge into our programs and services. Read our conversation with

Once a young person begins settling in at Covenant House, we walk alongside them to build trust, support their healing journey, and helping bring structure to their daily life. In Part 2 of our 3-part video series, we see how a young person’s life begins to transform with life

Alexia Balack’s mom has been a long-time donor of Covenant House, so joining the team was a meaningful full-circle moment for her. As a Mental Health and Substance Use Counsellor on our Clinical Services team, Alexia walks alongside youth, providing compassion and care. She

Thank you, City of Toronto Ward 9-Davenport Councillor Alejandra Bravo , for your recent visit to learn about Covenant House and the services we offer youth in our community to help break the cycle of homelessness. #CityofToronto #CovenantHouseTO #Toronto #YouthHomelessness

It was great to visit Covenant House to see the impact of their work first hand, and to learn more about their comprehensive services that help young people get prepared for success in the world.

Thank you, Councillor Alejandra Bravo and the Davenport community for the warm welcome💙