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🚨York Region has issued an extreme cold weather alert. Drop-in programs offer supports and services to residents in need during the day. If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness and looking for support: 📞 1-877-464-9675 ext. 76140 🌐 bit.ly/4g0W7FM

THANK YOU to the provincial government’s @ONTrillium for your incredible support in strengthening Forward, Blue Door’s transitional housing program for senior men! We’re so grateful to OTF for making a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable seniors across York Region!

🚨York Region’s Extreme Cold Weather Alert is still in effect! Ways to help: donate winter essentials and gift cards to vulnerable individuals in need. If you or someone you know is looking for support: 📞 1-877-464-9675 ext. 76140 🌐 Or visit bit.ly/4g0W7FM

This month's Road Home article by Blue Door's new CEO Debbie Schatia is now live! Debbie reflects on her first month at Blue Door and speaks on plans for the future as she continues to lead Blue Door's mission. Read the full article at bit.ly/49IWBjj 🔗

🚨York Region issued an extreme cold weather alert on January 22, 2026 that is still in effect. Drop-in programs offer supports and services to residents in need during the day. 📞 1-877-464-9675 ext. 76140 🌐 Or visit bit.ly/4g0W7FM

🎙️ Last month, Emmy and Mwarigha, VP of Housing Growth, Development & Asset Sustainability at WoodGreen Community Services, explored the Affordable Housing Investment Fund, which could support the creation of sustainable communities across Ontario. linktr.ee/OTWH 🔗

🚨York Region has issued an extreme cold weather. Drop-in programs offer supports and services to residents in need during the day. If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness and looking for support: 📞 1-877-464-9675 ext. 76140 🌐 bit.ly/4g0W7FM

🚨York Region's Extreme Cold Weather Alert is still in effect! Know the warning signs of hypothermia: Shivering, Confusion, Slurred Speech, and Exhaustion. If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness: 📞 1-877-464-9675 ext. 76140 🌐 Or visit bit.ly/4g0W7FM

🚨York Region has issued an extreme cold weather. Drop-in programs offer supports and services to residents in need during the day. If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness and looking for support: 📞 1-877-464-9675 ext. 76140 🌐 Or visit bit.ly/4g0W7FM

This GivingTuesday, ALL donations up to $50,000 will be MATCHED and go towards Blue Door's Construct program! Construct provides training and supports to help individuals secure long-term, well-paying careers in the trades. 🛠️🚧 Double your impact at: bit.ly/3KbiuxM 🔗

Last month's Road Home article by Blue Door CEO, Emmy Kelly, is now live! The article sheds light on the urgent need for building deeply affordable housing in Ontario. Did you know, 805,000 deeply affordable homes are needed by 2035. 🏠 Full article: bit.ly/42EDJhx 🔗

Blue Door's Mosaic Interfaith Out of the Cold program is now operating! ❄️ The program provides seasonal emergency housing 7 days a week from October 15, 2025 to June 15, 2026 in York Region. 🏠 To see the full schedule, visit bit.ly/46QLKSZ. 🔗

July's Road Home article is now live! Blue Door's Interim CEO, Emmy Kelly, dives into how extreme heat affects individuals experiencing homelessness, and what action needs to be taken to protect our community's most vulnerable. Full article: bit.ly/4lUf00j 🔗

🚨 York Region Heat Alert is still in effect! 🚨 Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion: Heavy Sweating, Headache, Extreme Thirst, and Dizziness. If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness & looking for support: 📞 1-877-464-9675 🌐 bit.ly/4b2QBPD

ROAD HOME: Poverty, hunger, housing instability intrinsically linked newmarkettoday.ca/columns/road-h… via @newmarkettoday

Ontario Investing $75.5 Million to Restore Safety to Parks and Public Spaces dawngallaghermurphympp.ca/ontario-invest…

John Fox Delivers Visionary Keynote at Blue Door’s AGM robinsappleby.com/medium/john-fo… via @RobinsAppleby

Did you know? 💡 61% of 2SLGBTQ+ Canadians experienced homelessness before age 24—compared to just 41% of non-2SLGBTQ+ individuals. Through our INNclusion Program, we’re building safer futures for 2SLGBTQ+ youth—one home at a time 🌈 Support INNclusion: bit.ly/3tfFwdY

We believe that everyone deserves a place where they can thrive. Through our INNclusion Program, we’re creating safer futures for 2SLGBTQ+ youth 🌈 🔗 Learn more about INNclusion by visiting: bit.ly/3LuRuql