The Salvation Army - BC Division
ARC Community Residential Facility
Offers 50 beds with structured rehabilitation support to male offenders age 19 and older on conditional release from federal and provincial correctional institutions; addiction treatment is included. Referral is required from a parole officer through Correctional Service Canada. Wheelchair accessibl...
View serviceARC Emergency Shelter
Offers 21 emergency shelter beds for men (cisgender and transgender)and support services including drug and alcohol recovery. Not wheelchair accessible. Cannot accommodate pets. Intake hours are 1 pm to 6 pm. Calling in advance is welcomed. Funded by BC Housing.
View serviceARC Supportive Recovery Program
First stage, live-in program provides nine beds for men (cisgender and transgender) ages 19 and over. Offers a private room with meals, 24-hour support, individual clinical counselling, daily group counselling and skills development, community development and support, and weekly outdoor recreation a...
View serviceARC Transitional Housing
Provides 78 transitional housing beds for men (cisgender and transgender). Offers support services, including drug and alcohol recovery. Not wheelchair accessible. Cannot accommodate pets. Intake hours are 1 pm to 6 pm. Calling in advance is welcomed.
View serviceAbbotsford Adult Day Program
Offers a one-day weekly day program to disabled, chronically ill, or isolated seniors who are lacking support systems in their lives. Provides a safe, comfortable, community atmosphere. Nursing staff provide support and a range of home care and support services to enable people to remain independent...
View serviceBelkin House Emergency Shelter for Men
Year-round, 54-bed high barrier emergency shelter for men (cisgender, transgender, Two-spirit, and non-binary). Includes five beds for men referred by Community Court. Provides shared rooms and three meals per day. 24-hour shelter with intake at any time; clients must return by 11 pm to keep their b...
View serviceBelkin House Emergency Shelter for Women
Year-round, 28-bed high barrier shelter providing emergency housing and three meals per day for women (cisgender and transgender) ages 19 and over, with or without children. This includes a bed for women referred by Community Court. Accommodation is in shared rooms for up to four women, or for a fam...
View serviceBread of Life Centre
Drop-in centre provides support services including referrals to community resources to anyone of any age in the Port Alberni area from 9 am to 4 pm daily. A hot breakfast is served from 9 am to 11 am, a hot lunch from 11 am to 1 pm, and a hot dinner from 5 pm to 6 pm Monday to Friday. A takeaway din...
View serviceBrigadier Arthur Cartmell House
Provides a low-barrier emergency shelter for up to 20 women age 19 and over who are experiencing homelessness. Accepts cisgender women. Offers three meals per day. Accepts pets on a case-by-case basis. Not wheelchair accessible. Storage containers and bike lock-up available, but no space for carts. ...
View serviceBuchanan Lodge
Residential care facility for adults with complex health care needs who require 24-hour care. Services include nursing and personal care, medication administration, social and recreational activities, meals, laundry service, and end-of-life care. Provides 112 beds, including a 22-bed special care un...
View serviceCamp Mountainview
Offers holiday camping during the summer for children ages seven to 17, as well as a camp for mothers and children, a music camp, and a basketball camp. Also offers a regional men's camp and youth camp in the fall, a youth winter retreat, and a weekend even for children ages seven to 12 in the sprin...
View serviceCamp Sunrise
Offers a variety of camping experiences for children throughout the summer months that include a holiday camp for children aged seven to 12, teen girls camp, family camp, and junior and senior performing arts camps. There are also women's, men's, and adult fellowship retreats, as well as a youth pro...
View serviceCentre of Hope Emergency Shelter (Abbotsford)
Provides emergency shelter for 35 homeless adults of any gender; men and women are in separate spaces with access to a single room for an individual who may be dealing with extenuating circumstances. Services include three meals per day, shower and laundry facilities, clothing and hygiene kits, medi...
View serviceCentre of Hope Emergency Shelter (Port Hardy)
Low barrier shelter provides 12 beds of year-round emergency housing for adults of all genders ages 19 and over; offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Dinner and breakfast are provided to guests; community lunch available for all. Storage space for carts is not available. There is a bike rack...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Abbotsford
?Multi-service drop-in centre gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance wi...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Burnaby
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store vouchers...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Campbell River
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food (four times a year), c...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Chilliwack
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, clothing, and househo...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Courtenay
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store vouchers...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Cranbrook
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store vouchers...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Dawson Creek
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store vouchers...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Duncan
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store vouchers...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Fernie
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store vouchers...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Fort St John
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store vouchers...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Hazelton
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, lay counselling, and ...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Houston
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, clothing and househol...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Kamloops
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency food, lay counselling, and emergency disast...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Kelowna
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store clothing...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Langley
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, lay counselling, and ...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Nelson
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, as well as lay counse...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - New Westminster
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store clothing...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - North Shore
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store clothing...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Parksville/Mount Arrowsmith
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, and thrift store clot...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Penticton
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store clothing...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Port Alberni
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store clothing...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Port Hardy
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, clothing, and househo...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Powell River
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, clothing, and househo...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Prince George
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store clothing...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Prince Rupert
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store clothing...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Richmond
Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of vulnerable individuals and families in Richmond who are in distress through emergency assistance with food, clothing, and household goods, as well as lay counselling and emergency disaster services. A Mobile Canteen food truck provides free meals in t...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Ridge Meadows
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, clothing, and househo...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Saanich and Sidney
Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through assistance with food, clothing, and household goods. Also provides access to free bike lending library, school supplies, Christmas assistance, and family activities. Hours are 9 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday; call for an appoi...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Salmon Arm
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, clothing, and househo...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Smithers
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, clothing, and househo...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Sunshine Coast
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, clothing, and househo...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Surrey
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store clothing...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Terrace
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, clothing, and househo...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Trail
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, clothing, and househo...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Vancouver
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store vouchers...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Vernon
Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store clothing and household goods vouchers, emergency disaster services, and lay counselling. Building Blocks drop-in play group for children ages two to five is offered from 10 am to ...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Victoria
Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through assistance with food, clothing, household goods, emergency disaster services, and lay counselling. Also provides access internet and referrals to other community services in Victoria. Play Cafe is a caregiver and toddler pro...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - West Kelowna
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, clothing, and househo...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - White Rock
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, clothing, and househo...
View serviceCommunity and Family Services - Williams Lake
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store clothing...
View serviceDeborah's Gate
Provides a safe and secure rehabilitative residential program for women (cisgender and transgender) ages 18 and above who have faced trafficking into labour or sexual exploitation. Residents can stay for up to nine months. Drug- and alcohol-free environment; sobriety is a prerequisite. Accepts indiv...
View serviceEvergreen Emergency Shelter
Provides year-round, low-barrier, 24 hour emergency housing for 22 adults of all genders experiencing homelessness. Services include breakfast and dinner daily as well as lunch on the weekends. Other services include laundry, hygiene supplies, information, and referrals to community services. Health...
View serviceEvergreen Second Stage Housing
Offers six self-contained sober-living units for adults of any gender who have completed a first-stage recovery program. One wheelchair accessible unit. Cannot accommodate pets. Must follow program requirements including attending two meetings per week and random drug testing. Housing charge is $500...
View serviceEyeglass Referral Service
Refers low-income people who need glasses to Lenscrafters' OneSight program. Clients must already have a prescription and be able to provide proof of income. Contact the following locations for a referral letter.Kamloops: 344 Poplar Street, 250-554-1611Hours are 9 am to 12 noon Mondays, Tuesdays, Th...
View serviceFamily Services - Nanaimo
Gives hope and support to vulnerable individuals and families through the provision of social services and practical assistance focusing on the basic necessities of life. Helps meet the immediate and short-term needs of people in distress through emergency assistance with food, thrift store vouchers...
View serviceFireside Counselling and Addiction Services
Offers support to individuals with addictions and their family members with a comprehensive, culturally-sensitive recovery program. Incorporates approaches such as motivational enhancement therapy (MET), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), 12-step support, and spiritual guidance. Sliding-scale fees...
View serviceFood Programs - Abbotsford
The Meal Centre serves a free lunch from 12 noon to 1 pm daily; coffee and snacks are available. The Redemption Cafe serves breakfast from 8:30 am to 11 am Monday to Friday; clients can meet with case planners, nursing, and outreach or family services during this time. A Grocery Cart Program is avai...
View serviceFood Programs - Campbell River
Serves a hot lunch 11:30 am to 1:15 pm Monday to Friday. Provides Emergency Food Hampers 8 am to 4 pm Wednesday to Friday to eligible individuals. Serves Campbell River, Gold River, Port Alice, Port McNeill, and Tahsis. Office hours are 8 am to 4 pm Wednesday to Friday.
View serviceFood Programs - Chilliwack
The Soup Kitchen serves lunch from 12 noon to 1 pm Monday to Friday for adults only; families with children are encouraged to use the food bank. Chilliwack Community Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people; registration required. New clients require an appointment to see an intake worker, ...
View serviceFood Programs - Courtenay
Soup Kitchen serves hot lunch from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm on Tuesdays. Also provides Christmas Hampers. Serves Courtenay. Office hours are 9 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 4:30 pm Monday to Thursday.
View serviceFood Programs - Cranbrook
Provides free lunch from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. A free hot dinner is provided at 5:30 pm on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. Offers food through a Food Recovery Program at 12:30 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays. Offers meal delivery to those who are housebound on M...
View serviceFood Programs - Dawson Creek
The Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people; registration required. New clients must present ID, proof of income, and proof of address. Hours are 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; by appointment only. Also offers Emergency Food Hampers and Christmas Hampers. Serves Daws...
View serviceFood Programs - Duncan
The Street Pack program offers bags of food to the homeless community from 2 pm to 5 pm Monday to Friday. Provides Emergency Food Hampers and Christmas Hampers. Office hours are 10 am to 12:30 pm Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays by appointment.
View serviceFood Programs - Fernie
Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people; registration required. Hours are 11 am to 1 pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Fernie Fresh Food Share distributes donated produce, breads, and bakery goods. Hours are 11 am to 1 pm Mondays and Fridays, and 4 pm to 5:30 pm Wednesdays; senior ho...
View serviceFood Programs - Fort St John
Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people; registration required. New clients must present ID, proof of income, and proof of address. Drop-in hours are 10 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday. Also provides Emergency Food Hampers and Christmas Hampers. Office hours are 9 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday.
View serviceFood Programs - Hazelton
Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people; by appointment only, registration required. New clients must present ID, proof of income, and proof of address. Clients can collect one hamper per month. Hours are 2 pm to 4:30 pm Wednesdays.
View serviceFood Programs - Houston
Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people; registration required. Food bank appointments need to be booked at least one day in advance via phone. New clients must present ID for each member of the household, proof of income, proof of residence, and shelter bills. Food bank hours are 10:30 am...
View serviceFood Programs - Kamloops
Mobile Kitchen serves food on Wednesdays from 11:30 am to 12 noon outside Motel 6 in Valleyview, 12 noon to 12:30 pm outside Tournament Inn in Valleyview, and 12:30 pm to 1:15 pm next to the mini storage at 48 West Victoria Street, Downtown; seasonal program. Community Meals are served from 9:30 am ...
View serviceFood Programs - Kelowna
The Kelowna Salvation Army Community Life Centre supplies supplemental hampers for guests who are registered at the Central Okanagan Food Bank. The Community Life Centre can supplement Food Bank hampers once every 60 days. Registration at The Central Okanagan Food Bank is required. Serves Kelowna. H...
View serviceFood Programs - Langley
Community Meal Centre provides lunch at 12:30 pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays; also provides dinner at 5 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays. Coffee House offers a hot meal, live music, games, and fellowship 5 pm to 6:30 pm on Thursdays from September to June. Skillet 101 is a six-w...
View serviceFood Programs - Nanaimo
Meals are provided on special occasions including Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
View serviceFood Programs - Nelson
Provides a hot meal from 10 am to 12 noon Monday to Thursday. Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people; registration required. New clients must present ID, proof of income, and proof of address. Hours are 10 am to 12 noon Monday to Thursday. School Lunch Program provides lunches for low-inc...
View serviceFood Programs - New Westminster
Offers free bread from 10 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 3 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays. Food Bank serves residents of New Westminster and Tri-Cities at 12:30 pm Mondays and the residents of Burnaby at 12:30 pm Fridays; registration is required through Community and Family Services. Also provides food items...
View serviceFood Programs - North Vancouver
The Frozen Meal program offers low-cost meals ($2 for soups, $4 for casseroles, and $5 for entrees) which can be ordered online, by phone, or in person; orders can be picked up from 9 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday, or delivered between 9 am to 1 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays, with free delivery for ord...
View serviceFood Programs - Parksville/Mount Arrowsmith
Soup Kitchen provides a hot lunch or takeout meal from 11 am to 1 pm Monday to Wednesday and Fridays at Mount Arrowsmith Church (187 Alberni Highway); suggested donation of $4. Operates a Food Bank for low-income people; registration required. Free produce items are available from 8:30 am to 11 am W...
View serviceFood Programs - Penticton
Coffee Hour is at 10 am every Tuesday. Food Bank provides groceries to people in need; by appointment only, registration required. Also provides daily food grab bags on a drop-in basis. New clients must present ID, proof of income, and proof of address. A Community Garden offers gardening experience...
View serviceFood Programs - Port Alberni
Provides a variety of food-related programs. Coffee, water, and snacks are available from 10 am to 12 noon on Wednesdays. A Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people by appointment; hours are 10 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 3 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays. Registration is required; new clients must...
View serviceFood Programs - Powell River
Community Luncheons provide a hearty soup, sandwich, and dessert from 11:30 am to 1 pm every Wednesday. Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people; registration required. New clients must present ID, proof of income, and proof of address. Offers fresh produce, bread, and dairy between 12:45 p...
View serviceFood Programs - Prince George
Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people; registration required. New clients must present ID for each member of the household, proof of income, proof of residence, and shelter bills. Hours for families accompanied by children are 1 pm to 3 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays; hours for individuals wi...
View serviceFood Programs - Prince Rupert
Community Feeding Program serves breakfast from 7:30 am to 10 am Monday to Friday, and from 9 am to 11 am Saturdays; serves lunch from 11 am to 1 pm Monday to Friday. Food Bank provides groceries for low-income people; registration required. New clients must present ID for each member of the househo...
View serviceFood Programs - Ridge Meadows
Serves Community Meals from 12 noon to 1 pm Mondays, Wednesdays, and Friday to Sunday, and from 5 pm to 6 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays. Provides School Lunches for children; offered in partnership with Haney Rotary Club. Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people; by appointment only, registrati...
View serviceFood Programs - Salmon Arm
Provides coffee and snacks after 8 am Monday to Friday. Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people; registration required. New clients must present ID, proof of income, and proof of address. Hours are 9 am to 12 noon Mondays and Fridays, and 9 am to 11 am Wednesdays. Provides Emergency Food H...
View serviceFood Programs - Smithers
Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people; registration required. Food bank appointments need to be booked at least one day in advance via phone. New clients must present ID for each member of the household, proof of income, proof of residence, and shelter bills. Serves a hot meal from 11 am...
View serviceFood Programs - Sunshine Coast
Bread and produce are available from 10:30 am to 12 noon Monday to Friday. Hot Lunch Program serves meals at 11:30 am on Tuesdays and Fridays. Harvest of Hope Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people from 10:30 am to 12 noon on Wednesdays and Thursdays; clients may collect one food box per ...
View serviceFood Programs - Surrey
Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people. Hours are 10 am to 12 noon Tuesdays and Thursdays; no appointment necessary. New clients must present ID, proof of income, and proof of address. Holds a Santa Breakfast on the first Saturday of December offering free breakfast and toys for children;...
View serviceFood Programs - Terrace
Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people; registration required. New clients must present ID, proof of income, and proof of address. Clients may collect one box per month. Hours are 9:30 am to 1:30 pm on the first and third Tuesdays and Thursdays of the month; appointment required. Food Sha...
View serviceFood Programs - Trail
Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people; registration required. New clients must present ID, proof of income, and proof of address. Hours are 8 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday. Kate's Kitchen offers a free lunch program Monday to Friday every week. Also offers hampers for individuals and famil...
View serviceFood Programs - Vancouver (Downtown Eastside)
Serves free meals at 11 am Monday to Friday, and at 4:15 pm Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Free meal tickets are given out 15 minutes prior to opening; up to 400 meal tickets are handed out.
View serviceFood Programs - Vancouver (Mount Pleasant)
Breakfast Connect provides hot breakfast and referrals to community resources from 9 am to 10 am Fridays. Free Food Market distributes recovered and donated food items from 9 am to 10 am Wednesdays. Nourishing Hope Marketplace allows individuals to choose the food they receive that suit their dieta...
View serviceFood Programs - Vernon
Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people; registration required. New clients must present ID, proof of income, proof of address and proof of rent. Provides a Men's Breakfast on the last Saturday of every month. The Parent and Tot program provides dairy products and infant care supplies to p...
View serviceFood Programs - Victoria
The Free Food Fridge in the lobby offers free donated sandwiches, pastries, and other food. Emergency Food Hampers are available to low-income families with children living in Victoria and Langford; by appointment only, registration required. New clients must present ID, proof of income, and proof o...
View serviceFood Programs - White Rock
The Joyful Toonie Lunch offers a community meal and activities to seniors from 11 am to 1 pm Thursdays from September to June. Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people; registration required. New clients must present ID, proof of income, and proof of address. Provides Emergency Food Hampers...
View serviceFood Programs - Williams Lake
Soup Kitchen serves breakfast from 9 am to 9:45 am Monday to Friday and serves lunch from 12 noon to 12:45 pm Monday to Friday. Food Bank provides groceries to low-income people; registration required. New clients must present ID, proof of income, and proof of address. Hours are 1 pm to 3 pm Mondays...
View serviceGateway of Hope Emergency Shelter
Provides 32 emergency shelter beds for adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Accepts all genders; accommodation is in two dorms with 22 beds for masculine-identifying individuals and 10 beds for feminine-identifying individuals. Shelter guests are provided with three hot meals a day, a...
View serviceGateway of Hope Relief Shelter
Year-round shelter provides 30 mats for homeless adults or those at risk of homelessness. New intakes begin at 10:15 pm. The shelter is open until 7 am, at which point guests are provided breakfast, then must leave the building by 9:30 am. Returning clients must return by 10 pm to keep their mat. On...
View serviceGenesis Transitional Housing
Residential program for men (cisgender and transgender) providing a supportive living environment, preparing participants for independent living and healthy integration back into their communities. Serves men ages 19 and older with issues such as addiction, mental health, homelessness, or lack of li...
View serviceGrace Mansion
Transitional supportive housing for adults of any gender while they work toward independent living including those in recovery from addiction or mental health obstacles, at risk of homelessness, fleeing domestic abuse, and those in need of aid during unforeseen circumstances in their life. Clients w...
View serviceHarbour Light Detox Program
Medically monitored detoxification unit, located in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside, for individuals 19 years and older who are experiencing acute withdrawal from substances. Provides eight-hour nursing care and a daily attending physician in order to ensure a safe, supportive environment. Accepts cli...
View serviceHarbour Light Residential Addiction Treatment Program
A 50-bed residential treatment facility that serves men 19 years and over who have a substance addiction. Phase 1 is a 90-day residential treatment program; accepts self-referrals. The full-time program is based on 12-step programs. It includes individual and group counselling, lectures, life skills...
View serviceHarbour Light Stabilization Unit
A 10-bed stabilization unit for men ages 19 and over who have completed detox and are waiting to enter supportive recovery or treatment at any facility except Harbour Light. Unit provides a safe place to stay until the client's intake date. Men attend daily groups and lectures, and they participate ...
View serviceHouse of Hope Emergency Shelter - Chilliwack
Provides a low-barrier, 48-bed shelter for men (cisgender and transgender) ages 19 and up experiencing homelessness. Shelter clients may also access rent supplements, laundry facilities, clothing, and food hampers. Accepts pets. Storage containers and bike lock-up available, but no space for carts. ...
View serviceIlluminate
Offers a variety of crisis and rehabilitative care services to survivors of human trafficking across Canada in-person, online, digitally, and by phone/text; accepts survivors with complex challenges or barriers. The Propel Survivor Education Centre supports survivors of human trafficking, 16 years o...
View serviceKate Booth House
Transition house provides 25 beds for all self-identified women, with or without children, who are at risk of, or have experienced, violence. Accepts male children age 17 and under. Maximum length of stay is 30 days. Opportunity for second-stage housing may be available. Offers a 24-hour crisis line...
View serviceMatson Sequoia Residence
Provides 30 units of subsidized housing for single individuals age 45 and over who are deemed to be in need. Rent is based on income. Apply directly to Salvation Army's ARC (Addictions and Rehabilitation Centre) at 250-384-3396 Local 1; advocacy support may be available as needed. Partially funded b...
View serviceMedical Services
Offers medical services to those who do not have a family doctor or are not connected with a medical clinic. Nurse practitioner assists patients with medical issues, medication monitoring, referrals to specialists, lab and diagnostic investigation, chronic disease management, immunization, pap tests...
View serviceNew Hope Centre - Nanaimo
Provides personal hygiene items as well as emergency clothing items as needed. Offers free haircuts, massage therapy, and free foot care; contact for schedule. Also operates an emergency shelter and community residential centre at this location; listed separately. Centre is staffed 24 hours; book-in...
View serviceNew Hope Centre Community Residential Facility
Offers furnished private studio apartments with structured rehabilitation support to 15 men and three women on conditional release from federal and provincial correctional institutions. Provides addiction support to people who use substances. Referral required from a parole officer through Correctio...
View serviceNew Hope Centre Emergency Shelter
Provides year-round, 24-hour emergency accommodation in beds for 24 men (cisgender and transgender) ages 19 and up. Services include meals, showers, laundry, and personal support. Men are connected with a one-to-one caseworker. Pets cannot be accommodated. Storage space is limited. Length of stay in...
View serviceNew Hope Centre Transitional Housing
Provides 10 units of transitional housing for up to one year for adult men (cisgender and transgender) who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Men are connected with a one-to-one caseworker. Pets cannot be accommodated. Wheelchair accessible. Referral through emergency shelter staff at same loc...
View serviceNext Steps Program
Provides safe, secure, affordable housing to men who would benefit from support services as they transition to independent living. Eligible applicants may be homeless or at risk of homelessness; completing an addictions recovery program; needing support due to emotional or mental health issues; stru...
View serviceNorthern Centre of Hope Emergency Shelter
A year-round, 24-hour emergency shelter with up to 30 beds for adults age 19 and older of any gender. Services include three meals per day, laundry facilities, lockers, referrals, advocacy, and outreach. Maximum length of stay for beds is determined on a case-by-case basis. No alcohol or drug use or...
View serviceNorthern Centre of Hope High Barrier Transitional Housing
High-barrier transitional housing for adults of any gender in recovery. Must be abstinent from all substances while in residence. Offers 24 individual rooms. Supports residents to build new skills and confidence to sustain housing and recovery-based living. Not wheelchair accessible, cannot accommod...
View serviceNorthern Centre of Hope Low Barrier Transitional Housing
Low-barrier transitional housing for adults of any gender who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and need a high level of support due to substance use, medical needs, or mental health concerns. Supports residents to develop daily living skills related to hygiene, medical care, medication compli...
View serviceNorthern Centre of Hope Supportive Housing
Permament supportive housing for homeless adults of any gender dealing with mental health challenges, substance use, or medical needs. Provides 42 individual units with kichenette and washroom. Offers two meals per day. No alcohol or drug consumption on the premises; accepts individuals on substitut...
View serviceOpportunities Program
Offers supportive transitional housing for adults of all genders; accommodation is divided into four female beds and 21 male beds. Serves individuals who may be homeless or at risk of homelessness; who are completing an addictions recovery program; needing support due to emotional or mental health i...
View serviceOutreach Programs
Provides outreach to individuals age 19 and over who are homeless, at risk of becoming homeless, or difficult to house. Youth age 18 and younger may also be eligible. Outreach workers determine housing needs, and provide referrals to services to meet immediate needs such as emergency shelter, food, ...
View servicePidcock House
Low-barrier, emergency shelter for adults ages 19 and older of any gender offering 24 male beds and six female beds. Provides showers, laundry, meals, and referral to other services in the community. Accommodates pets. Not wheelchair accessible. Provides locked space for bikes and carts, and persona...
View servicePidcock House Transitional Housing
Offers six transition units to adults of any gender who are in need as they search for stable housing. Accommodation is divided into three male and three female beds. Provides showers, laundry, meals, and referral to other services in the community. Accommodates pets. Not wheelchair accessible. Staf...
View serviceResidence Program
Transitional housing for four homeless adults of any gender seeking support to make changes in their life. Provides three meals per day, and support of a case worker to work toward goals and connect to community resources. No consumption of drugs or alcohol on the premises. Pets cannot be accommodat...
View serviceRichmond House Emergency Shelter
Year-round, 24-hour, minimal barrier emergency shelter providing 20 beds for homeless men and 10 beds for homeless women; includes transgender individuals. Priority is given to Richmond residents. Includes three meals per day plus shower and laundry facilities. Support services include access to lif...
View serviceRidge Meadows Emergency Shelter
Provides 55 low-barrier shelter beds for adults ages 19 and older of any gender. Sleeping area is divided into designated male and female dorms. Common areas are co-ed; couples cannot stay in the same room. Services include meals, showers, laundry facilities, clothing, personal hygiene products, and...
View serviceRotary Hospice House
10-bed facility provides 24-hour, individualized end-of-life care to Richmond and Vancouver residents 19 years of age or older. Services include pain and symptom management, as well as social, psychological, emotional, and spiritual support to individuals and their families. Referral required from c...
View serviceSenior Adult Fellowship
Offers various activities with a Christian emphasis. Seniors meet at 11 am every third Monday of the month for a program of recreation and fellowship; includes lunch. Runs from September to May.
View serviceStevenson House
Year-round shelter provides up to 14 emergency shelter beds in dorm rooms for men 19 years and over. Not a drop-in shelter, as registration and intake is required; for bed availability and intake, call after 4 pm Monday to Friday. Provides three daily meals, case management services, and outreach to...
View serviceSunset Lodge
Residential care facility for adults with complex health care needs who require 24-hour care. Services include nursing and personal care, medication administration, social and recreational activities, meals, laundry service, and end-of-life care. Monthly rate is up to 80 percent of client's after-ta...
View serviceSunset Lodge Adult Day Programs
Offers three recreational adult day programs at Sunset Lodge (952 Arm Street), High Point Community Church (949 Fullerton Avenue), and Victoria Citadel (4030 Douglas Street). Provides a safe, comfortable, community atmosphere, and activities such as exercise programs, group discussions, crafts, bus ...
View serviceSupportive Transitional Housing
Offers both dormitory and private rooms for up to 102 adult men who have completed a treatment program and are preparing to live independently. Accepts men on substitution therapy. Men without sufficient funds may be assisted. All programs are abstinence-based; residents must commit to sobriety duri...
View serviceThe Beacon Shelter
Emergency shelter for 66 men (cisgender and transgender), open 24-hours, year-round. Intake hours are 8 am to 11 pm. Registered men must return by 10:30 pm bed check to keep their place. Behaviour-based, low-barrier shelter, with no alcohol or drug use on site. Offers access to housing support, case...
View serviceThe Crosswalk Shelter
Provides emergency accommodation in bunk beds for 36 men. Opens at 9:30 pm (line-up starts about 9 pm), with no admissions after 2 am. Sandwiches and snack provided on intake, and coffee and bagged lunch provided in the morning. Behaviour-based, low-barrier shelter, with no alcohol or drug use on th...
View serviceThe Haven Shelter
Emergency shelter for 34 men (cisgender and transgender), open 24 hours, year-round. Behaviour-based, low-barrier shelter, with no alcohol or drug use on site. Intake hours are 8 am to 11 pm. Registered guests must return by 10:30 pm to keep their place. Behaviour-based, low-barrier shelter, with no...
View serviceThrift Stores - Abbotsford
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations accepted from 9:30 am t...
View serviceThrift Stores - Brentwood Bay
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations can be dropped off 9 am...
View serviceThrift Stores - Burnaby
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations can be dropped off 9 am...
View serviceThrift Stores - Campbell River
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Family Services offices for vouchers to use in the stores. Donations can be dropped off 10 am to 1 pm...
View serviceThrift Stores - Chilliwack
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Does not sell or accept donations...
View serviceThrift Stores - Comox
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Family Services offices for vouchers to use in the stores. Donations accepted during operating hours....
View serviceThrift Stores - Courtenay
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations accepted during operati...
View serviceThrift Stores - Cranbrook
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Store hours are 9:15 am to 5 pm T...
View serviceThrift Stores - Dawson Creek
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations accepted during operati...
View serviceThrift Stores - Duncan
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations accepted during operati...
View serviceThrift Stores - Fernie
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations can be dropped off 10 a...
View serviceThrift Stores - Fort St John
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations can be dropped off 10 a...
View serviceThrift Stores - Gibsons
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations accepted during operati...
View serviceThrift Stores - Kelowna
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in the store. Store hours are 10 am to 5 pm...
View serviceThrift Stores - Langford
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations accepted from 9 am to 6...
View serviceThrift Stores - Langley
Thrift stores sell gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Aldergrove store does not sell or...
View serviceThrift Stores - Mill Bay
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations accepted during operati...
View serviceThrift Stores - Nanaimo
Thrift stores sell gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in the stores. Donations accepted during op...
View serviceThrift Stores - New Westminster
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Seniors age 65 and over (with ID and proof of a New Westminster address), people who are homeless, and people living in a shelter (with letter from the shelter) who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and fur...
View serviceThrift Stores - North Vancouver
Thrift stores sell gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in the stores. Donations accepted during op...
View serviceThrift Stores - Parksville
Thrift stores sell gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in the stores. Donations accepted during op...
View serviceThrift Stores - Penticton
Thrift stores sell gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in the stores. Furniture donations only acc...
View serviceThrift Stores - Port Alberni
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations accepted during operati...
View serviceThrift Stores - Port Coquitlam
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations accepted during operati...
View serviceThrift Stores - Prince George
Thrift stores sell gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Family Services offices for vouchers to use in the stores. Donations are accepted during operating ho...
View serviceThrift Stores - Prince Rupert
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations accepted during operati...
View serviceThrift Stores - Qualicum Beach
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations accepted during operati...
View serviceThrift Stores - Sechelt
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations accepted during operati...
View serviceThrift Stores - Surrey
Thrift stores sell gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in the stores. Donations accepted during op...
View serviceThrift Stores - Trail
Thrift store sells clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations accepted during operating hours. St...
View serviceThrift Stores - Vancouver
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in the stores.Marpole: 8384 Granville Stree...
View serviceThrift Stores - Vernon
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in the stores. Donations accepted 10 am to ...
View serviceThrift Stores - Victoria
Thrift stores sell gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in the stores.Cedar Hill: 1551 Cedar Hill C...
View serviceThrift Stores - West Kelowna
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in the stores. Donations are accepted 10 am...
View serviceThrift Stores - West Vancouver
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, kitchenware, linens, electronics, and toys. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase basic necessities can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations are accepted 9 am to ...
View serviceThrift Stores - White Rock
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations accepted during operati...
View serviceThrift Stores - Williams Lake
Thrift store sells gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture. Individuals who cannot afford to purchase necessities such as clothing and furnishings can apply through local Salvation Army Community and Family Services offices for vouchers to use in store. Donations are accepted during ope...
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