Union Gospel Mission (UGM)

Provides a clean, safe, sober environment for up to 92 self-identified men from 9 pm to 6:50 am daily. Consists of five separate rooms with bunk beds. Tickets to reserve spot on the waitlist are handed out at 5 pm at reception. Intake occurs on a first-come, first-served basis, and begins at 9 pm at...

A temporary stabilization program available to men (cisgender and transgender) seeking recovery, addictions treatment, or second stage support. The program is designed to support people accessing addictions recovery programs; participants must have a confirmed transition plan and the maximum estimat...

Six-month residential alcohol and drug recovery program for 64 men (cisgender and transgender) ages 19 and over who want freedom from addiction. Offers individual and group counselling, addiction education, life skills development, anger management training, stress management, educational upgrading,...

Provides a Christmas hamper to low-income families to alleviate some of the stresses of the holidays and allow families to experience the joys of the Christmas season. When parents sign up to receive Christmas support, they have the opportunity to attend financial and wellness workshops, find volunt...

90-day residential alcohol and drug recovery program located in Mission for women age 19 and over, with the option of a longer stay if beneficial. Includes individual and group counselling, addiction education, life and parenting skills development, and anger and stress management. Emphasizes relaps...

Outreach workers in a rescue vehicle seek out people sleeping on the streets to offer food, warm clothing, blankets, and information on UGM's programs, including shelter, drop-in and meal services, and alcohol and drug recovery. May offer transportation to people sleeping on the street who are willi...

Outreach workers in a rescue vehicle seek out people sleeping on the streets to offer food, warm clothing, blankets, and information on UGM's programs and other local services, including shelter, drop-in and meal services, and alcohol and drug recovery. May offer transportation to people sleeping on...

Offers free meals for people in need as well as information and referrals, lay counselling, bible studies, computer classes, and access to hygiene products and clothing. A Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction worker and a poverty law advocate from Elizabeth Fry Society are available ...

The Stabilization Program provides trauma-informed counselling and wraparound support for women who require an outreach worker's assistance to begin their recovery journey. The Supportive Recovery Program is a six- to 12- month residence for 15 adult women (cisgender and transgender) with or without...

Offers affordable and supportive transitional housing for individual women (cisgender and transgender) or women-led families in early recovery stages who are experiencing precarious housing, homelessness, and other barriers. Housing is in furnished studio and one- to three- bedroom apartments. Women...

Thrift stores sell donated goods, including clothing, shoes and accessories, jewelry, linens (bedding, towels, curtains), CDs, DVDs, records, furniture, and small household items. Hours are 9 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. For donations outside of regular business hours, drop off items at UGM's mai...

Provides free dental hygiene care to individuals associated with the Union Gospel Mission such as residents of their facilities or participants of their programs. Services include assessments, treatment plans, cleanings, temporary replacement cavity fillings, and personal oral self-care education. H...

Offers information and referral to community resources, and general support services. Lunch is offered at 11 am daily, and dinner at 6 pm Monday to Friday and at 4 pm Saturdays and Sundays. Meal tickets are available 30 minutes before meal time. Drop-in hours are 7:30 to 9 am, 10:30 am to 12 noon, a...

Offers two programming streams: one for children and one for women with or without children. Supportive counselling, prayers, and practical assistance are available from 9 am until 5 pm Monday to Friday. Appointments for one-on-one care are encouraged. Children's programming includes a homework club...