Compassion Society of Halton

Compassion Society of Halton We respond to the needs of our community with support and connections by providing food, clothing, hygiene items and referrals.

In a community such as Burlington, our past Mayor, Rick Goldring, has often pointed out, it is easy to forget that a great many of our citizens are suffering hardship and poverty. That's where Compassion Society of Halton steps in. From humble beginnings in Mina Wahidi's basement, Compassion Society has grown from a single rack of donated clothes to one of the major contributors to the well being

of our most vulnerable citizens. With the assistance of our sponsors, donors, staff and volunteers we now help thousands of Halton's needy citizens. We continue to provide clothing, food and community service referrals to all who require these fundamentals of decent living. We demonstrate respect, confidentiality, sensitivity, inclusion, desire for social justice and well being, and transparency in our finances. We help many local men, women and children who desperately need our services and goods from time to time and often more frequently to simply help make ends meet. Compassion Society has been awarded with the Mayors award for Service in 2018. Several volunteers have been recognized for their dedication and work:

+ Jeremy Heatley (Burlington Citizen of the year 2004)
+ Julie Hellam (Burlington award for empowering women)
+ Edwin Broadus (Aldershot Honour Roll 2018)
+ Ron Hardy (Aldershot Honour Roll 2019)

If you have questions about what to and NOT to donate, please check our website: https://www.compassionsocietyofhalton.com/

A huge thank you to our wonderful neighbours at the Mandarin Restaurants for their incredible generosity and ongoing sup...
06/10/2026

A huge thank you to our wonderful neighbours at the Mandarin Restaurants for their incredible generosity and ongoing support of the Compassion Society of Halton.

For the past few weeks, they have treated our team and volunteers to a delicious lunch and made a generous donation to help support our work in the community. Their kindness and commitment to giving back make a real difference to the people we serve.

We are grateful not only for this thoughtful gesture, but also for the ongoing support and friendship they have shown us as neighbours. Community partnerships like this help us continue provide assistance where it's needed, when it's needed.

Thank you, Mandarin, for helping make our community stronger! ❤️

🍋 From a lemonade stand to 200 lbs of hope.A brother and sister recently set up a lemonade stand, and with every cup sol...
06/09/2026

🍋 From a lemonade stand to 200 lbs of hope.

A brother and sister recently set up a lemonade stand, and with every cup sold, they were thinking of someone else. With the money they raised, they went out and purchased 200 lbs of food and hygiene items, then brought it all straight to our door for the families we serve.

This is what a community looks like. Two young hearts who decided to make a difference — and did.

Thank you both from the bottom of our hearts. You've reminded us all that kindness has no age limit. 🧡

🦁❤️ A heartfelt THANK YOU to Burlington Ontario Lions Club for their incredibly generous $2,000 donation to The Compassi...
06/04/2026

🦁❤️ A heartfelt THANK YOU to Burlington Ontario Lions Club for their incredibly generous $2,000 donation to The Compassion Society!

This kind of community support makes all the difference in the work we do every day. We are so grateful for your partnership and commitment to making Halton a more compassionate place for everyone.

📸 Pictured (L–R): Denny Allison (Market Manager, Lions Club Burlington), Al Fanjoy (Market Co-Chair), Rick Bergen (Board Chairman, Compassion Society of Halton), Brian Uloth (Board Member), Erin Gibson (Volunteer – Programs), and Cathy Allen (Volunteer – Events).

Together, we are stronger. 💙

🙏 We need your help! The Compassion Society is collecting essential items for families who can't afford the basics. We'r...
06/02/2026

🙏 We need your help! The Compassion Society is collecting essential items for families who can't afford the basics.

We're currently in need of: size 6 diapers, toilet paper, canned tuna & meat, cereal, water, sugar, coffee, beans, milk, and eggs.

Everything donated goes directly to those who need it most — free of charge, no profit, just neighbours helping neighbours. ❤️

Contact us to donate or arrange a drop-off.
Help. Where it's needed — When it's needed.

Compassion in action — powered by volunteers and supporters like you.🥰Last year, because of supporters like you, Compass...
05/27/2026

Compassion in action — powered by volunteers and supporters like you.🥰

Last year, because of supporters like you, Compassion Society of Halton was able to provide food, clothing and personal hygiene items to ~9,500 individuals facing difficult circumstances across our community. We also gave them hope, providing over 2,000 referrals to supportive services!

Behind every food item placed in our very own grocery store, every family welcomed, and every referral effort delivered is a dedicated team of volunteers working tirelessly to make sure no one feels forgotten.

Our volunteers continue showing up for families across Halton every week. But financial donations are lower than this time last year, even as community need remains high.

To continue this work effectively, we are seeking support for essential operations and updated technology that help keep our programs running smoothly and efficiently.

If you can make a gift today, you will be helping strengthen the foundation that allows us to continue to serve our community with dignity and compassion.

👉 Donate here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/compassion-society-of-halton/impact/view/

Thank you for continuing to stand with us, and the families we serve across Halton.

✨Wishing a blessed Eid ul-Adha to all of our clients, donors & supporters who are celebrating today. May this special oc...
05/27/2026

✨Wishing a blessed Eid ul-Adha to all of our clients, donors & supporters who are celebrating today. May this special occasion bring joy, peace, and happiness to you and your families. Eid Mubarak! 🌙

NOTE: We are closed today for Victoria Day. We will be open on Wed May 20.
05/18/2026

NOTE: We are closed today for Victoria Day. We will be open on Wed May 20.

Reminder! We are closed tomorrow, Mon, May 18, for Victoria Day. We will be back open on Wed May 20.
05/17/2026

Reminder! We are closed tomorrow, Mon, May 18, for Victoria Day. We will be back open on Wed May 20.

Reminder! We are closed on Mon, May 18 for Victoria Day. We will be back open on Wed May 20. Enjoy the long weekend!
05/15/2026

Reminder! We are closed on Mon, May 18 for Victoria Day. We will be back open on Wed May 20. Enjoy the long weekend!

Address

1881 Fairview Street, Units 4&5
Burlington, ON
L7S2K4

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 3:30pm
Wednesday 4pm - 7pm
Friday 12pm - 3:30pm

Telephone

+19055923722

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