Horizons of Friendship

Horizons of Friendship Horizons of Friendship is a charity committed to eliminating the root causes of poverty and injustic

Since our founding in 1973, Horizons of Friendship has grown from a small group of concerned citizens from rural Ontario to the only charity in Canada with an exclusive focus on development in Mesoamerica. As we evolve, we remain inspired by the creativity and resilience of our Central American and Mexican neighbours.

Menstrual Health Day 🌸At Horizons of Friendship, we believe menstrual health is an important part of overall health, dig...
05/28/2026

Menstrual Health Day 🌸

At Horizons of Friendship, we believe menstrual health is an important part of overall health, dignity, and well-being. Through our partnership work and the Utz K’aslemal project, we continue supporting communities through education, awareness, and conversations that help break stigma surrounding menstruation and reproductive health.

Creating access to knowledge and encouraging open dialogue helps empower individuals, strengthen communities, and promote health equity for all. 💛

Today serves as a reminder that menstrual health matters every day, and that everyone deserves access to the care, education, and support they need.

This April, we travelled to Guatemala to connect with partners, learn from community-led initiatives, and deepen our und...
05/26/2026

This April, we travelled to Guatemala to connect with partners, learn from community-led initiatives, and deepen our understanding of local health and cultural practices.

We are incredibly grateful to our partner PIES for welcoming us, and for sharing their knowledge, experiences, leadership, and the important work being done within their communities. 💛

Stay tuned over the next few weeks for Educational Tour Recap content, and for more information visit horizons.ca.

Welcoming back the hands that help our communities grow 🌱☀️Join us this summer as we celebrate and support our migrant w...
05/22/2026

Welcoming back the hands that help our communities grow 🌱☀️

Join us this summer as we celebrate and support our migrant worker community, recognizing the hard work, dedication, and impact they bring to our farms, food systems, and communities every single day. 💛

For more information, please contact Bessie at [email protected]

Celebrating the beauty of cultures, conversations, and communities around the world 🌎🤍Today, on World Day for Cultural D...
05/21/2026

Celebrating the beauty of cultures, conversations, and communities around the world 🌎🤍

Today, on World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, we recognize the importance of embracing different cultures, languages, traditions, and perspectives that help shape stronger and more connected communities.

At Horizons of Friendship, we continue to support our partner ACUN in Panama as they work to preserve Indigenous languages, storytelling, education, and cultural traditions for future generations. Through collaboration, dialogue, and shared learning, we can continue building a more inclusive and understanding world for all.

Swipe through to learn more about why cultural diversity matters and how communities grow stronger together ✨

Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing long weekend!☀️Just a reminder that our store will be closed on Monday, May 18th an...
05/15/2026

Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing long weekend!☀️

Just a reminder that our store will be closed on Monday, May 18th and will reopen on Tuesday, May 19th. We look forward to seeing all of our thrifters back in the store!

On behalf of Horizons of Friendship, we say thank you to our amazing community members and volunteers who participated i...
05/11/2026

On behalf of Horizons of Friendship, we say thank you to our amazing community members and volunteers who participated in our first annual bake sale held over the weekend.

Whether you baked, bought, or ate yummy treats, your time, energy, and donations were incredibly appreciated. We love being a part of this amazing Cobourg community!

To learn more about how you can volunteer at our thrift store, come speak to Amy at 50 Covert Street Cobourg, or send an email to [email protected].

Have a sweet tooth? Join us this Saturday, May 9th for our first annual bake sale at our thrift store! 50 Covert Street,...
05/06/2026

Have a sweet tooth? Join us this Saturday, May 9th for our first annual bake sale at our thrift store!

50 Covert Street, Cobourg ON

Enjoy a sweet treat while you shop or make your donations. All proceeds directly support the store.

Bake sale will start at 10 am until goodies are gone!

Today, we honor the 11th anniversary of Christine Stewart’s passing. With her husband David and Father Tim Coughlan, she...
04/25/2026

Today, we honor the 11th anniversary of Christine Stewart’s passing. With her husband David and Father Tim Coughlan, she established Horizons of Friendship to uplift the disadvantaged in Central America and Mexico. Serving as Executive Director until 1988, her visionary guidance laid the foundation for our organization’s lasting success.

⭐️ This National Volunteer Week, we’re celebrating Liz, who has been a dedicated volunteer in our Thrift Store since 201...
04/21/2026

⭐️ This National Volunteer Week, we’re celebrating Liz, who has been a dedicated volunteer in our Thrift Store since 2011.

For over a decade, Liz has given her time, care, and kindness to support our work and strengthen our community. Her commitment truly makes a difference every day.

❤️ Thank you, Liz, for everything you do—we’re so grateful for you!

To learn more about how you can volunteer in our thrift store, contact Amy at (905) 372- 5483 x25

Address

50 Covert Street
Cobourg, ON
K9A2L6

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+19053725483

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