House of Friendship

House of Friendship House of Friendship works to build a community where everyone can belong and thrive.

House of Friendship walks with 42,000 men, women and children every year who need food, housing, access to vital community resources and addiction treatment. We believe that we are Stronger Together - and we work for a community where everyone can belong and thrive.

From all of us at House of Friendship, we wish a meaningful Yom Kippur to all who observe. May this sacred day bring ref...
09/20/2026

From all of us at House of Friendship, we wish a meaningful Yom Kippur to all who observe. May this sacred day bring reflection, renewal, and a fresh beginning.

G'mar Chatimah Tovah.

"I'm safe. For the first time in my life, I have what feels like a safe, stable home." For Sue, that sense of safety too...
09/18/2026

"I'm safe. For the first time in my life, I have what feels like a safe, stable home."

For Sue, that sense of safety took decades to find.

After experiencing family conflict as a child, homelessness as a teenager, mental health struggles, and later significant health challenges, Sue spent much of her life searching for stability.

Today, she has found support, connection, and belonging at Eby Village, House of Friendship's Supportive Housing community.

Now, Sue is not only receiving support but also giving it back by helping build community and encouraging her neighbours.

Thank you for helping create spaces where people can find housing, stability, and hope. Together, we're building a community where everyone belongs.

Read Sue's story and learn more about supportive housing: https://houseoffriendship.org/finding-a-place-to-call-home/

09/18/2026

As Friendship Dinner approaches, we asked members of our what "home" means to them.

Take a look to see what they said.

Every day, we walk alongside people on their journey toward housing, stability, and belonging. As we prepare to welcome residents' home to Friendship Village later this year, we'd love to hear from you: What does home mean to you?

Join us at Friendship Dinner as we celebrate what it truly means to hear the words “Welcome Home”.

Register today: https://trellis.org/friendship-dinner-2026

What can you expect at Friendship Dinner?• Inspiring stories • Community connection • A closer look at Friendship Vill...
09/16/2026

What can you expect at Friendship Dinner?

• Inspiring stories
• Community connection
• A closer look at Friendship Village
• An opportunity to celebrate the impact we’re creating together

If you haven’t secured your seat yet, we’d love to welcome you.
Secure your seat: https://trellis.org/friendship-dinner-2026

A warm breakfast can mean so much more than a meal.Every Saturday, dedicated volunteers from St. Michael Roman Catholic ...
09/10/2026

A warm breakfast can mean so much more than a meal.

Every Saturday, dedicated volunteers from St. Michael Roman Catholic Church in Waterloo share granola bars, scones, fruit cups, and plenty of smiles with the men at ShelterCare. For G*i, a volunteer at the church, the simple act of offering food and kindness is a way to extend grace and hope to those experiencing homelessness. “If we can give something positive to someone who really needs it, that’s what it’s all about,” she shares.

At House of Friendship, we believe that small acts of care help build a community where everyone can belong and thrive.

Want to make a difference? Learn more about volunteering with us at www.houseoffriendship.org/volunteer

Every day, Friendship Village gets closer to welcoming its first residents home! Soon, 100 people will have a place to b...
09/09/2026

Every day, Friendship Village gets closer to welcoming its first residents home! Soon, 100 people will have a place to belong at Friendship Village.

Join us at Friendship Dinner: Welcome Home as we celebrate this important milestone and the community making it possible.

We can't wait to share more with you at Friendship Dinner: https://trellis.org/friendship-dinner-2026

Hunger Action Month is a reminder that many people in our communities are struggling to make ends meet. According to Foo...
09/07/2026

Hunger Action Month is a reminder that many people in our communities are struggling to make ends meet.

According to Food Banks Canada, a large share of people's income is being spent on housing and other fixed expenses, leaving little room for necessities like food.

As a community we can continue to support our neighbours and advocate for solutions that help everyone meet their basic needs.

To learn more about food resources offered in Waterloo Region, visit:

https://www.thefoodbank.ca/find-food/

or https://houseoffriendship.org/how-we-help/food/

Thank you to Waterloo MP Bardish Chagger and Kitchener-Conestoga MP Tim Louis for taking the time to tour Friendship Vil...
09/04/2026

Thank you to Waterloo MP Bardish Chagger and Kitchener-Conestoga MP Tim Louis for taking the time to tour Friendship Village this week, now under construction in downtown Kitchener.

When complete, this new, innovative supportive housing community will build on everything we’ve learned through our ShelterCare program — bringing housing together with onsite health care, mental health and addiction supports, and life skills programming, all in one place. It’s a model designed not just to house people, but to help them succeed.

We're incredibly grateful to all levels of government for coming together to help this important project that will build a strong pathway out of homelessness for people in our community. Thank you for the encouragement, support, and advocacy on our behalf.

Friendship Village is expected to open later this year. To learn more, visit www.houseoffriendship.org/FriendshipVillage

A huge thank you to everyone who has supported Set for Success this back to school season! Together, you raised $46,461 ...
09/04/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who has supported Set for Success this back to school season!

Together, you raised $46,461 through Set for Success, helping local children start the school year with the supplies they need to succeed. Your generosity is helping students head back to class feeling confident, included, and ready for the year ahead.

Thank you for showing up for local families and making a difference when it matters most.

Address

Main Office: 3A-236 Victoria Street N
Kitchener, ON
N2H5C8

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15197428327

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