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Covenant House Vancouver’s purpose is to serve all youth with relentless support, absolute respect, and unconditional love.

We help youth experiencing homelessness, and protect and safeguard all youth in need. If you are a youth seeking help you can call us toll free: 1-877-685-7474

Covenant House Vancouver exists for young people aged 16 - 24 who have fled physical, emotional and/or sexual abuse, those who have been forced from their homes or those who have aged out of foster care.

08/30/2026

Pride for summer. Pride for life.

Although summer Pride celebrations are coming to a close, allyship and community support must continue.

2SLGBTQIA+ are overrepresented among youth experiencing homelessness, because of family rejection and a lack of community acceptance.

Over one-third of the youth we serve identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.

We create a safe, inclusive, and affirming space where every young person can be themselves without fear, build a community, and find a path forward.

We are constantly evolving to meet the needs of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and look for opportunities to work with individuals and organizations in the community, so that all youth can thrive.

Join us! You can learn more at: https://www.covenanthousebc.org/pride/.

08/28/2026

With youth homelessness on the rise, how can the community make a difference and help change the trajectory of young people’s lives?

One way is to increase services that meet youth where they are at, to let them know that they are seen and to help build trust.

At CHV, our Outreach team does just that. Depending on each youth’s needs, we:
• Walk around the community and talk to youth
· Provide food, necessities, hygiene kits, and clothing
· Connect youth to community partners and resources, like medical and mental health professionals
· Offer to be a consistent, supportive presence in their lives, and build trust
· Invite youth to visit our Drop-In Centre for a hot meal, shower, or for help with anything they want to work on

Thanks to community support, last year, we served over 280 different youth, which resulted in over 100 youth entering our programs.

Like and stay tuned to learn more about our programs and services.

08/17/2026

Every young person matters.

We support young people in embracing who they are, knowing that authenticity is powerful and beautiful.

2SLGBTQIA+ youth are overrepresented in the homeless population. This is why we don’t just talk about inclusion; we build programs, train staff, and advocate to meet the real needs of q***r youth.

We are proud allies of the q***r community. From participating in events and celebrations and developing community partnerships to trauma-informed services and peer support, we create spaces where q***r youth can heal, grow, and thrive.

Find out more: https://www.covenanthousebc.org/pride/.

08/06/2026

Did you know that heat stroke can happen in just 10 minutes?

August in Metro Vancouver brings blue skies and warm days. However, for those who are homeless or precariously housed, high temperatures can be dangerous.

Without a place to stay, may lack access to fresh water, sunscreen, and cool places to stay.

According to Vancouver Coastal Health, people who are homeless or marginally housed, are among those most at risk for health effects from heat/sun exposure.

To help youth, age 16–24, stay safe, escape the heat, and stay hydrated, our Drop-In Centre is open 7 days a week. Here, youth can access:
• Air-conditioned spaces
• Fresh water and water bottles
• Sunscreen
• Lightweight clothing
• Showers
• Nutritious foods
• A place to rest

Thanks to Cadillac Fairview for supporting our Drop-In Centre.

You can learn more about the Drop-In Centre hours and services, here: https://www.covenanthousebc.org/drop-in-and-outreach/drop-in-centre/

08/05/2026

“Every donation matters and every dollar has made a difference in providing youth with a brighter future.”
– Wubs Family Foundation

On behalf of the youth in our community, thank you to our donors and the Wubs Family Foundation for being our Match partner. Your generosity helped us surpass our Double Match Campaign goal.

Donors provide more than 80% of our funding, which makes moments like this possible. Moments that can become:
• 32,000+ meals for youth
• 7,600+ nights of care for youth
• 1,240+ months of art supplies for youth

From all of us at CHV, thank you to our supporters. We could not exist without you.

08/02/2026

🏳️‍🌈Happy Pride Vancouver! 🏳️‍⚧️

The Vancouver Pride Parade is more than just a celebration. It’s rooted in an uprising against oppression and discrimination.

Today, the 2SLGBTQIA+ community still faces these barriers.

Did you know?
• Family rejection is the most common cause of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth homelessness
• 35% of the youth CHV serves identify as being part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community

We provide:
· Safe and inclusive housing with 2SLGBTQIA+ events
· Specialized mental health support like art therapy sessions
· Community building and peer support

Thanks to your support, 81% of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth at Covenant House Vancouver have developed the skills necessary to secure or maintain housing!

We are participating in today’s Vancouver Pride Parade because we recognize and honour the unique journeys, identities, and experiences of q***r and questioning youth. We hope to see you there!

Learn more about Pride, 2SLGBTQIA+ youth, and our support at: https://www.covenanthousebc.org/pride/.

07/30/2026

What does self-care look like at CHV?

Self-care routines and trends on social media can make self-care feel overwhelming. But the truth is that self-care doesn’t have to be complicated. Any simple act that you do for yourself can contribute to your physical, mental, and emotional well-being, which will help you manage stress, stay focused, and maintain your overall health.

Recently, 28 youth gathered to experience self-care. This low-sensory event had a variety of stations, such as a juice bar, meditation and movement area, fruit kebobs, and a nail salon.

Self-care is one of many important life skills taught at CHV. When practised regularly, it becomes a habit that helps youth self-regulate and work through any obstacles so that they can build the futures that they want for themselves.

When we take care of ourselves, we can also take care of others.

07/17/2026

Happy !

Although Pride Month is celebrated internationally in June, around Metro Vancouver, Pride festivities occur throughout July and August.

We would like to start the celebration by sharing why Pride is important and how we show up to support q***r youth.

Pride started as a protest to fight for the rights of the q***r community, who were being persecuted.

Today, the 2SLGBTQIA+ community still has to fight against discrimination and systemic barriers.

At CHV, we support 2SLGBTQIA+ youth by:
• building programs, training staff, and advocating for the needs of q***r youth
• embracing youth for who they are, because authenticity is powerful and beautiful
• creating spaces where they can heal, grow, and thrive

Our commitment to youth is not seasonal, it’s year round. At CHV, you're safe, you're seen, and you're supported.

Check out our Pride message from staff and learn more at: https://www.covenanthousebc.org/pride/.

07/16/2026

Not all heroes wear capes.

Some operate quietly in the background, but their presence is palpable.

The city now requires CHV to use Jersey barriers, to get its permit for Sleep Out: Champions Edition. The barriers keep event participants safe, as they support vulnerable youth.

It’s considered a small event that only requires a few barriers, for a short period of time. This created a logistical and costly challenge.

Fortunately, there was a community that rose to this challenge. The Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA), along with five companies, covered the costs associated with the barriers.

Leading the charge was Ronan Deane, Strategic Development Manager at North America Construction Ltd., Board member at VRCA, and CHV Sleep Out advocate/participant. He was instrumental in acquiring the barriers at a discounted price.

CHV would like to thank the following companies, whose donations made the acquisition possible:
The VRCA
Ledcor
North American Construction Group
Turner Construction Company
EllisDon Corporation
PCL Construction

Sleep Out couldn’t have been the success it was, without the support of these organizations.

This is one of many ways that the community can show up to support vulnerable youth.

Because, when we work together, we can take care of each other.

07/15/2026

"Skills for a shared future" — this year’s World Youth Skills Day encourages society to provide more training that empowers young people, for a positive future.

CHV empowers young people through a variety of supports, such as:
• Life skills training
• Educational support
• Employment (such as support with applications or training) and certification support

Recently, we held a pop-up shop where youth could find clothing that helped them feel confident when meeting prospective employers, which was just in time for a job fair that we cohosted with WorkBC.

Nearly 100 youth from CHV and the community attended, along with 18 employers/service providers.

Many youth explored the booths, some were interviewed on the spot, and a few were hired that day!

Learn more about how we support youth, to build the futures that they want for themselves: https://www.covenanthousebc.org/health-wellness/.

Address

1302 Seymour Street
Vancouver, BC
V6B3P3

Telephone

+16046857474

Website

https://www.covenanthousebc.org/

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