Canada is one of 51 countries around the world to have free universal healthcare. We pay taxes so that everyone can get the medication, treatment, or care they need without having to bear the financial burden. Every Canadian has access to our healthcare system. In theory, that should mean that everyone’s health is basically consistent […]
Regeneration’s “New Normal” During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has had far-reaching implications for Regeneration Outreach Community, as adherence to the physical distancing measures that have been established to protect the public has meant that Regeneration has had to find creative ways to fulfil its mission. These changes have not been made in isolation however, as valuable partnerships with other organizations […]
How Mental Health, Faith, & Social Connection Can Help the Homeless
Canada is one of the wealthiest nations of the world, but far too many of our fellow citizens don’t have enough financial support to meet their basic needs. It is estimated that about 235,000 Canadians are homeless on any given year, and about 35,000 are homeless on any given night. The causes of homelessness vary […]
Resources For Meals During COVID-19
As the world has had to quickly respond to the current COVID-19 crisis in the past two weeks, the City of Brampton has made some drastic changes to ensure that the most vulnerable people in this community are cared for through the indeterminable duration and impact of this pandemic. They promptly launched a Task Force […]
The Poverty Trap: How People Become Stuck in the Cycle of Poverty
What is Poverty? Poverty is defined by the United Nations as the inability to fulfill basic needs like food, healthcare, education, and access to water and sanitation. By that definition, around 10% of the world lives in extreme poverty. In Canada, that number is around 9%, although it is higher for certain groups like single […]
How to Help the Homeless: What & When to Donate
Homelessness is an unfortunate epidemic that affects many major Canadian cities, and Brampton is no exception. As of August 2019, the region of Peel housed 922 homeless people, but not enough shelters or affordable housing to accommodate them. As Canadians, we can all do our part to fight against homelessness and help marginalized individuals. Giving […]