Caring for Basic Needs
At Regen, we desire to break the cycle of poverty. We do this by providing accessible and thoughtful programs that instill dignity and provide a renewed sense of hope, empowering those we serve.
Our mandate is to meet our guests where they are at. Our programs are designed to open doors in people’s lives and provide enriching experiences and practical support.
Basic Needs Are a Right, Not a Privilege
At Regeneration, we believe every person deserves the essentials of life. Our Essential Care Program provides our guests with the basic, primary necessities of survival—food, hygiene, and clothing. These life-giving resources are required to empower them on their journey to recovery.
Breakfast & Lunch
By offering hot and hearty meals, we’re not only caring for the physical needs of our guests, but we’re also offering access to life-giving resources.
Breakfast
We serve breakfast to our guests 365 days a year. Come join us for a healthy and filling meal to start your day.
Served every day from 7:00 AM – 9:30 AM
*On Sundays, breakfast ends at 9:15 AM
Lunch
We serve a nourishing and delicious lunch to our guests on weekdays to supplement our daily breakfast program.
Served Monday – Friday from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Showers
We provide hot showers, including soap, shampoo, and clean towels, to our guests 7 days a week during our program hours.
Haircuts
Haircuts are provided free of charge by a licensed stylist, schedule is listed below.
Haircuts are available every other Monday from 10 AM- 12:30 PM, subject to change. Please call ahead to confirm.
Laundry
Access to washers and dryers is available. There is no charge for laundry services. We provide laundry soap and dryer sheets.
Schedule
Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday from 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Clothes Closet
Our Clothes Closet provides our guests with the chance to replace worn clothing, keep warm and dry in inclement weather, and obtain fresh clothes for job interviews and other life events. We are always accepting clothing donations!
View our list of needed items.
Schedule
Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Technology
Guests are able to access technology such as computers and phones during our program hours.
Success In Numbers
It’s because of your compassion and generous donations that our annual numbers continue to rise. Thank you for making Regeneration possible.
Open 365
Days a Year for Hot Meals
39,917
Meals Served
1 Million LBS
Of Food Recovery
30+
Food Sharing Partners
643
Individual Volunteers
1100 Households Served
with groceries weekly
Our Locations
Regeneration Office & Meal Program
We’re located near City Hall.
- 156 Main Street N
- Brampton, ON L6V 1N9
Hours Of Operation
- Monday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Regeneration Marketplace
We are located in the same building as the Kabul Farm Supermarket.
- 253 Queen St E
- Brampton, ON L6W 2B8
Hours Of Operation
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Saturday: 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
- Sunday: Closed
Guest Experiences
Meet Charlie – A Regeneration Transformation
Charlie came to Regeneration in his 50s. He was experiencing homelessness, grieving his divorce, and dealing with heartbreak. COVID-19 caused him to lose his job and the temp agency he was working with simply didn’t provide enough regular income to live on.