Angie Peters is an inspiring and collaborative leader in Toronto's social sector. She spent 16 years as a senior executive in telecommunications before moving into the social profit sector to support initiatives investing in people and working towards the end of poverty. Angie has served as Presi...

Angie Peters is an inspiring and collaborative leader in Toronto's social sector. She spent 16 years as a senior executive in telecommunications before moving into the social profit sector to support initiatives investing in people and working towards the end of poverty. Angie has served as Presi...

Lara Watson is joined by Angie Peters, President & CEO of Yonge Street Mission, to discuss generational poverty and how it's impacting Canadians.

Lara Watson speaks with CEO of Daily Bread Food Bank, Neil Hetherington, to understand the scope of food insecurity in Canada.

Lara Watson speaks with CEO of Daily Bread Food Bank, Neil Hetherington, to understand the scope of food insecurity in Canada.

An update on the beloved – pay-it-forward – café in downtown Hamilton that welcomes all in the
community with it’s affordable and healthy menu. Hi-lighted is an overview of their unique pay-it-forward “button” system, the community response from various guests, and how they strive to
maintain a w...

Collin Jonathan Alfred is known as “chop” at Gore Park in Hamilton, Ontario where he gives free haircuts for anyone who stops by.

Indwell creates affordable, supportive housing for people living on the margins. More than just a shelter, Indwell strives to create a space where people living in their buildings can feel a sense of community and hope.

The rising cost of food and housing in our nation is making life unaffordable and unbearable for thousands of Canadians. Today on 100 Huntley Street, we explore the impact of the cost-of-living crisis and we explore how we can take action and help our neighbours in need.

David has been homeless for one year. After the company he worked for shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic, David found his age was a barrier to finding new employment. Unable to pay his mortgage, the bank foreclosed on his house and he had no where to turn. In December, after about 9 months of...

Angie Peters, President and CEO of Yonge Street Mission and Author of the new book, “Just Act: We are the Solution to Poverty,” joins Lara Watson to discuss temporary and generational poverty.

Jeffrey Ng started Gore Park Community Outreach three years ago with five of his friends, serving 35 people. Three years later, 140 volunteers serve more than 800 people every week who need a little extra help in the midst of rising grocery costs.

What is it like to live in a shelter? David describes his daily life since getting a bed at Scott Mission. Jonathan Miller, Chief Ministry Officer, describes how a clean bed, safe place to lock your belongings, and a shower fill the needs of the unhoused in Toronto.