UPDATED: Transforming Wesley Youth Housing
When we last posted, we mentioned a few upcoming projects at Wesley Youth Housing, and now, we’re excited to report that they’ve become a reality! Over the past few months, two major upgrades have been completed. First, the staff offices received a refresh, creating brighter, more functional spaces where our team can better support residents. […]
Happy Early Childhood Educator and Child Care Worker Appreciation Day!
Today, we celebrate and thank our incredible Registered Early Childhood Educators and Child Care Workers at Wesley. Your dedication, creativity, and compassion make a lasting difference in the lives of the children and families we serve every single day. The care, patience, and support you provide help children learn, grow, and thrive is truly inspiring […]
Celebrating Inclusion and Belonging: Meet Brielle, the Artist Behind This Year’s Case for Kids T-Shirt
Each year, Wesley’s annual Case for Kids fundraising event brings our community together for a day of fun family activities, good food, music, and a 1.5km walk/run/ride to support local children and youth. Part of the tradition at Case for Kids is a t-shirt given to participants to wear and show their support, and this […]
Case for Kids 2025 – Sunday, June 1
Join us at Bayfront Park for Case for Kids—our annual event that supports local youth. Walk, run, or ride to make a difference! See you there!
1900 Main St W. EarlyON Centre Reopens After Exciting Renovation
After months of anticipation, Wesley’s EarlyON Centre at 1900 Main Street West is officially reopened—and the community couldn’t be happier! Following a significant flood last year that forced the location to close for extensive renovations, the refreshed space is now brighter, better equipped, and more welcoming than ever. Parents and caregivers are thrilled to be […]
#WeAreWesley: Dema’s Story of Using Her Passions to Make Positive Impacts
At Wesley, our strength comes from the passionate and dedicated individuals who shape the lives of the people we serve. One of those remarkable individuals is Dema Adil, a Registered Early Childhood Educator whose journey shows how dedication, an unwavering love for children and learning, and of course, a smile, can make all the difference […]
From Stress to Success: Kevin’s Journey Through Wesley Youth Housing
Kevin’s story is one of resilience, determination, and the transformative power of community support. Now 22 years old and thriving in his career as a sonographer working for Hamilton Health Sciences at McMaster’s Children’s Hospital, Kevin’s path to success was not easy, with roadblocks like abuse and homelessness threatening to throw him off course. At […]
#WeAreWesley – Discovering a Passion in Youth Services: Annabella’s Journey at Wesley
Annabella, Wesley’s Youth Services Supervisor, brings a unique perspective and commitment to her role. In her time working in social services, she’s worked with both seniors and youth, each experience demonstrating her natural ability to connect with people of all ages. Before Annabella started her journey at Wesley two years ago, she graduated from McMaster […]
#WeAreWesley – From Program Participant to Mentor: Cyris’ Journey at Wesley
For some, Beasley Community Center is just a building to pass while driving down Wilson Street. For others, Beasley is a sanctuary, a safe place where they can truly be themselves and thrive. For Cyris, Beasley’s meaning and purpose have gone through many seasons of change, starting as a young child and continuing today as […]
Finding Community and Support at Beasley EarlyON: Nakoa and Leon’s Story
Every community deserves an accessible place for families and children to connect, play, and find the support they need. For Nakoa and her son Leon, that place is Beasley EarlyON. They learned about this program through an invitation from a friend who knew they lived nearby. When they arrived, they felt at home right away. […]