Wesley on Cable 14 Vital Signs with host Rudi Wallace
Wesley was recently featured on Vital Signs on Cable 14 with host Rudi Wallace, where CEO Rashed spoke about Wesley’s impact and its more than 70-year history of community service. The conversation highlighted how Wesley supports individuals and families across Hamilton, Brantford, and Halton Region through programs for children, newcomers, and people experiencing homelessness. A […]
‘A gut punch’: After a life of working and saving, this Burlington retiree ends up homeless
Wesley and Halton Region work to navigate people back into homes they can afford as the crisis deepens. Dec. 23, 2025 4 min read By Teviah Moro Reporter She knew it was coming, but when it happened, the eviction still hit hard. “A gut punch” is how Barbara describes losing her Burlington apartment this past summer […]
Michael’s Story: Finding a Way Back to Himself
Michael is a helper; he’s always looking out for the needs of those around him and doing whatever he can to help. He has literally given the roof over his head to those who needed it more. After everything he has been through, he still regularly takes the time to make and distribute sandwiches to […]
Enhancing Comfort and Dignity at Wesley Supportive Housing with Support from Ward 2 in Hamilton
Last month, Wesley Supportive Housing received a generous $3,500 grant from Ward 2 in Hamilton, allowing us to make meaningful upgrades that directly impact our residents’ daily lives. One major improvement was the purchase of a new stove—something that had been on our wish list for a long time. Despite many maintenance visits and the […]
Strengthening Halton’s Housing Support
Halton’s housing emergency may be less visible than in bigger cities, but the need is undeniable. A count found more than 340 of our neighbours in Halton without a home, and over 8,000 households are waiting for subsidized unit, on a wait list that is multiple years long. Recently, Halton News visited Wesley in Halton, where residents shared […]
Finding Strength in Community: Jason’s Journey
When Jason first connected with Wesley, he wasn’t exactly sure what he was looking for, but he knew he needed a way to take his life back. After a traumatic series of events that included the loss of his sister, separation from his wife, and estrangement from his children, Jason found himself without a home, […]
Brian’s Journey: Finding Hope, One Step at a Time
Brian has been through a lot. He’s lived in his truck, dealt with serious health problems, and spent many days feeling alone. He found stability and a fresh start thanks to Wesley’s Housing First Program in Halton. Brian had been experiencing homelessness for around 7 months. He worked as a security guard but lost his […]
‘There’s actually hope’: Hamilton program offers addiction supports, path to housing
Wesley’s special care unit helps clients, like Darcy Gagnon, get to better places. May 7, 2025 4 min read A roller-coaster. A snowball. A big blur. This is how Darcy Gagnon describes his bouts with addiction, health and homelessness. The 32-year-old Hamiltonian is working on all three since checking into Wesley’s special care unit in February. At first hesitant to […]
#WeAreWesley Keira: A Life Skills Specialist Making a Difference
For over 17 years, Keira has dedicated her career to Wesley, growing from an eager college graduate to a seasoned Life Skills Specialist. Her journey has taken her through various roles, from the Wesley Day Center to the Special Care Unit (SCU), housing services worker, and now, life skills support. Along the way, she has […]
Wesley Builds Support, Stability, and Hope in Halton
As one of the longest-standing charities in the region, Wesley is well-known for the work being done in Hamilton, but did you know that we also have incredible teams of people providing programs and services for community members in Halton? Now you can say that you do! Read on to learn more about how Wesley […]