Ruth's House Canada

10/10/2026

Happy Thanksgiving from Ruth’s House Society & Mandela House 🍂💚

Our office will be closed Monday, October 12, and will reopen Tuesday, October 13.

This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for our community and the spaces we share—places where safety, belonging, and new beginnings can grow. Thank you to our staff, volunteers, supporters, and community partners for helping make this possible.

Wishing you moments of warmth, comfort, and connection this Thanksgiving. 🧡

If you or someone you know needs support, our 24-hour national toll-free crisis line remains available:
📞 1-877-678-8098

10/09/2026

A special evening filled with faith, gratitude, and hope. 💚🙏

Recently, Ruth’s House Society had the honour of welcoming pastors and community leaders into our new space for an evening of prayer and blessings.

Together, we walked through the building, shared meaningful moments, and gathered in prayer for the individuals and families who will one day call this place home.

Our prayers were for peace, protection, healing, and flourishing as we prepare for the new beginnings ahead.We are incredibly grateful to the faith and community leaders who continue to stand alongside our mission.

More doors are opening, and with them, new opportunities for hope. 🏡💚

10/08/2026

Celebrating 100 hours of learning, growth, and community with Geetha! 💚

Our practicum student, Geetha, completed her 100 hours at Ruth’s House, learning about our organization and the community we serve. She joined us with a passion for learning and a drive to grow in her field, and we’re grateful to have been part of her journey.

Students and volunteers are the backbone of Ruth’s House. Their dedication helps us connect with our community and create a place where people can thrive.

Thank you, Geetha, for your time, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn. We wish you every success in your next chapter! 🌱

10/06/2026

Connecting with our community, sharing our purpose. 💚

On October 1, Ruth’s House Society attended the Bridge to Oasis Foundation’s National Seniors Day Community Resource Fair at Genesis Centre, sharing the work of Ruth’s House and Mandela House.

We connected with seniors, families, and community partners to raise awareness of our programs, shelter services, and support for individuals and families impacted by domestic and family violence.

Thank you, Bridge to Oasis, for bringing us together to build a community where more people can find support, safety, and connection. 🤝

Need support? 💚
📞 National toll-free crisis line: 1-877-678-8098
🌐 www.ruthshouse.ca

10/02/2026

A thank-you message from someone we’ve supported can stay with us long after we read it. ❤️

After hearing how Ruth’s House made a difference for one family, a member of our team shared: “This is one of the reasons I love my job.”

Moments like this remind us that the work we do together matters. To our whole team, thank you for the care you bring to each person you support. Let’s keep making a difference, one person at a time. 🌷

10/01/2026

Today, the teams at Ruth’s House Society and Mandela House wear orange in remembrance of the children who never returned home from residential schools and in honour of Survivors, their families, and their communities. 🧡

On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we pause to reflect, listen to Indigenous voices, and recognize the lasting impacts of residential schools.

Reconciliation requires ongoing care, learning, and action. We encourage our community to carry that responsibility beyond today.

Every Child Matters.

09/29/2026

Our offices will be closed on Wednesday, September 30, in observance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Regular office hours will resume on Thursday, October 1.

Ruth’s House Society and Mandela House honour the children who never returned home from residential schools, Survivors, their families, and their communities. We encourage everyone to take time to listen, learn, and reflect on the ongoing work of reconciliation.

Every Child Matters. 🧡

09/28/2026

Testimonial Tuesday 💚

“I am very grateful for Ruth’s House counselling services. They came at a time when I needed them most. As a newly single parent of children with special needs, I felt isolated. I’m so grateful to Ruth’s House for stepping in and lifting me up.

I recently had surgery, and food boxes were sent to my home during my recovery. My boys also received new backpacks filled with school supplies for the start of the school year. These things mean so much to me, and I do not take the support for granted.

I am truly grateful. I pray that the Lord continues to bless you, give you grace, and provide the support you need to continue being a blessing. 🙏🏾”

09/25/2026

Behind every testimonial is a team that cares deeply about the people we serve. 💚

After reading a community member’s words about the support she received from Ruth’s House, our Shelter Manager Rachel shared this reflection:

“It is a privilege to support the work we do together. I am truly grateful to be part of such a dedicated and compassionate team.”

Thank you to the community member who trusted us with her story, and to the staff, volunteers and supporters who help us show up for families each day.

09/23/2026