John Howard Society of Kingston and District

11/01/2026

🍔 Taking on the Ultimate Burger Challenge! 🍔

Today, Myriam and our Executive Director, Julie, kicked off the United Way Leeds & Grenville Ultimate Burger Challenge with a delicious stop at 's Burgers & Fries- Brockville!

From now until November 30, $2 from every featured burger sold will support the incredible work of the United Way Leeds & Grenville.

As a long-time partner, United Way funding has made a meaningful difference at John Howard Kingston & District. For more than 20 years, their support has helped fund our CORE Program at South Grenville District High School, providing youth with mental health and well-being supports that help them thrive.

We are grateful for the United Way's commitment to bringing our community together and investing in programs that create lasting impact. Thank you for helping organizations like ours support youth, strengthen communities, and change lives.

Grab a burger, support a great cause, and join the challenge! 🍔❤️

10/30/2026

Thank you Michael Barrett for your visit! We appreciate you taking the time to hear about our success and challenges.

10/30/2026

🎄 The South Grenville Craft Fair is Coming!🎄

📅 Saturday, November 21
🎄 Over 125 vendors already committed!
⏰ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 South Grenville District High School - UCDSB
Entrance Fee is $5 and free for students

Join us for a day of local shopping, handcrafted goods, unique gifts, and community spirit as we kick off the holiday season!

🛍️ Vendors: Don't miss your chance to be part of this popular community event. The deadline to apply is November 3rd, so be sure to submit your application soon to secure your spot. Tables are $60.

Whether you're looking for the perfect holiday gift or you're a vendor wanting to showcase your products, this is an event you won't want to miss!

For vendor information and applications, contact Patty at [email protected].

All funds raised support the CORE Program of Connect Youth at the South Grenville District High School - UCDSB

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10/30/2026

Congratulations to our community partners Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Addictions and Mental Health on opening the newest HART Hub! We were lucky to get a tour this afternoon!

Our HART Hub Leeds Grenville location opens on November 9, offering community members low-barrier access to a full continuum of addictions and mental health support, housing stability for long-term recovery, and, in some cases, a pathway out of homelessness. It is our second site, following the opening of our Lanark County location in December 2025.

Funded by the Ministry of Health, the HART Hub includes withdrawal management care, long-term treatment, supportive housing, and wraparound care, including volunteer and employment support, education guidance, access to primary care, and help reconnecting with family and community, all under one roof.

🔗Learn more: https://www.llgamh.ca/news/the-hart-hubs-leeds-grenville-location-opens

Associate Minister Michelle Cooper, Minister Michael Tibollo, MPP Steve Clark, MPP John Jordan, Matt Wren - Mayor of Brockville, United Counties of Leeds and Grenville

10/27/2026

🍔🍔Our very own Myrium is a burger ambassador for the United Way Leeds & Grenville! This tasty fundraiser is under way November 1st to 30th

Born and raised in the Brockville area, Myriam is proud to call this community home. As a youth, Myriam attended both Ange-Gabriel and BCI and grew up playing hockey for the Brockville Angels. Today, Myriam is the Manager of Housing and Community Supports with the John Howard Society, supporting youth and justice involved adults throughout Leeds & Grenville. These experiences helped foster her deep appreciation for the people, businesses, and organizations that make Leeds & Grenville such a wonderful place!

Myriam is thrilled to support the UWLG as a burger ambassador and what better way to do that than by combining community spirit with delicious burgers from amazing local restaurants. Together, we can turn every bite into a brighter future because hope starts with you.

10/26/2026

🧢🧤🧣👚👖Did you know that we are fortunate to receive donations from Loving Hands Kingston to stock our client closet? We also receive a variety of hygiene products and outerwear. We are grateful for their ongoing support!

10/23/2026

📺 We’re proud to see the Cabins Community featured by Global News as a leading example of how innovative housing solutions can make a real difference.

As communities across Ontario continue to grapple with homelessness, the Cabins model is demonstrating that when people have access to safe, supportive housing, positive outcomes can follow. Nearly two years after opening, the project is helping change lives and contributing to a significant reduction in homelessness in Leeds & Grenville.

This success is a testament to the power of collaboration between community partners, United Counties of Leeds and Grenville, staff, supporters, and most importantly, the residents who call the Cabins home.

Watch the story here:

Watch Leeds & Grenville cuts homelessness by half Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

10/23/2026

📺 We’re proud to see the Cabins Community featured by Global News as a leading example of how innovative housing solutions can make a real difference.

As communities across Ontario continue to grapple with homelessness, the Cabins model is demonstrating that when people have access to safe, supportive housing, positive outcomes follow. Nearly two years after opening, the project is helping change lives and contributing to a significant reduction in homelessness in Leeds & Grenville. 

This success is a testament to the power of collaboration between community partners, local government at the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville, staff, supporters, and most importantly, the residents who call the Cabins home.

Watch the story here:

Watch Leeds & Grenville cuts homelessness by half Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

10/21/2026

Office Closure Notice

📢 John Howard Society Office Closure Notice

Please note that all of our offices will be closed on Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. as our team participates in a staff retreat.

This time allows our staff to come together for professional development, team building, and planning to better serve our clients and communities.

✅ Regular services will resume on Friday, October 23, 2026.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.