New Life Neighbourhood Centre

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New Life Neighbourhood Centre The New Life Neighbourhood Centre is a non-profit organization that serves 2400-3000 underprivileged and homeless people in Oshawa and surrounding areas.

The Centre is not only concerned about the physical needs of our clientele, but also in assisting them to fulfill basic needs and acquire skills to provide a means of overcoming their dependence with practical education programs. As a food bank, we volunteer our time and rely on donations to help us run the programs we provide. Some of the services we currently provide are: Pancake breakfast the third Sunday of every month; hygiene and emergency packages; blankets to the homeless; annual BBQ event; Thanksgiving and Christmas Dinners; Christmas Hampers, stockings & toys etc

08/28/2026

We are pleased to announce that New Life Neighbourhood Centre (NLNC) has officially changed its name to Durham Neighbourhood Centre (DNC).

After 29 years of serving Durham Region, DNC reflects the evolution of our work and our commitment to helping people move from vulnerability toward greater stability, opportunity, and independence.
Our integrated approach brings together four key areas of support:
Food Bank — addressing immediate food insecurity.
Productivity HUB — building skills and capabilities for greater self-sufficiency.
ONEA — Oshawa Newcomer Employment Accelerator — launching next month to help newcomers overcome barriers to employment and economic participation.
Supportive Resources — connecting individuals and families to services that help sustain their progress.
Together, these initiatives form the DNC's emerging integrated resilience and economic mobility system, helping people move from crisis to capacity, from capacity to opportunity, and from opportunity to greater independence.
Ann Thompson

What a Blessing! Our Community BBQ was a wonderful celebration of community, connection, and fellowship! From delicious...
08/28/2026

What a Blessing! Our Community BBQ was a wonderful celebration of community, connection, and fellowship! From delicious food and fun activities to meaningful conversations and shared laughter, it was a joy to welcome so many people together.

A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who planned, prepared, served, welcomed, helped, cleaned up, and stepped in wherever needed. Your generosity, kindness, and willingness to serve made the day such a success.

We are grateful for every smile, conversation, friendship, and moment shared. Together, we put our mission into action: Loving God and Loving People.

Thank you for helping make our Community BBQ a beautiful expression of God’s love in action!

Jennifer French Ann Thompson
Henry Durham @ Derek Gibberson

We are so grateful to the Grade 8 class at College Park Elementary School for their donation of care bags to help those ...
06/26/2026

We are so grateful to the Grade 8 class at College Park Elementary School for their donation of care bags to help those in need in our community. The kids worked tirelessly to fill 48 bags with blankets, water, and snacks. This is such a blessing to all those struggling in our neighbourhood. Thank you so much.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ New Life Adventist Church

A full circle moment.We wrapped up our 2025–2026 Healthy Happy Adults Project (HHAP) season with a community drumming ci...
04/01/2026

A full circle moment.

We wrapped up our 2025–2026 Healthy Happy Adults Project (HHAP) season with a community drumming circle, shared meals, and deep gratitude.

Through HHAP, we fostered social connection, intergenerational exchange, and meaningful community engagement — addressing isolation while celebrating the unique and valuable contributions of older adults.
Participants were empowered through interactive activities and educational workshops, including sessions that built awareness and resilience against financial fraud and other forms of elder abuse.

We are deeply grateful to our community partners who made this work possible, and to Employment and Social Development Canada for their financial support, which allowed us to continue and expand this program.

The HHAP journey doesn’t end here — the connections built and stories shared will continue to ripple through our community.Eduardo FloresAnn Thompson

Join the discussion and contribute your insights on aging, stereotypes, and finding one's purpose in today's digital lan...
02/13/2026

Join the discussion and contribute your insights on aging, stereotypes, and finding one's purpose in today's digital landscape. Oshawa Senior Community Centres

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Oshawa Lady Generals U15 A teams for their incredible generosity. T...
01/14/2026

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Oshawa Lady Generals U15 A teams for their incredible generosity. Their amazing donation of diapers and their support of two families in need by providing all the essential items to help them celebrate the holidays. It truly made a difference. We are so blessed to have these young ladies stepping up to support our community. Your kindness and compassion do not go unnoticed.

This January, we focus inward on the power of the mind. Discover how mental health impacts aging and learning practices ...
01/08/2026

This January, we focus inward on the power of the mind. Discover how mental health impacts aging and learning practices that build resilience, joy, and clarity. Plus, get moving with aerobics to start the year strong and healthy!
Contact Monica to register via email at [email protected] or by calling 365-873-0347.

Hello everyone,As we begin the New Year, I want to take this time to once again express my gratitude for your time, har...
01/08/2026

Hello everyone,

As we begin the New Year, I want to take this time to once again express my gratitude for your time, hard work, monetary donations, dedication and support throughout 2025 and especially during our Community Christmas Hamper distribution.

Your selfless contributions have helped to make such a huge difference in the lives of those we serve in the community. It is truly a blessing to have committed individuals like you serving with us.
In 2025 we fed approximately 6000 people with our mealbox program, served 960 brunch meals, distributed 3,696 weekend meals/snacks to school children through the Optimist Club, served 400 Christmas turkey meals, distributed 120 Turkey & Chicken hampers, distributed 200 christmas toys and 200 christmas stocking, At the Productivity HUB we graduated 11 individuals bringing the number of lives impacted by the HUB to approximately 100.

Thank you for all that you do! You are truly appreciated and I pray that your New Year will be one of good health, happiness, love and continued service to those in need.

Happy New Year! Looking forward to seeing you all in the New Year🙏

Ann Thompson
NLNC Director

Thank you to the Coloma family and Nerds On Site for your continued support and dedication year after year. Once again, ...
12/27/2025

Thank you to the Coloma family and Nerds On Site for your continued support and dedication year after year. Once again, you have generously blessed us with an abundance of food and hygiene donations that will positively impact the lives of many. We are truly grateful and thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Address

33 Olive Avenue
Oshawa, ON
L1H2N7

Opening Hours

11:30am - 4pm

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+19054042004

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