The Gatehouse

The Gatehouse About the Gatehouse The vision of The Gatehouse® and the restoration of this house was the creation of one man.

Arthur Raymond Lockhart inspired many people with his idea to reach out to survivors of child abuse within this community. His vision is to give all survivors a place to tell their stories, to give them back their voices, to heal their wounds and to inspire them to see their own potential. This house is dedicated to this vision and this community. The Gatehouse®, built in the 1890s, was the origin

al doctor's house for the Lakeshore Psychiatric Hospital. Abandoned for over 30 years, this building holds an important history in the Lakeshore area. Through the efforts of hundreds of volunteers and corporations, this abandoned historic building was completely renovated and carefully restored. A major renovation valued at over $300,000 was completed for under $30,000 because of the incredible support we received from our community. Our history is an important part of who we are - we're very proud of our roots. The beauty of this incredible community mobilization project is the continuum of support from volunteers and businesses that have been involved since the very beginning. We regularly have visitors who tell us that they painted the banisters, hung a special piece of art, helped to fund an early program, or made some other personal contribution to this house. If these walls could talk, they'd tell stories of relationships, strength, courage and hope. Our warmest thanks to everyone who came together to create this magical house.

06/23/2026

Here is your daily reminder: You are enough.

You do not need to prove your worth, earn your place, or be perfect to deserve love, respect, and happiness. Your value is not measured by your productivity, achievements, or how much you do for others.

Take a deep breath. Give yourself some grace. You are growing, learning, and doing better than you think.

Today, remember: You are enough, exactly as you are. 💛

Happy Pride Month! 🌈We proudly celebrate Pride Month and honor the strength, resilience, diversity, and contributions of...
06/22/2026

Happy Pride Month! 🌈

We proudly celebrate Pride Month and honor the strength, resilience, diversity, and contributions of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and communities.

At The Gatehouse, we are committed to creating spaces where everyone feels seen, valued, respected, and supported. Pride is a time to celebrate authenticity, foster inclusion, and reaffirm our dedication to equity and belonging for all.

We stand alongside 2SLGBTQIA+ community members, families, friends, and allies as we celebrate love, identity, and the right for every person to live openly and safely as their true selves.

Wishing everyone a joyful, empowering, and meaningful Pride Month.

With pride,

Maria Barcelos The Executive Director
and Erin Alexandra Coordinator of The Gatehouse 2SLGBTQIA+ Healing With Pride Program 🌈💜✨

06/21/2026
06/21/2026

Father’s Day can bring up many different emotions.
For some people, it is a day of celebration. For others, it may bring grief, loss, distance, or mixed feelings.
Whatever this day means to you, there is no right or wrong way to feel.
We invite you to approach yourself with the same compassion you might offer someone else.

🎉 Happy 28th Anniversary, The Gatehouse! 🎉Today, we proudly celebrate 28 years of hope, healing, and transformation.Sinc...
06/21/2026

🎉 Happy 28th Anniversary, The Gatehouse! 🎉

Today, we proudly celebrate 28 years of hope, healing, and transformation.

Since opening our doors on June 20, 1998, The Gatehouse has been a place where survivors of childhood abuse and those impacted by trauma have found support, community, and the opportunity to rebuild their lives. Through innovative programs, compassionate care, and the strength of our participants, we have witnessed countless stories of resilience and recovery.

This milestone belongs to every survivor who has trusted us with their journey, every staff member and volunteer who has dedicated their hearts to this work, every donor and partner who has believed in our mission, and every advocate helping to create a future free from abuse.

As we celebrate 28 years of service, we remain committed to breaking cycles of trauma, fostering healing, and empowering individuals and families for generations to come.

Thank you for being part of our story. Here’s to 28 years of impact—and to the many lives we will continue to impact in the years ahead.

💜 Happy Anniversary, The Gatehouse! 💜



Since June 20, 1998

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06/19/2026

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Address

3101 Lakeshore Boulevard W
Toronto, ON
M8V3W8

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 9pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 9pm
Thursday 9:30am - 9pm

Telephone

+14162555900

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