Transformative Community Support

A Vision for Transformative Community Support:

At Thrive Community Support Circle, we’re proud to offer diverse, trauma-informed programs that address the unique needs of our community. But our current facilities limit our ability to meet growing demands and provide the care that our neighbours deserve.

Our spaces are overwhelmed. We lack private areas essential for urgent care and personalized support—services that are life-changing for individuals experiencing abuse, addiction, or trauma. Without these spaces, we cannot provide the safe, confidential environment our community members need to heal and move forward.

Our facilities are also not fully accessible, and the absence of public bathrooms creates unnecessary barriers, especially for individuals with disabilities or those facing housing instability.

Space limitations force us to limit services to just a handful of individuals at a time, with visits capped at 15 minutes. This is unsustainable, especially as we welcome over 48,000 visits annually.

Why Support Thrive?

• Diverse and Inclusive: Our programs honour cultural diversity, empower all genders, and create safe spaces for everyone, including youth, seniors, and 2SLGBTQIA+ community members.
• Trauma-Informed Approach: We meet people where they’re at, offering wraparound supports with empathy, dignity, and respect.
• Holistic and Empowering Services: From mental health programs and art therapy to peer-led initiatives and community gatherings, we focus on fostering connection, healing, and a sense of belonging.

With your support, we can create a fully accessible, safe, and purpose-built space to expand our critical programs and truly meet the needs of our diverse community. Together, we can ensure no one is left behind.

Join us in building a stronger future. Let’s make this vision a reality for the 48,000+ individuals who turn to Thrive each year.

The Capital Campaign

A Fully Accessible, Community-Centred Facility

Our vision for a new, purpose-built facility is rooted in accessibility, inclusivity, and meeting the diverse needs of our community. The thoughtfully designed space will enable us to expand programming, enhance safety, and offer critical support in a welcoming and respectful environment.

Key Features of the New Facility

• Universal Accessibility: Designed with accessibility at its core, including barrier-free washrooms, doorways, kitchens, and an elevator to ensure everyone can move through the space with ease.
• Community Kitchen: A fully equipped kitchen for preparing hot meals to support drop-in, outreach and nutrition initiatives.
• Supervision and Training: for Early Childhood Educators, Counsellors, Social Workers and of course our community members.
• Food Security Supports: A designated area for community members to pick up food hampers, ensuring a streamlined and dignified experience.
• Laundry Facilities: On-site laundry to assist individuals and families in need of basic services.
• Childcare and Early Learning: Dedicated office and storage space to support our early learning programs.
• Cultural Room: A space honouring the diverse cultural practices of our community, offering opportunities for healing, connection, and celebration.
• Drop-In Social Area: A large, open space for socializing, meal service, and community-building activities.
• Participant Support Hub: A designated registration and intake area, ensuring privacy and efficiency in welcoming participants.
• Multi-Purpose Classroom: Flexible space for education, parenting workshops, support groups, and other social activities tailored to community needs.
• Safety and Security: Enhanced measures to ensure the safety of everyone accessing the facility.
• Essential Supplies Storage: Adequate storage for food, clothing, and harm-reduction items, ensuring we can meet urgent and ongoing needs.
• Staff Wellness Area: A dedicated staff room with a washroom, storage, lockers, and a dining area to support the well-being of our team.
• Child Supervision Space: A welcoming child supervision room for parents and caregivers participating in programs, ensuring peace of mind and accessibility for families.

By removing barriers and creating opportunities, we are building a foundation for a stronger, more inclusive future in this amazing community.