Topic: In the Media

Colin Tessier quoted in Tyee article

Posted on October 2, 2024 by - In the Media

October 1, 2024

The Tyee: https://thetyee.ca/News/2024/10/01/Can-Grace-Lore-Fix-Ministry-Children/

Tracy Sherlock is a reporter for The Tyee who focuses on the needs and rights of children, youth and families, particularly in regards to the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). Quotes from Colin Tessier, in Sherlock’s article “Can Grace Lore Fix the Ministry for Children and Families?” highlights the need for bold action to stop the harm that often accompanies youth being connected to MCFD.

Award for the Best Non-Profit 2024-2025

Posted on May 9, 2024 by - Community, In the Media

Wow! We are blown away by the news from last night. Threshold Housing won best non-profit of the year! We are grateful to be part of a community that believes that all youth should thrive. Huge shoutout to Take a Hike Foundation for the incredible impact they have supporting youth mental health.

We want to thank the Chamber for awarding us and hosting a special night. Congratulations to all 14 winners, and all of the finalists. We are truly grateful to be in such good company. 

Please check out our finalist video.

 

Photo of (from the left): Board President-Elect Alison Campbell, Board Chair Alan Andrew, Treasurer Sheila Beauchemin, Director of Strategic Relations Shannon Whissell, Udo Van Elewout,  Director of Housing and Support Services Angela Mcnulty-Buell, and Mike Buell.

$3.1 million gift will transform services to youth at risk of homelessness

Posted on November 15, 2022 by - In the Media

November 15, 2022

$3.1 MILLION GIFT WILL TRANSFORM SERVICES TO YOUTH AT RISK OF HOMELESSNESS

Victoria, BC

Clint and Carole Forster have honoured Threshold Housing Society with a $3.1 million gift that will transform Threshold Housing‘s ability to support youth-at-risk of homelessness. The gift, totaling $3.1 million dollars, has allowed Threshold to pay the mortgage on their Supportive Recovery Program property in Victoria and will allow them to complete the purchase of Threshold House in Oak Bay.