As you’re likely aware, there are significant concerns over the spread of Coronavirus. After careful consideration, and by the recommendation of local public health officials, we have decided to postpone our 30th Anniversary Gala. This decision is being made with the best interests in mind of our guests, staff, and the youth we serve. As an organization caring for a vulnerable population, we see it as our responsibility to make a prudent decision that will help protect the health of others who may be vulnerable. This is an important milestone in Threshold’s history, and we’re happy to confirm that our 30th Anniversary will be held at a yet to be determined date in the future. Thank you so much for all your support and we’re looking forward to continuing to highlight this milestone over our socials.
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#MEETTHETEAMMONDAY
Happy Monday! We want you to get to know our team. For #MeetTheTeamMonday we asked our Executive Director Colin some questions to get to know him.
⭐️Do you lean more towards being an introvert or an extrovert?
My Myers-Briggs tells me I’m an extrovert but it’s marginal. I tend to be in the middle of this spectrum and while I very much enjoy relationships, community, and being engaged with people, I also need to time to myself to recharge, reflect and refocus.
⭐️If you were a crayon, what colour would you be?
I would be a hybrid of black and gold. Those are the colours of my favorite football team, the Pittsburgh Steelers.
THANK YOU PENINSULA CO-OP
Thank you so much to Peninsula Co-op for being the Gold Sponsors of our upcoming 30th Anniversary Gala! We are grateful that Peninsula Co-op shares our vision, that all youth should have the opportunity to thrive.
#MEETTHETEAMMONDAY
It’s #MeetTheTeamMonday! We asked Sarah some questions to get to know her.
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Do you lean more towards being an introvert or an extrovert? I am very much a social introvert. I love being around people and I spend lots of time being social but I do find it draining and if I don’t give myself some solid solo time I LOSE MY MIND!!
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If you were a crayon, what colour would you be? Metallic Gold- obvi!
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What celebrity would you like to meet at Starbucks for a cup of coffee? Meghan Markle
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Where do you feel the most grounded, near the ocean or in the mountains? That is a hard one—- I think I love the ocean more but the mountains make me feel more grounded. The ocean makes me feel wild and free which I love, but it can be intense and not so grounding sometimes!! Lakes on the other hand are my happy place where I am most grounded for sure.
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If you had to describe yourself as an animal, which one would it be? This is so hard! I am going to go with lion because they are very community oriented, they like to spend most of their time hanging out, spending quality time, lazing around, but when they need to be they are so strong, have great endurance and are fierce. lol
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What 3 words describe you best? Chill, open, curious
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Do you prefer coffee or tea? Coffee, coffee, coffee
#MEETHETEAMMONDAY
It’s #MeetTheTeamMonday! We asked Macayla some fun questions to get to know her.
1. Do you lean more towards being an introvert or an extrovert? Introvert
2. If you were a crayon, what colour would you be? Tropical rainforest
#MEETTHETEAMMONDAY
It’s #MeetTheTeamMonday! We want you to get to know our team. Here is one of our Residential House Supervisors Jesse Cornes. We asked Jesse some questions to help get to know him.
1. Do you lean more towards being an introvert or an extrovert? Introvert.
2. If you were a crayon, what colour would you be? Cerulean (blue)
3. What celebrity would you like to meet at Starbucks for a cup of coffee? Sir Chris Hoy
4. Where do you feel the most grounded, near the ocean or in the mountains? Mountains
5. If you had to describe yourself as an animal, which one would it be? Heron
6. What 3 words describe you best? Committed, caring, patient
7. Do you prefer coffee or tea? Coffee
30TH ANNIVERSARY
On March 28th, 2020, Threshold Housing Society will be celebrating our 30th anniversary of supporting at-risk youth across the Capital Regional District. Throughout that time span, the collective efforts of staff, board members, volunteers, donors, and partners have had a deeply significant impact in the lives of vulnerable young people in our region. Now until March 28th, 2020 we will be sharing pieces of our history, updating you on our current program, and telling you more about our vision for the future which is a community where all youth thrive. We couldn’t be here without the support from our community and for that we are forever grateful. 💛💙💚
#MeetTheTeamMonday
We want you to get to know our team! This is one of our Youth Engagement Liaisons. We asked McKenzie some questions to help get to know her. #MeetTheTeamMonday
1. Do you lean more towards being an introvert or an extrovert? 70% Introvert 30% extrovert.
2. If you were a crayon, what colour would you be? Wisteria #32 (Purple)
3. What celebrity would you like to meet at Starbucks for a cup of coffee? Ryan Reynold’s or Meghan Markle
12 Days Of Tea Gift Boxes
We have partnered with Silk Road Tea to create the perfect gift box and it includes 12 different flavours of tea. These make the perfect gift for the holiday season. Gift boxes are $20.00 each and all proceeds come to Threshold Housing and help us be able to continue providing safe housing, support services, and community to at risk youth.
The 12 Silk Road tea flavours include: Angelwater, Berry Victoria, Beau-tea-ful Skincare, English Breakfast, Express Chai, Imperial Earl Grey, Jade Spring, London Fog, Philosophers Brew, Quench, Sour Cherry, Winter Warrior.
You can now purchase them online by clicking here.
Shine a Light on Youth Homelessness
Happy November! Starting today until December 31st, Threshold Housing Society is Shining a Light on Youth Homelessness.
In our region, there are more than 150 youth experiencing homelessness, with countless more couch surfing or living in unsafe housing situations. We believe that every youth deserves a safe home. We hope to spread awareness of the youth homelessness crisis occurring in our community and to raise funds so that we can continue to provide safe housing, support services, and community to at-risk youth.