Monthly Archives December 2024

Rossbrook House is Hiring

Rossbrook House is hiring part-time Youth Workers Rossbrook House is currently looking for a friendly, out-going person(s) who can work evenings and/or weekends with the following qualifications:   Previous experience (including volunteer) working with children and/or youth – sports and recreation, arts and/or cultural activities. Experience living or working within the Rossbrook House Community. Good communication skills with children/youth and peers. Open to participating in ongoing training.   All Rossbrook House staff are required to obtain a Vulnerable Persons Sector and Child Abuse Registry check.   This position is part-time as required and will encompass all shifts throughout the calendar
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Winter Break 2024

Open 24 Hours All Winter Break! Rossbrook House keeps its doors open 24 hours from December 20, 2024 until January 4, 2025.   Children and youth, ages 6 to 24, can drop in for activities, games, crafts, daily meals and safe rides home. Participants will have a safe and warm place to be over the holidays.   Let’s all have a safe holiday season!
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December 24

    Hello and thank you for being a Rossbrook House supporter. My history with Rossbrook House began long before I was born. My grandma, Vera Missyabit, was instrumental in building the early Rossbrook House community. Her home was a second Rossbrook House to many of the early participants. There was always something good to eat, and lessons to learn about generosity and caring for the community.  She was a beloved source of strength. I consider myself very lucky to have had her as a role model, showing me that we can all make a difference with some kindness. I
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