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Orange T-shirts 2025

Orange T-shirts 2025

August 26, 2025 | Comments Off on Orange T-shirts 2025

Purchase an Orange Shirt from Rossbrook House Foundation and support children and youth. Everyday cotton (100% cotton) T-shirts in orange with ‘Nurturing the Child’ graphic front/centre, created by Rossbrook House Junior Staff/Rising Sun student, Trinity, with Rossbrook House logo on the left sleeve. Click here to order yours! All sale proceeds of these unique t-shirts will go toward programs for children and youth. Sizes: Limited quantities available. Adult sizes are $25 plus tax. Youth sizes are $20 plus tax. Payment Options: Pay online by Visa or Mastercard Select COD and pay with Cash or with Debit Card and pick up
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Welcome Development Officer

Welcome Development Officer

July 22, 2025 | Comments Off on Welcome Development Officer

Rossbrook House Foundation welcomes Kaelin as its new Development Officer, and the Foundation’s sole staff member. A recent graduate of the University of British Columbia Okanagan, Kaelin holds a BA in Philosophy and Political Science. She has been a dedicated community volunteer from a young age and describes having long felt called to mission-oriented work.   In her spare time, Kaelin enjoys reading, writing, running, and spending time with friends and family. “I’m thrilled to be part of such an important organization. Rossbrook House really does incredible work. I’m passionate about education and community, and the positive impact that can
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ACM 2025

ACM 2025

June 27, 2025 | Comments Off on ACM 2025

Annual Community Meeting 2025 was held on June 26 at Rossbrook House. Thank you to all who attended and joined us for breakfast.   Larry McIntosh, Chair of Rossbrook House Foundation, shared a report about the past year’s activities and the wonderful news of the Foundation having raised a million dollars for Rossbrook House programs and operations. You can read more about the Foundation’s activities for the past fiscal year here. We also thanked departing board member Bruce Henderson for nine years with the Foundation board. “Our Foundation is all about raising funds so Rossbrook House can keep doing its
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Summer Fun 2025

Summer Fun 2025

June 27, 2025 | Comments Off on Summer Fun 2025

Summer 2025 has officially begun at Rossbrook House. Our doors will remain open 24 hours until the end of August. Ages 6 to 24 can drop in for activities, outings, daily meals and more! Camp Maskwa will be happening for two weeks in July for the youth. (Participants should pre-register with staff.)   The playroom is open for ages 6-11.. There are video games, crafts, board games, pool and a safe place to be- all summer.         Outings to the beach and local pools and parks will happen as well!         Children and youth
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Summer 2025

Summer 2025

June 1, 2025 | Comments Off on Summer 2025

Support Summer Programming at Rossbrook House! Click here to donate today! With your support, we can ensure that children and youth will continue to find a safe place in Rossbrook House all summer and for generations to come.   Twenty-six-year-old Cheyenne Campbell started attending Rossbrook House before the age minimum. Her mother, Audrey, was a full-time staff (and still fills in casual when she isn’t teaching) and brought her children to Rossbrook House events. Later, they attended on their own, taking part in outings, programs and activities.     Summer is particularly memorable to Cheyenne. “I had a lot of
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No Child Alone Dinner 2025- oh what a night!

No Child Alone Dinner 2025- oh what a night!

May 1, 2025 | Comments Off on No Child Alone Dinner 2025- oh what a night!

Rossbrook House Foundation hosted the 2025 No Child Alone Dinner on April 24 at RBC Convention Centre. 320 guests enjoyed a delicious meal while learning more about Rossbrook House programs. Participants from Rossbrook House began the night with a Grand Entry. The evening raised awareness and funds for programs. The silent auction was a huge success with over 35 prize packages. Thank you to all who donated these items!   There was also a fun auction to raise funds the Young Mothers’ program. Barry Kay hosted this ‘fund-a-need’ portion of the evening. Participant Alex shared her experiences with the crowd.
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Show Your Heart Radiothon 2025

Show Your Heart Radiothon 2025

January 17, 2025 | Comments Off on Show Your Heart Radiothon 2025

    Thank you to all who helped to make our first-ever radiothon a success! We were thrilled to be able to share wonderful memories, inspiring stories and  information about our programs with listeners, many of whom had not heard about Rossbrook House before. We’re grateful to each and every donor. Thank you for showing your heart to the children and youth. Thank you to all of the organizations as well, who supported the radiothon through sponsorships and donations. We are humbled by the generosity that this event inspired. Donations are gratefully accepted anytime with a cheque (mailed or dropped
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Winter Break 2024

Winter Break 2024

December 19, 2024 | Comments Off on 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

December 24

December 2, 2024 | Comments Off on 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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Open House 2024

Open House 2024

October 10, 2024 | Comments Off on Open House 2024

We’d love to see you at the Rossbrook House Open House, Thursday, November 7 at 11am. Everyone is welcome! You’re Invited! Rossbrook House Open House, Thursday, November 7 beginning at 11am. Students from the three off-campus schools will be showcasing their school programs. We will also be celebrating students in the Rossbrook House community during the Scholarship Celebration that begins at 1pm. Rossbrook House, 658 Ross Avenue.
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