Our Goals...
To provide youth the opportunity to gain the skills, experience and confidence to live and work independently in the community
We Provide…
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Transition support workers who guide residents to learn:
Required skills – cleaning, cooking and shopping.
Coping skills – conflict management and communication skills.
Life Skills – how to wake up on time, to plan a bus route to get to work
on time, the importance of a good night’s sleep, etc.
Financial Skills – budgeting, paying bills, purchasing food on a budget
in accordance with Canada’s Food Guide.
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Encouragement to help residents build a positive community support group including family, friends and service providers.
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Cost of living contributions to help each resident save money that will assist them in their transition to independent living once they have completed the program at The LOFT.
- Assistance in transition to the community, including:
Finding suitable housing
Connecting utilities
Meeting basic needs: food, clothing, transportation, etc.
Admissions Criteria…
Admissions Criteria...
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All applicants must apply on a voluntary basis
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All applicants must be male, between the ages of 16-24
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Must have a Social Insurance Number
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Must be homeless or at risk of becoming homeless
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Must be willing and able to work and/or attend school
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Must be willing to a complete a physical within the first month of residency
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Must be willing to share confidential information with house staff
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Must be willing and able to follow house rules and expectations
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Must not have a history of serious violent offences
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Must not have an upcoming court date or an outstanding warrant
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Must be committed to sobriety
Applications are available at our main office #101, 10010 105th Street (Ph: 780.428.7590). All applications will be reviewed for eligibility. The applicant or referring party will be notified within a week with the status. Applicants are encouraged to connect with the REE*START Program while awaiting admission into The LOFT.
