Hope, Home, Family...
WHY THE REFUGEE CRISIS NEEDS YOU
The number of displaced people in the world surged from just 64 million in 2017 to 110.5 million in 2023. The World has become a much more dangerous place and an increasing number of people are seeking a place of safety where they can rebuild their lives.
The number of refugee claimants arriving in Canada has increased by 54% over pre-pandemic levels, hitting 144,035 in 2023. As a result, Matthew House has been running at 156% of capacity and had to seek alternate shelter for 218 refugees last year.
UNHCR and the Canadian Council for Refugees only expect these numbers to increase.
As a multi-cultural community right on the border, Windsor-Essex receives a signficant number of Refugee claimants annually but a lack of refugee-specific shelters leaves many vulnerable to homelessness and exploitation.
ABOUT US
Matthew House Windsor brings hope by providing a temporary home and settlement supports for Refugee Claimants, empowering them to become contributing members of the Canadian community.
OUR WORK
Our vision is to see every Refugee Claimant in Windsor-Essex feel welcome and have access to the services and supports they need to thrive.
GET INVOLVED
There are many ways you can help "welcome the stranger," from becoming a Canadian Friend, to making a donation, or helping maintain our property. Get Involved today to help rewrite life stories!
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ADDRESS
3185 Forest Glade Drive
Windsor, ON N8R 1W7
info@matthewhousewindsor.org
+1 519-945-7627