It’s Tax Time: Use It To Your Advantage
Prime Tax Season By Valeria Sales, Community Development and Integration Counselling Team Lead April 7, 2021 Despite our general reluctance to face the reality each year, the month of April
Abrigo Closed for Long Easter Weekend
Traditional Four Day Closure Again This year Abrigo will be closed (virtually) again this year over the long four-day Easter weekend, Friday, April 2 through Monday, April 5. As you
COVID-19 Vaccination Update
Please Get Vaccinated When It’s Your Turn The City of Toronto is now accepting those 70 and older at any of their vaccination clinics. You can book an appointment at
The Contributing Factors to Suicide Can Be Treated
Abrigo’s Monthly Contribution to Discover Magazine Looks at Preventing Suicide Cidalia Pereira, the Abrigo Centre’s Supervisor, Counselling Services, examines how parents, friends and colleagues can assist those dealing with depression
International Women’s Day Arrives March 8
Will You #ChooseToChallenge? Marked annually on March 8th, International Women’s Day is one of the most important days on our calendar that reflects on the achievements and progress made by
A Look Behind the Numbers
Abrigo’s latest submission to Discover Magazine The Abrigo Centre’s Manager, Fundraising and Communications, Gerry Luciano takes us on a personal examination of the reality that each client, and their story,
The Digital Divide: Technology Barriers A Reality For Clients and Staff
Abrigo counsellors working digitally face challenges with clients without technology Abrigo counsellor Marta Santos works with her clients virtually on daily basis because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The days of
2020 Holiday Season Closure
Abrigo Continues Annual Tradition As is our annual tradition, Abrigo will be closed between Christmas Day and New Years Day. We will reopen virtually on Monday, January 4, 2021 at
OXALA Livestream Events Raise $2,000 for Abrigo
Rising Star Makes an Impact Singer, songwriter OXALA recently held three benefit livestream events through the fall of 2020 for the Abrigo Centre and because of her efforts, and the
How Seniors Can Navigate the Holiday Season
Abrigo’s December submission to Discover Magazine takes a closer look. Abrigo counsellor Marilia dos Santos work extensively with more than 200 seniors registered in Abrigo’s Life and Hope group. Prior
VAW Client Finds a New Lease on Life: A GivingTuesday Story
Support from Abrigo Assists Family Facing Violence For many, our home brings us a sense of safety and security. It gives us comfort and leaves pleasant memories. Home is where
OXALA Hosts Livestream Watch Party for Premier of New Short Film
Circle Friday, November 13th on your calendar to watch 30/TRINTA – Live at The Burdock OXALA, the stage name of dynamic singer, songwriter Dianne Oliveira, will be hosting a watch party