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15 years strong
For 15 years, Matthew House Ottawa has been a place of welcome, dignity, and transformation.
Through our Refugee Services, we offer shelter, meals, and compassionate support to refugee claimants arriving in Canada with no sponsors and nowhere to turn.
Through our Furniture Bank, we help furnish homes for those rebuilding their lives—newcomers, low-income families, and individuals transitioning from homelessness.
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Led by volunteers
Our work is possible thanks to the partnership of our dedicated volunteers.
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Our programs
Refugee Services
We provide shelter, food and refugee support in a family atmosphere so refugees may begin their journey to independence in Canada.
Furniture Bank
We help neighbours transitioning to permanent housing make their new space feel like home. Our warehouse is stocked by generous donations from our community.
“…the fact that Canada opened to me and my family when we needed it, when we were desperate, when we did not know where to turn. That means a lot to us.”
— A member of our team
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Share your time
Make a difference by helping out with one of our programs.
Give the gift of home
Your financial or furniture gift makes a big difference to those in need.
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