Introducing Beth Bohnert
Beth Bohnert has joined Beyond Housing as our new Community Engagement Specialist. Beth brings more than 30 years of communications experience in the non-profit and post-secondary education sectors, most recently at the University of Waterloo. She’ll be sharing stories that show how Beyond Housing is working with our supporters and partners to build stronger communities. […]
Meeting a core human need
Rick Cober Bauman reflects on 25 years of Beyond Housing When Rick Cober Bauman thinks about the impact of Beyond Housing, one person comes to mind right away. A friend of his had served a long prison sentence and faced significant stigma when he tried to rebuild his life. Landlords wouldn’t rent to him, and […]
Construction starts at New Beginnings
Construction has officially begun at New Beginnings in Kitchener — and we couldn’t be more grateful. November 18 marked the start of building 20 new affordable townhomes that will offer safety, stability, and a fresh start for families in our community. This project is possible thanks to our partnership with Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo […]
A little sunshine on a rainy November day
The rain couldn’t dampen the mood at 544 Bridgeport on Saturday, November 15. Tenants gathered for an afternoon tea to celebrate the gardens they’ve cared for all year, including the Bridgeport Butterfly Garden — recently highlighted in the City of Kitchener’s LoveMyHood blog. Guests enjoyed a slideshow of photos showing how the gardens have grown […]