Beyond Housing

🏡 Come see what we’re building together.

For 25 years, Beyond Housing’s friends and supporters have helped create affordable homes across Waterloo Region. Now we’d love to show you what that support has made possible — and share a glimpse of what’s coming next.

Join us on Saturday, October 3 for our 25th Anniversary Homecoming Bus Tour, led by Executive Director Dan Driedger and Board Member John Oudyk. We’ll visit Beyond Housing communities, share stories from along the way and talk about exciting new affordable housing projects on the horizon.

Come see the difference you’re helping make — and where we’re headed next.

🚌 Space is limited, so please register today! (The registration link is in the comments.)

We’re now accepting rental applications for the townhomes at 887 Frederick Street in Kitchener. These two- and three-bedroom units are designed for families. To learn more about these homes and submit an application, please visit our website (link in comments).

The deadline for submitting an application is September 30.

It’s been a wonderful summer and now it’s time to look forward to fall. The Beyond Housing Office will be closed for Labour Day on Monday, September 7. See you on Tuesday!

We’re pleased to help St. Peter’s Church KW promote this important discussion about housing and homelessness.

Maggie Helwig is a writer, social activist and priest at the Church of Saint Stephen-in-the-Fields in downtown Toronto. In 2022, she went to court on behalf of the church to try to stop the City of Toronto from removing a homeless encampment beside the church.

When: Tuesday, September 22 at 7 p.m.
Where: St. Peter’s Church, 49 Queen St. N.,

This event is free to attend. Please register at Eventbrite. (Link in comments.)

The costs of back-to-school shopping can add up quickly.

That’s why Generations Community Church in Wellesley runs a backpack program where local children can choose a backpack, lunch pail and school supplies, all free of charge. The program serves between 40 and 60 kids a year.

Beyond Housing donates space at our David Street property for this program, as well as for the Wellesley Community Food Cupboard and the Wellesley Clothing Cupboard. These free programs are all run by volunteers and funded through donations. We’re proud to support Wellesley families in this way and help “neighbours caring for neighbours.”

See what you did? 😊

For 25 years, donors, volunteers and community partners have helped Beyond Housing create affordable homes across Waterloo Region.

On Saturday, October 3, join us for our 25th Homecoming Bus Tour and see that impact firsthand. We’ll visit Beyond Housing communities, share stories from along the way and celebrate what we’ve built together.

Come along for the ride and see where your support has made a difference — one home, one family and one community at a time. (The registration link is in the comments.)

887 Frederick is looking more like home every day! 🏠

Throughout August, crews from Zehr Group have been busy, inside and out. They’re installing plumbing and insulation in some units, while other units are ready for drywall.

Every step in the construction process is due to the generosity of donors and partners who believe families deserve a safe affordable place to live. Thanks for helping to turn these townhomes into places where families can build their new beginnings!

A special shoutout goes to Al Harris for taking these photos so we could share them with you.

Follow the link in the comments to see the latest photos from the construction site.

Help shape the future of Beyond Housing! 🏠

We’re inviting members to nominate individuals to serve on our Board of Directors. We’re looking for people who are passionate about affordable housing and can bring diverse perspectives, skills and experience to help guide our work.

Know someone who would be a great fit? Submit your nomination by September 30.

To learn more about the role and nomination process, please see the link in the comments.

Great news! We’re accepting rental applications for 887 Frederick Street in Kitchener, opening later this year. To learn more about these homes and start the application process, please visit our website to submit an expression of interest. (Link in comments)

Come home with us!

Celebrate Beyond Housing’s 25th anniversary on Saturday, October 3 with a special Homecoming Bus Tour through Kitchener, Waterloo, St. Jacobs and Elmira.

Along the way, you’ll visit communities we’ve built together, hear stories from our 25-year history and see how affordable housing is changing lives today. We’ll also look ahead to what’s next for Beyond Housing.

We’ll wrap up the tour with lunch and time together at the Elmira Legion.

Seats are limited, so register early! (Link is in the comments)