ref·uge

/ˈrefˌyo͞oj,ˈrefˌyo͞oZH/

noun: a condition of being safe or sheltered from pursuit, danger, or trouble.

"God is our refuge and strength, an ever present help in trouble." Psalm 46:1

Since 1999, The Refuge has been working with youth who are experiencing homelessness or are at-risk of experiencing homelessness, or who are struggling.  More than just a place to find breakfast, lunch, showers, laundry facilities, access to clothing and personal hygiene products, as well as housing help, The Refuge is a place where youth can find community, safety, belonging and a renewed hope for their future.  

The vision of The Refuge is to see people restored to the truth that they are created in the image of God with gifts, abilities, the capacity to make positive decisions and to affect change in the world around them. We desire to see people reveal God’s glory through careful stewardship of their lives, communities, resources and relationships.

For Youth

Are you a youth wondering what type of things go on at The Refuge and how The Refuge might be able to help you?

For Community Members

Do you represent a business, community group, church or are you an individual interested in learning more about The Refuge and how you can help youth in our community?

2026 STATISTICS

Jan 1 –  Feb 28, 2026

178

unique youth served at The Refuge


2,048

meals and snacks served to youth

2,262

recorded program interactions

33

New youth (first time at The Refuge)

LAST YEAR'S STATISTICS

Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2024

575

different youth served at The Refuge

(4% increase over 2024 and 59% over 2022)

27,443
meals and snacks served to youth

(3% decrease over 2024)

14,817

recorded program interactions

(7% increase over 2024)

264

New youth (first time at The Refuge)


(15% increase over 2024)

The Refuge

357 Simcoe Street South

Oshawa, ON L1H 4J2

(p) 905-404-2420 (f) 905-404-1910

contactus@refugeoutreach.com