Thank You for your support!

Thank you to everyone who supported our Virtual Shoebox Drive in 2020! We are so grateful that we were able to provide gifts to local women impacted by homelessness during this particularly difficult time.

The drive is now over until next holiday season, but you can support our efforts all year long! 

Here's how you can help in the off-season:
100% of your donation will go toward purchasing gift cards and essentials for local women impacted by homelessness.
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​Questions? Email our team at: iqaluit@shoeboxproject.com

Homelessness in Iqaluit

$2,648

In 2018, the average monthly rent for a two-bedroom home in Iqaluit was $2, 648 dollars.

569

 In 2019, 569 people attempted to seek safety within one of five Family Violence Shelters in the territory.

38%

As of 2018, 38% of social housing tenants in Iqaluit were living in overcrowded conditions.

Our Local Coordinator
Jenna Chapman

To get involved, email us at: 
iqaluit@shoeboxproject.com
​Jenna has been involved as a volunteer with the organization since 2012. She started as a Local Coordinator with the St. Catharines, ON Shoebox Project and has volunteered with Head Office in Toronto. 
She is based in Toronto ON and has a management background in Corporate and Social Events. 
Jenna is thrilled to be bringing the Shoebox Project to the north!

Our Shoeboxes go to Women Accessing the Following Agencies:

Qimaavik Emergency Shelter
​Sivummut House Women's Homeless Shelter

Make a Shoebox

Each Shoebox is special and made unique with your personal touch. It's fun and rewarding and every Shoebox helps a woman experiencing homelessness remember that she is loved and valuable.

Become an Organizer

Making a Shoebox is a great activity to do with your friends, family, coworkers, or any other group of people in your life! Host a party and do something good. Every Shoebox counts!

Corporate Donations

Items or in-kind donations are gladly accepted and will be used to fill even more Shoeboxes. If your company would like to donate, please contact us. 

Spread the Word

We need help to spread the word in your community. Please consider giving us a shout out or sharing what you're doing on social media. It really helps!