2020 Holiday Drive for Mississauga

We're Going Virtual!



​To protect the health and safety of our communities, we will not be collecting Shoeboxes this year.

​We still very much need your help to make sure local women impacted by homelessness receive a special gift and feel supported by their community.  You can make a financial donation now, or stay tuned for more info on our virtual holiday campaign coming this Fall!
Questions? Email our team at mississauga@shoeboxproject.com

Homelessness in Mississauga

51.6%

According to Homeless Hub, 51.6% of single mothers living in Canada are low income.

12,630

In 2014, there were 12,630 households on the affordable housing wait list for Peel Region.

20%

20 per cent of youth in Peel Region live in poverty, but there are only 12 emergency beds for youth in the region.

Mississauga Local Coordinators
Linda Bruce & Denise Connolly

Linda and Denise are excited and proud to serve as Co-coordinators for the Mississauga Chapter of The Shoebox Project.  They are passionate about working with the community to help local women who find themselves in need. Receiving a gift sends a warm message that someone cares and that they are not alone.

​A small gesture makes a huge difference, even to a complete stranger.  Please email Linda and Denise at mississauga@shoeboxproject.com to get involved.

Our Shoeboxes go to Women Accessing the Following Agencies:

Angela’s Place
Armagh House
Cawthra Women Centre
Elliot Lake Shelter
Hamilton Shelter
Interim Place
Kingston Shelters
Mack House for Women 
Nova Vita
Peel Family Shelter
Rexdale Women’s Centre 
Salvation Army Cornerstone 
Salvation Army Erin Mills
Salvation Army Women’s Counselling Centre
Simcoe Shelters
Sistering
Thank you to all of our Generous Donors​​

In the News

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​We would like to thank the following companies and organizations for their generous financial support:

Tri Fit Inc.
RWTO Mississauga Branch
Apri Insurance Services Inc. 
Creative Edge Group Inc.
Lakeshore Corridor Community Team

A special thanks to: 

Alexandra Niit, Designer
For designing a beautiful card that will go into each Shoebox sharing a message of love, caring and hope.
Print Panther
For generously donating their time and resources to print the cards.

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!