Executive Director emckay@operationcomehome.ca I started working at Operation Come Home because I wanted to make a difference in the lives of at risk and homeless youth. I believe that marginalized youth have the same hopes and aspirations as all youth in society. It is my … Continue readingElspeth McKay
Director of Development lynda@operationcomehome.ca Ever since working at Operation Come Home, I have been able to see first-hand how beneficial support for at-risk youth can be. I’ve seen and helped clients get jobs, find homes or learn to cope with their personal problems on a … Continue readingLynda Franc
Outreach Support Staff katies@operationcomehome.ca At a young age we are taught to invest in our future. Working at Operation Come Home is my investment.
Manager of Administration ashleym@operationcomehome.ca I chose this field because I am fascinated by human social behaviour. I love working at Operation Come Home because it offers unique and innovative programming for youth not found elsewhere, the culture, environment and creativity, and especially, the youth.
“OCH actively engages youth in their process of change through innovative programming. If we can act as one of the many stepping stones in their fight for change, I feel privileged to be a part of the process.” OCH Staff – Jobs Matter
“Marginalized youth also have hopes, dreams and future aspirations, and it is my goal to ensure they believe in themselves, their abilities and their worth!” OCH Staff – Rogers Achievement Centre
“Having more responsibilities than other youth may face at this time in their life, I had to find the strength and motivation to commit myself. Operation Come Home, and specifically the Rogers Achievement Centre, has helped me make this possible by providing resources, flexible school … Continue readingTara Freeland
“Madness looms overhead like an eagle searching for prey. Slow as a turtle, sure as death. The path from darkness is long and painful. Twisting and turning to its hearts content. Remember, the light is always there.“
“I enjoy being part of Beadworks because it has given me something constructive and creative to do while out on the streets. I look forward to coming to OCH and working on jewelry instead of being stuck around hard drugs, crime, or negative people. Before … Continue readingJames F.
“I cannot begin to express how much OCH has truly helped and inspired me to be more than I ever thought I could be. When I first came to the drop in I was 17. I was addicted to several things, I had no home, … Continue readingJenna Beattie
