House to Home organization in Ottawa helps newcomers set up their lives
CTV
Refugees and some immigrants who arrive in Ottawa can come with nothing, and a local organization is working to help them build new lives by providing everything they need.
Refugees and some immigrants who arrive in Ottawa can come with nothing, and a local organization is working to help them build new lives by providing everything they need.
As the need for services grows, so does the need for donations to make that happen. Wilna Titeck and her family of three have been in Ottawa for only a few weeks, after moving from Cameroon.
"No stuff. Nothing," she said. "We just got the apartment and the apartment is empty."
New residents can come to House to Home, an organization in the Westgate Shopping Centre on Carling Avenue. From cups to plates, to chairs and brooms, all the essentials are provided.
"The table was very nice. Even the sofa (is) very nice," she said. "I really liked even the kitchen stuff."
The non-profit organization helps set up refugees and newly arrived immigrants who come from difficult circumstances.
Suzy Shore Sauvé says the goal is to give newcomers a chance to pick out gently used donated furniture and clothing, so they have what they need to start their lives here.
