Report to the Community 2012 / 2013
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Report to the Community 2012 / 2013
A LOOK THROUGH the years… 1987 – Phoenix House opens its doors As a result of many young people being denied financial aid and housing, and living on the streets with no place to go, five community members began meeting in 1984 to discuss the city’s housing and youth homelessness crisis. St. Paul’s Home donates the use of their first property to Phoenix, and in February, 1987 Phoenix House welcomes 10 homeless youth in from the street. Amy Leon Jesse Mike Falon John Justin Jayme Annie Sash Taneille Deanne Dinah Andreko Rob Allison Jeff James Shea Meagen Jamie Crystal Mireille Keith Matt Melissa Becky Travis Zack Paula Stephan Mike Sean Dave Angela Crystal Sara Kelly Stephanie Janie Rob Stephanie Matt Jeff Daniel Jeff Chris Amanda Tiffany Laura Kora Rosella (Rosie) George Karen Stephanie Nick Kerry Cory Billy-Jay (BJ) Edgar (Ed) Stephanie Wendy Chris Blake John Anthony Ashley Candace Neal Sherrie Shelly Libby Justin Laurie Scott Tara Amanda David Tiffany Michael Dave Corie Paul Derryl Renee Justin Keith Corey Jonathon Charles Amanda Kevin Gavin Christina Bill April Rebecca (Beckie) Donald (Damier) Chantele Crystal John Jarrod Katheryn 2012 / 2013 Phoenix Donor Report Karynne Chris Alicia Jason Kayla Shaylyn Rob ig Karen Ryanne Cra Trevor Todd Brittany Kevin Mark Kevin Chris Marcus Dave Adam Jacey Stephanie Gordon Krista Alicia Michelle David Michael Melissa Emily Angena (Punkie) Amelia Philippe Tina Erica Sabrina dawn Nicole Danae Stephen Krista Tyler Barbra Kerrianne Wayne Tony Jonathon Mike Jessica Jeff Ashlee Scott Chris Nancy Bridge Antron (AJ) 2000 Shelly gives birth to her second child – another beautiful daughter. 2011 2007 2002 Prevention Program launches Phoenix re-branded with new logo and renamed Phoenix to celebrate the 20th anniversary – 20 Years of Hope. Donor Lionel Jackson opens a life insurance policy naming Phoenix as the beneficiary. 2012 2001 Phoenix Youth Shelter opens its doors Food for Phoenix Program launches Shelly begins working with Johnson Inc. on contract, and completes her general insurance license. She will remain employed with the company for the next 14 years. Phoenix Youth Outreach Program (PYOP) launches Phoenix Housing Support Program launches Phoenix Trusteeship Program launches Shelly comes back to Phoenix to say “thank you” to volunteers, donors and staff during Phoenix’s 25th anniversary celebration. Volunteer Verna Munroe receives Phoenix’s Devoted Service Award. 2001 Lionel Jackson, Phoenix supporter, brings his first gift of food to Phoenix House. Parent Support Program launches Phoenix Youth & Community Centre (PYCC) opens its doors Canadian Progress Club Halifax Cornwallis makes a $70,000 donation to Phoenix, bringing their cumulative contribution to over $1,000,000 in 24 years. 2009 Officially “Phoenix Youth Programs” Phoenix Community Choir takes flight Lionel Jackson passes away in December, leaving a $106,571 gift to Phoenix – the largest gift from an individual in the agency’s 25-year history. 2012 1988 1998 1999 Shelly graduates from Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) with a business diploma. 1991 Shelly gives birth to her first child – a beautiful baby girl. She continues night classes to acquire her high school completion certificate the following year. First Annual Celebrity Dreamscape 1998 Phoenix launches Health Services 1994 Shelly Newhook comes in from the streets and is one of the earliest residents to live at Phoenix House. Canadian Progress Club Halifax Cornwallis makes their first gift to Phoenix. The club will continue to support Phoenix as their charity of choice and volunteer with youth for the next 24 years. Phoenix Centre for Youth (PCFY) opens its doors First Annual Nutcracker Luncheon Follow Up Program launches Special Initiatives Program launches 1995 1988 Supervised Apartment Program (SAP) launches 1994 1992 Phoenix Learning and Employment Centre (PLEC) opens its doors Jade Matthew Charles Chantal Keith Melissa Chris Jenny Vincent Marco Samantha Elizabeth Cliff Paul Jolene Allan Faith Greg Niko Allen Andrea Jennifer Koral Robert Sarah Steven Thea ) Rebecca (Beckie Ian Karen (JP) Kyle Mike Mike Katie Christianne Jeff Jeremy Kyle Santana Jessica Paul John Amanda Jason HELPING DREAMS take FLIGHT M es s ag e f ro m t h e Chair o f the Board, D on n a A lteen a n d E x ec u t iv e D irec tor, Ti mothy Cro o k s F irstly, we must start by saying thank you to our many supporters. Your hard work and generosity help make our community a better place for everyone. It is our great honour and distinct pleasure to serve the Phoenix community this year and for the past 25 years. We are humbled each and every day by the strength and fortitude of Phoenix youth to reach for their dreams, and by the compassionate support offered by the 81 staff, 112 volunteers and almost 1,500 donors that make it all possible. We offer this year’s donor report in the spirit of gratitude and celebration of 25 years of Phoenix working in our community to make meaningful changes in the lives of young people. A heartfelt thank you as well to all three levels of government for 25 years of partnership focused on building vibrant communities where we can all work, live and thrive together. B oa r d o f D i r ec to rs 2 012 / 2013 Executive Directors Donna Alteen, Chair President Time + Space Media Judy Lavers Program Assistant, Health Canada Bob Fowler Retired Civil Servant Paul Miller Regional VP, Private Banking RBC Wealth Management Pat Bowes Area Sales Manager, Regus Canada Lydia Bugden, Past Chair Partner Stewart McKelvey Carol MacMillan Chief Financial Officer, The Shaw Group Andrew Murphy, Treasurer Chartered Accountant Heidi Leslie, Secretary Vice President, Legal & Regulatory Affairs Emera Energy Jennifer Heather Nicholas Marissa Tiffany Matt Roger Burrill Nova Scotia Legal Aid Nancy Rubin, Director Partner, Stewart McKelvey Louise Stringer-Warren Psychologist Michael DeVenney President, Bluteau DeVenney & Company Chris Marcus David James Erin Jessica Patricia Jason Jenny Elizabeth 1 Chris Jeremy Anna Gayle Michael Ronni 1987 since 2 5t h An n iv ers ary E v en t T he year 2012 marked an important milestone for Phoenix – our 25th anniversary. That’s 25 years of helping homeless and at-risk youth to “rise above.” It’s 300 months of fundraising and government partnership. It’s 9,125 days of bed making, and countless hot meals, smiles and fresh starts. In October 2012, over 400 members of the Phoenix community, past and present, came together to celebrate this momentous event. Our staff and youth members shared stories, laughter, and tears. No words can truly express our gratitude for your caring and commitment. Over the past 25 years, your generosity has made a difference in thousands of young lives. Thank you! (l to r) Darren Howie, Donna Alteen, Minister Denise Petersen-Rafuse, Kayla “Phoenix gave me the courage and faith in myself for a better life. They cared, and they believed in me, and encouraged me to see the potential I had. I can honestly attribute turning my life around and becoming the person I am today to Phoenix.” – Shelly, former Phoenix youth Janet Donohue, volunteer 2 Daniel Daniel Amer Abdoul Said Homa Steven Brian Brain Coral Daniel Herbert James Shea Sally Jimmy Lucas Melissa Claudia George Moses Shane Sara Anthony DONOR WALL of fame S t. Pau l’ s H o m e Can adian P ro g res s Clu b For 25 years, St. Paul’s Home has been a constant source of Since the beginning, Phoenix and support and generosity. Each year St. Paul’s Home donates the the Canadian Progress Club (CPC) use of four Phoenix properties: Halifax Cornwallis have shared • Phoenix House (1987) the same mission – to help young • Phoenix Centre for Youth (1994) people who are lost, frightened • Phoenix Youth Shelter (2001) and alone. CPC Halifax Cornwallis is the largest and most loyal • Independent Living Home (2007) financial donor in Phoenix’s 25-year history, contributing over one Thank you, St. Paul’s Home! Without your continued contribution million dollars since 1988. Thank you to the tireless club members our work wouldn’t be possible. – your dedication and generosity is nothing short of life-changing. 2 5 th ann i v er s a ry s pec i a l g i f t s RBC Foundation doubled their commitment to the Phoenix Community Choir by making a $20,000 gift in our 25th year, ensuring that the music lives on. For the last 14 years, the Flemming Charitable Foundation has helped Phoenix feed thousands of hungry youth – donating over $250,000 to date. Members of the Flemming Family J&W Murphy Foundation made a $125,000 pledge over five years in honour of Greg Simpson. In his many years with Phoenix, Greg served as treasurer, vice-chair, and chair on the Phoenix board of directors and continues his involvement today. In honour of our silver anniversay, trustee members Anne Jackman and Deborah Woolway both made $2,500 pledges over five years during Phoenix’s 25 for 25 Campaign. Time + Space Media, owned by Phoenix board chair, Donna Alteen, has generously committed $25,000 over five years. 25 3 Brian Demetrois (Jim) Curtis Glen Mike Lynette Ali Chris Courtney Mark Shaun Alaa Jamil Ali Dele Cheryl Glen Jessika Joclynn Mike Paul Terri Thomas James Alexandra I LEARNED it’s OK to make MISTAKES C R Y S TA L – A F O R M E R P H O E N I X Y O U T H ’ S S T O R Y At age 16, Crystal was homeless and sleeping under a slide in a Spryfield playground. “W 4 Rodney hen I think about the nights that I spent sleeping at the playground in Spryfield, it seems like a dream to me. But at the time it felt like my only option. The place where I once played as a child quickly became a very lonely, cold, and scary place to be. Nobody should have to experience that. “I was 16 when I was kicked out of my house and turned to the streets. My family and I were constantly fighting and I struggled to get along with my stepfather. I had tried living between my mother and father’s homes, but the way I was living simply wasn’t working for any of us, and I quickly learned the street wasn’t an option, either. “Fortunately, during a visit to the QEII, a counselor had given me information about Phoenix. As scared as I was, I finally reached out for help. It turned out to be the best thing I ever did. “The staff at Phoenix helped me to find temporary shelter, and after a month I moved into Phoenix House. Over the next nine years I benefitted from many Phoenix programs, including the Learning & Employment Centre, the Supervised Apartment Program, and participated in activities offered through the Special Initiatives Program like Stephanie Lindsay Candace Jarek Matthew Mike Mike Cassidy Cheyenne Julia art, kayaking, and hiking. One of the biggest things I learned from the staff was that it was okay to make mistakes. They taught me how to look to the future. They also helped me deal with a lot of emotional turmoil in my life including the tragic loss of my father to alcoholism. “The Phoenix staff and volunteers have also supported me in the most important step in my life – helping me to become a wonderful mother to my son Kyle, 10, who is growing up much faster than I’d like! Kyle and I have been living on our own since he was born and he’s doing very well in school. Designed for young parents, the Phoenix’s Parenting Support Program played a huge role in helping us achieve this success. “Without Phoenix and the people who support Phoenix, I truly don’t know where I’d be today. But because of them, I am confident and proud of the person and mother I have become. “I am proud to say I went back to school and got my GED, completed a diploma program, and I am now a tourism-certified professional housekeeping room attendant at the Atlantica Hotel. It’s important to me to work for an employer who gives back to non-profit programs like the one who helped me. It feels great.” Crystal, now 30, is a Phoenix graduate. She remains a vocal supporter of the work Phoenix does and is happy to share her message of hope with everyone she meets. Julia Kennethy Teyrell Andrew bruce Nichele Chris Julia Matthew Nicole Robert Let’s come together as a community to show these youth that we care, and to provide them with the support they need to find hope. Let’s believe that things can be different for them. – Crystal fast fact Phoenix operates the only youth shelter in the region. 5 Danielle Ellen Evan Judy Tamara Scott Sara John Paul Raymond Carole Robert (joey) Jim Stephen Stephen Erin Lesley (Scott) James Dave Darrel James Marty Amanda dynamic CHAMPIONS co mmu n it y s u pport S tudents at Auburn Drive High School recognize the importance of lending a helping hand and building community spirit. Created by youth, for youth, the annual Mascot Showdown has raised over $2,700 for Phoenix since 2010. The friendly competition attracts participants from roughly nine high schools in the HRM. Dressed in full costume, the school mascots deliver highenergy performances — all to win the crowd’s affection and the coveted Best Mascot title belt. The goal? Raise money and create awareness about Phoenix while having a blast. Each year, the student council dreams up bigger ideas and higher fundraising goals. They hope that bringing in celebrity hosts and guest performances will help make 2013 a record-breaking year. The Mascot Showdown is a fun event with an important message – when youth support youth, we’re all winners. 6 Alacia Michelle Shawna Amanda Chris Roger John Ronald Tanya Brandon Teah W hen TELUS says, “the future is friendly,” they mean it. Passionately committed to building healthy, sustainable communities, the generous folks at TELUS are taking an active role in creating a friendlier world – starting with youth. Since 2009, TELUS has contributed over $78,000 in support of youth programming and special events at Phoenix. This programming is crucial in helping youth to build the confidence, self-esteem, and experiences needed to succeed and become independent. But TELUS’ contribution goes well beyond simply writing a cheque. The local TELUS team have dedicated countless hours to fundraising, event planning, and even weeding the Phoenix House garden. Thank you, TELUS, for showing us the future can be friendly. Chelsey frank Abdulla Mbayi Bobby Jimm y Kyle Leslie Luc Rayall Selena Tyler Andrew With the generous support from Chester + Company, Phoenix has strengthened our online presence, making it easier for youth and community stakeholders to find the help and information they seek. Chester + Company donated their time and talent – a value of over $10,000 – to redesign our website, which launched in October 2012. The result? A visually stunning website that’s engaging and easy to navigate. Thank you for helping us share our important message online. Check out our new website at phoenixyouth.ca L ionel Jackson had two true passions in his lifetime: sports and helping Phoenix youth. Growing up in the Depression, Lionel understood what it meant to go without. He hated to see people suffer; and, in 1995, he began giving back to the community by providing Phoenix with donations of food and money. Lionel was an iconic face around sporting events in Nova Scotia. Being an avid hockey fan, he formed relationships with the American Hockey League and the QMJHL. He managed various teams, and his dedication to the sport allowed him to brush elbows with the greats like Gretzky and Crosby. Sports changed Lionel’s life and he sought to share that passion. He would often remark about the youth at Phoenix, “They’re not bad kids. If only they could find sports like I did.” Lionel passed away in December 2012 and left a $106,571 gift for Phoenix. Phoenix is humbled by his incredible generosity, and we’re dedicated to continue Lionel’s legacy of helping youth lead fulfilling lives. John Jamie Jennifer Jonathan Austin Matthew (Matt) Irene Alex Eric Jacob Scott I n an effort to help bring at-risk and homeless youth in from the cold, Bicycles Plus organized a unique winter fundraiser. Hit the Deck, an 8-hour outdoor spin-a-thon, raised over $2,000 for Phoenix and helped promote yearround cycling. On February 8, 2013, 15 cyclists braved a powerful nor’easter storm to take part in the fundraiser. The cyclists completed a grueling 8-hour workout in support of Phoenix, while spectators warmed up with Java Blend coffee and flaky croissants from Two If By Sea. All coffee sales were also donated to the cause. As Adam from Bicycles Plus so joyfully put it, the fundraiser proved that though “rain or shine, or mountains of snow,” both charity and outdoor cycling are possible. Thank you, Bicycles Plus, for braving the cold in support of youth. We’re looking forward to Hit the Deck 2014! Yolanda Alexis Andrea Karly Matt David Jonathan Brad Darren Jason (Jay) Lisa Nathan EARNING CONFIDENCE THROUGH BETTER MONEY MANAGEMENT. Priceless. THE PHOENIX TRUSTEESHIP PROGRA M M oney management is tough at the best of times. But when you’re young, working a low-income job, and living on your own for the first time (while grappling with issues like addiction, mental illness, and emotional distress), it seems downright impossible. Thankfully, Phoenix has a solution. Initiated in November, 2012, the Phoenix Trusteeship Program has been highly successful. The goal is simple – help youth find and secure long-term housing by learning the principles of smart money management. The program aims to prevent eviction, increase independent living skills, and has even helped some participants to start a savings program. One youth was overjoyed to go from struggling with addition and debt to saving over $600 dollars. U n i q ue wo r k s h o ps m ak e learn in g fu n The trusteeship program has developed and facilitated workshops for all Phoenix’s residential programs and covers topics like credit, credit reports, debt management, banking, and budgeting. The program facilitators work largly one-on-one with the youth to help them achieve their goals. A youth participant said, “By talking to Lindsay and allocating money appropriately, I have been able to develop an awareness of Bu ildi n g t h e f o u n dat i o n for fu tu re g row th The Phoenix Trusteeship Program is all about empowerment. By learning how to prepare monthly budgets and improve money management skills, youth feel empowered to face future challenges and set long-term objectives. While the financial benefits of this program are quantifiable, the emotional benefits – like gaining pride, security, and independence – are priceless. responsible priorities during budgeting, allowing me to have a more balanced quality of life.” 8 Cole Darin Matthew Jaszmine Mike Charlene Angela David Caroline Nicolle Alan Dominic Danielle Desmond Jason eilidh Jessica Patricia Micheal Nadine Chris Matthew PHOENIX connects THE P h o en ix Yo u th Ou treac h P ro g ram T he Phoenix Youth Outreach Program has one overarching goal – find and connect with HRM youth “where they are” – both geographically and emotionally. Launched in September 2012, the outreach program works with young people who are not currently accessing community-based services or getting the specific services they need. Youth receive support, while also learning how to build life-skills, enhance their self-esteem, and develop healthy relationships. Building Mulgrave Three youth earned valuable employment skills last summer by completing a seven-week paid internship. Supported by Phoenix staff and the Metro Regional Housing Authority, the youth participants received job coaching, mentoring, and workplace skill development training. P ho e nix Yo u t h & Co mm un i t y C entre The Phoenix Youth & Community Centre, located in Mulgrave Park, is one of Phoenix’s best tools for encouraging community engagement. Visitors to the centre enjoy activities based on their talents and interests – all while learning new skills through hands-on programming. L e t ’s M a k e i t H a p p e n As many of our donors and support staff know, there’s no better feeling than giving back to your community. Last summer, a group of youth from Mulgrave Park learned that feeling firsthand. Supported by Phoenix, the all-youth action team worked alongside the Metro Regional Housing Authority to revitalize a community basketball court – a project requiring a great deal of commitment and teamwork. For participants, the project strengthened confidence and opened doors. Youth were proud to contribute to their community while serving as positive role models for their young neighbours. Better yet, they made connections to employers and community agencies – a slam-dunk for everyone involved! 9 Mike Josh Leanna Andrew Cindy Chenal Jeannette Latonya Natasha Shawn Shyna Tyson Danielle (danny) Jonathan Scott Anthony Alex Cory Dorthy Matt Kelly Phil Soaring ON HIS OWN R YA N At age 14, Ryan’s family life was highly unstable. “Home” was an emotionally damaging place where he constantly lived in fear. “M y safety was an issue and the way I was living was taking an emotional toll on me. For a short time, I was fortunate to have a close family friend who opened their home and their heart to me, but I couldn’t stay there forever. “My social worker helped me apply to Phoenix and I moved in as I was finishing up grade 10. There were lots of challenges for me, being young and shy. It was pretty stressful at first, but as time went on, I began to feel more and more at ease. Before long, I became involved with some of the other things that were going on at Phoenix, and things really started to take off! “I joined the Phoenix Community Choir in September 2011 and performed with the Bishop’s University Singers in Lennoxville, Quebec. It was incredible, being part of a project with people who are so different from me and from all walks of life who were all working together toward one goal. “I will always remember the moment I first stood on stage and performed to an audience of over 500 people. It was so cool. I thought nothing could ever top that!” “Then last year, one of the staff encouraged me to participate in street soccer. I worked my way up to play nationally in the Homeless World Cup held in Mexico last fall year. It was absolutely amazing! “Phoenix did much more than give me a safe place to live. They’ve helped me to succeed by being behind me, beside me, and in front of me from day one, every step of the way.” Today, Ryan is working hard to keep his marks up as he graduates since he’s been accepted to Bishop’s University this fall, while still working part-time and maintaining his extracurricular commitments. He’s mature, independent, confident and goal-oriented – words he never would have used to describe himself before Phoenix. It’s supporters like you that make Ryan’s success possible. 10 Vanessa hris Andrew C Chris Eric s) Joanne (Jewel Nicole Michael James (Fred) Jason Anthony Bobby Scherice Ian Dana Amanda Amanda Amanda Anthony R obyn Clarence “Phoenix did much more than give me a safe place to live.” – Ryan 11 Yacob (Jacob) Matt Lindsay Tom Danny Jason Loren (Fanie) Sokari Zantiesha (Shannon) Talia Klaudia Matthew Daniel Nicole Caitlin Jennifer Tina Will Joel Lisa Adam CELEBRATING kindness o pen h earts an d helpin g han ds T h e P h o en i x C h urch Co mmit tee In 2000, the Phoenix Centre for Youth (PCFY) had a shoestring budget and countless mouths to feed. Volunteers Elizabeth Brown and Verna Munroe couldn’t stand to see young people go hungry, so they went from church to church gathering support from the various congregations, and the Phoenix Church Committee and Food for Phoenix Program was born. Recognizing the important connection between healthy nourishment and healthy individuals, members of the church committee have collected enough nutritious snacks for PCFY to last every week of every year for the past 12 years. Food for Phoenix is an essential program that wouldn’t be possible without Verna Munroe and the Phoenix Church Committee. Thank you! In 1987, a group of dedicated individuals started a group home to support vulnerable youth. From these humble beginnings, Phoenix has grown and strengthened. Our committed and caring volunteers are still the core of our organization. Ab o ut V er n a Mu n ro e Verna Munroe is kindness personified and synonymous with the Phoenix Church Committee. For over a decade, she has spearheaded the membership and tirelessly rallied the faith community to support Phoenix youth. To recognize her many incredible achievements, Verna received Phoenix’s Devoted Service Award in 2009 – the first in Phoenix’s history. “It’s the staff, the kids… I come from the centre feeling lighter – feeling good. There’s so much to be proud of being involved with Phoenix.” 12 Amanda Anna Kelly Mike Patricia-Lynn Brittany Meagen Alaina Amber Dawn Tammy Phil Kara Katrina Brittlyn Br ad Kevin Mark Scott Jeff Melissa Jess ica John Daniel “Whatever you give to Phoenix as a volunteer you receive back one hundred fold. You receive so much back for your efforts and involvement – it’s a great gift.” (l to r) Jim Warren, Louise Stringer-Warren, and friends Joyce & Lloyd King Lo u i s e S t r i n g er Wa r r en Louise has both an open mind and an open heart when it comes to assisting youth in crisis. It is her life’s work as well as her passion. As a child psychologist with a background in community services, child protection, adoption, education, and mental health, Louise witnesses the impact Phoenix makes firsthand. Louise has been extensively involved with Phoenix since 1998. In addition to her generous monetary contributions, Louise selflessly donates her time and expertise. Her leadership on the Phoenix Board of Directors for two years and on the Board of Trustees for seven years has been invaluable. Louise is also a past member of the Nutcracker Committee and currently serves on the Phoenix Church Committee helping to fundraise and secure food donations. Louise’s involvement makes the work we do possible. Thank you, Louise, for all that you do! T revor M cCo rmick When it comes to helping youth, Trevor McCormick isn’t afraid to roll up his sleeves and get his hands dirty. Trevor is a respiratory therapist by trade, but he moonlights on weekends as Phoenix’s own one-man maintenance team. From gardening, to carpentry, to hosting “how-to” repair tutorials, Trevor does it all. “Trevor could fix the same hole one hundred times and still have a smile on his face,” jokes Reshmu, Phoenix’s Volunteer Coordinator. By graciously donating his time and talents, Trevor keeps Phoenix’s properties safe and sound at a minimal cost, enabling critical funds to be invested in youth programming. Thank you, Trevor! Reshmu George and Trevor McCormick 13 Randall Mikea John Kelly Jonathon Michael Matt Emily Rod Marcie Guy Jason Reya Ashley Billy Jezzelda Joey Amanda Kelly Ivan Angela Felicia Mike Monte FINDING home t h e P h o en i x Ho u s in g Su pport P ro g ram S everal years ago Phoenix’s housing support staff noticed an alarming trend. Despite their best efforts to help youth find housing, many struggled and quickly fell back into the shelter system. When asked why, youth cited eviction, financial problems, and poor living conditions as leading causes. To break the cycle of homelessness, you must first get at its roots. The Phoenix Housing Support Program was designed to do just that. Working in harmony with counterparts in mental health and addictions, the program helps youth as they transition from emergency or unsafe housing to independent living. Youth also receive continued housing support as they tackle future goals. “Through the assistance of the shelter rent subsidy program, the youth I work with are able to get apartments in areas where they want to live, with landlords and property managers that are fair and reputable.” – Donna MacDougall, Housing B u i l di n g a s t ur dy fo u n dation The program helps youth gain independence by building a solid foundation for success. In addition to finding housing, necessary training in money management, proactive planning, and conflict resolution is provided. Knowing that Phoenix is watching over them and ready to assist if needed, fewer youth return to the streets. “Conducting home visits and providing support and open communication with landlords has all proven a beneficial aspect of this project,” explains Donna MacDougall, Phoenix Housing Support Worker. Support Worker at Phoenix A b r i g h t er f ut u re ahead The Phoenix Housing Support Program has been a massive success. By addressing the core challenges, the program keeps youth off the streets and in pursuit of other goals. Donna is proud of the youth who complete the program. “Many are now working towards goals of continued education and employment, and managing mental health and addictions. With ongoing support and encouragement, they’re not only working towards a better life, they’re realizing one.” 14 Nicole Sarah Matthew Milana Leette John Michelle Virginie Jennifer Lahia Shelley Christine Dan Patrick Sarah Susan Stephanie Chad P am Hicham Matthew Alicia Allan Main Reasons Youth Leave Home: Abuse & Neglect Top 8 Causes of Homelessness 70% [1] Lack of affordable, adequate, and suitable housing of homeless youth have been abused [2] Lack of supportive housing options and programs [3] Poverty – lack of income and adequate employment [4] Eviction [5] Housing discrimination [6] Family breakdown and violence [7] Mental health and other health issues [8] Addiction Top 10 Reasons Homeless Youth Struggle to Find Employment [1] Lack of formal training and job experience [2] Lack of reliable transportation [3] Unstable housing leads to missed shifts [4] Inexperience with work culture [5] Lack of confidence in their ability due to lack of support Youth make up one-third [6] Undiagnosed mental health issues or inadequate of Canada’s homeless support for mental illnesses population – that’s over [7] Employer stigma 65,000 [8] Lack of education [9] Employers can’t offer the kind of support young people without a place to call home. youth need [10] Lack of proper ID Source: Raising the Roof (www.raisingtheroof.org) 15 Alton Andrew (Keagan Miller) Ashley Charthine Chelsea James josh Kayla Keagan Michael Shelly Jack Benadette (Buffy) Kysha Cairen (Cary) Blake Lori Anne latisha PHOENIX is a FAMILY CHRIS Growing up, Chris felt like he had little direction and no place to turn. After leaving his mom’s house at age 15, he was on his own. His aunt and uncle took him in, but they had their own family obligations and lived miles from Chris’s school. “I was in a very bad situation. I was dealing with a lot of trauma and anxiety from my past experiences, and felt I had nowhere to go. “I talked to my social worker and she mentioned Phoenix’s Supervised Apartment Program (SAP). She assured me that it was a supportive place to live, close to school, and that I would make lots of new friends. “I felt at home the minute I stepped through the door. I knew that Phoenix had a goal and it was to make sure that I was safe, secure, and succeeding. “I had so much support! The program provided me with resources and guidance which taught me to live independently. Not only did I learn how to budget, pay bills, cook, clean, and save money, but I learned a lot about myself. I learned to be responsible and practical, and to shop smart. I also learned that I’m a total neat freak! “I’ve made new friends across other Phoenix programs too, and we’ve done some pretty cool things together. When we were camping over the summer, as everyone gathered around the fire, they would be smiling, laughing, and I would stop to think that this is a blessing – how Phoenix is here to change lives. How they can make negative thoughts disappear. They give you what you need to be happy. “Phoenix Health Services has also given me a huge boost by providing me with counselling and helping me find a new doctor, apply for a health card, and navigate the healthcare system. I’ve learned to cope with loss and feelings of neglect, and I’m now pushing past the trauma of my past. “For the first time in my life I no longer feel weak. I finally feel confident that I can stand on my own two feet, and take care of myself. I’m on the road to success and Phoenix is guiding me there.” Today, Chris is studying in the Business Administration program at NSCC – a goal he never thought he’d reach. With Phoenix’s help Chris now has the skills and support he needs to build a bright future. 16 William Brittaney ) Aaron (Ajax Everett Natasha Brian Lisa Kristen Sean Genevieve Benoit (Ben) Bobby-Sue James John Joseph Kevin Mike Nadine Angela cory Mary Mary “I felt at home the minute I stepped through the door. I knew that Phoenix had a goal and it was to make sure that I was safe, secure, and succeeding.” – Chris fast fact Phoenix sees over 1000 youth annually through our 12 programs and services. 17 Bitaw Amanda Deanna Audette Glen Jason Derek Krista Fantanesh Catherine Selena Travis Rachele (Shelly) Ashley Latesha Brandon Eric Tera Dele Matthew Kandice Cory I BELIEVE that a BETTER TOMORROW is possible S taff reflec tion Darren Howie believes that every youth has potential – a philosophy that’s inspired his 21-year career with Phoenix. From his early years on the frontline to his current role as Assistant Coordinator, Independent Living Program, Darren’s passion and dedication have made him an invaluable member of the Phoenix team. “I n my time with Phoenix, I have witnessed many youth accomplish incredible things that may have seemed out of reach, even impossible at one point in time. Things like obtaining employment, completing high school or upgrading high school marks. Attending postsecondary education. Developing healthy eating habits and a hopeful sense of ‘I can do this’. “I’ve witnessed youth develop an ever-increasing sense of self-confidence and pride to replace feelings of defeat and hopelessness. “Every now and then, a youth who had an experience with Phoenix phones to say ‘hello’ and ‘thank you’ to the Phoenix staff. It reminds me how very, very important it is for staff to always remain mindful, positive, supportive, and respectful. It also reminds me how important it is for youth 18 e Charlen Doug Ian Jessica John Krista Kyle Meaghan Nicole Steven John Kerri Lyn to have a place like Phoenix that is able to provide a positive and caring environment that offers a perspective that may vary from the perspective(s) that are more common in their worlds. “Youth of Phoenix are caring, kind, and thoughtful. They are capable beyond what others may see on the surface, and it inspires me that I am able to be but a small part of someone’s life-changing moments. “I believe that a better tomorrow is possible on many levels. I also believe that for many youth, the first step towards a better tomorrow is possible with a connection to Phoenix. The work of Phoenix and my role within Phoenix makes me feel hopeful about our future.” Well respected by staff and youth alike, Darren’s leadership motivates and inspires those around him to be the very best they can be. Thank you, Darren! Dan Andrew Murray Jason Steven Dave Brian Daniel Scott Dust an Dylan Leo years of service Reshmu George Volunteer and Student Placement Programs Coordinator 5 years Heather Farthing Coordinator PCFY 8 years Steve Perkins Key Worker – Phoenix House 8 years Sandi Jagger Coordinator, Independent Living Program 10 years Carol Anne Smith Donor Relations and Communications Officer 6 years Anne Laybolt Senior Development Officer 3 years Crystal Cowie Director of Development 3 years Kim Morvan Events Manager 2 years DeRico Symonds Community Outreach Worker 1 year Mike Butler Director of Operational Support 19 years Andy Wallingham Case Manager PCFY 5 years Cathy Boyce Key Worker Phoenix Shelter 2 years Tiffany Silver Key Worker Phoenix Shelter 6 years Simon Abbott Musical Program Coordinator 2 years Clayton Jenna Shana Stephani e Wade Andell Felicia Gina Fiona McAdam Clinical Therapist, Prevention 5 years Justin Chantele Cassandra Darren Dean Alison Little Clinical Therapist, Prevention 25 years Michelle Poirier Acting Coordinator PCFY 8 years Gisele Carpenter Case Manager PCFY 7 years 19 Mike Erin Rob Jonathon Mireille Haley Tyler Jay Kris Sarah Tanya MAKING DREAMS possible P h o en ix s ig n atu re ev en ts A t Phoenix, fundraising events are critical to our ongoing success. In fact, our signature events accounted for 21 per cent of funds raised in 2012, while also helping to spread critical awareness about our programs and services. To our generous supporters – our sponsors, donors, event attendees, and volunteers alike – cheers to another record-setting year! N u tc r ack er M ag ic The annual Phoenix Nutcracker Luncheon is a treasured hallmark of the holiday season, and 2012 marked its 22nd anniversary. For the 14th consecutive year, Maritimes & Northeast Pipeline was the presenting sponsor. More than 800 people attended the sold-out luncheon at the Halifax World Trade and Convention Centre. Entertainment included keynote speeches from Phoenix youth and a one-of-a-kind performance by the Phoenix Community Choir and Symphony Nova Scotia. This event continues to grow year after year. Because of generous donors like you, the 2012 Nutcracker Luncheon raised over $80,000 — tripling its net revenue for Phoenix in just three short years. The holidays are known as a time for giving, and the Nutcracker Luncheon embodies the spirit of the season. “I couldn’t even imagine where I might be today if I didn’t receive the help and support from Phoenix. The staff have been nothing but positive influences in my life since day one. I’m now proud of the person I’ve become.” Michael DeVenney, Co-Chair, Phoenix Nutcracker Luncheon – Amy 20 Lindsay Jennifer Peter Robert Adam Trevor Scott Scott Jesse (Ian) Ryan Serena Meline Carson David Gary Elena Travis Donald Robin Alicia Edward (Ed0 Joe William Ryan “I dream of getting my education and having a place to finally call my own.” Amanda “I dream of a drama-free life, where my son can grow up happy and worryfree.” James “I dream to one day break free of created systematic poverty, no dirt and still fresh, clean.” Katelyn “I dream of a world without social classification.” Jimmy “I dream about completing a diploma in business management at NSCC.” Haley “I dream of travelling around the world and helping those in less fortunate countries.” Jessica “I dream of true love.” D r ea m s c a pe 2 0 1 2 A safe place to sleep. A nutritious meal. Clean clothes. Someone who actually cares. While many of us take these basic comforts for granted, to homeless youth they seem like mere dreams. At Phoenix, we believe that youth deserve to dream bigger. And that’s what Dreamscape is all about. On May 4, 2012, more than 400 Phoenix supporters gathered for the 13th annual Dreamscape fundraiser. Copresented by MICCO Companies and Clearwater Seafoods Ltd. since year one, the 2012 headline performers included Stuart McLean (an annual favourite), Kim Dunn, Bruce and Dylan Guthro, Reeny Smith and the Hallelujah Praise Choir, the Sounds of Motown with Sam Moon, the Phoenix Community Choir, the late Rita MacNeil, and the late Raylene Rankin. This was one of Raylene’s last public performances before she passed away in October. Accompanied by the Hallelujah Praise Choir and the Phoenix Community Choir, she sang “Rise Again” – a moving choice given Phoenix’s mission is to help youth rise above. 21 Amanda Alex Elliot Ashley David Maurice Stanley Shawn Jennifer Mike Caitlin Devin Jeff Kristopher Leon Morgan Ocean Natasha Maurice Dan Alana Brandon Cheryl PHOENIX TAUGHT ME not to ACCEPT FAILURE K A I T LY N In her early teens, Kaitlyn’s parents gave her little attention. She was left alone to deal with the angst of teenage life and an undiagnosed mental disorder. “M 22 Christa y parents divorced, and neither had room for me and my ‘issues’ in their lives. Instead I was tossed around foster homes, often referred to as ‘that problem child.’ “What no one knew, including me, was that I was undiagnosed borderline personality disorder. So instead of receiving help at a young age, I was passed around. “I had come to the city at age 17, and after a few short weeks I was running out of places to couch hop. I had a fulltime job working backshift at McDonald’s but, with no place to rest my head, I knew I couldn’t keep my job for long. A friend told me about Phoenix. What choice did I have? Go, or be homeless. So off I went. “I arrived at the shelter cold and hungry. And afraid. The staff were so inviting and genuinely concerned with my well-being, right from the start. They made sure I had everything I needed. “Accommodations were made for me since I was working, and with their support I was able to save up my money and get my own apartment. “It’s amazing what it does for a person’s self-esteem when you have a key that fits into a door that you can call home. Craig Fallon Gary James Jean Josie Kenny Lana Mason “It was only after I made connections with staff at the Phoenix Centre for Youth and began regularly seeing the health services nurse did I get the right treatment and guidance needed with my medical condition. “Through the Special Initiatives Program, Phoenix also helped me do things I only dreamed of as a little girl. They made it possible for me to participate in extracurricular activities and attend events that I could never afford. These opportunities not only drew me out of my shell in my social life, but in my work life as well. “And because of the programs offered at the Phoenix Learning and Employment Centre (PLEC), I was able to participate in the three trades and employability programs. I earned my power industrial truck operator, aerial lift fall arrest, and confined spaces tickets – all of which will help me with my future employment. “After years of struggle I finally began to move forward. “Each step I make towards being the person I want to be, Phoenix is behind me 100 per cent of the way, keeping me focused on my goals. “In the past six years I have grown so much. I’m closer now than ever to being the person I know I can be. Phoenix has taught me to not accept failure, that when something doesn’t work it’s just life giving you another opportunity to learn and take a different path.” Matt Nathaniel Nathanel (Nate) Patricia RJ Scott Sh erry Tam i Tara Wayne Wendy Shauna Crys tal Kathrine “It’s amazing what it does for a person’s selfesteem when you have a key that fits into a door that you can call home.” – Kaitlyn With all that she’s learned from her time with Phoenix, Kaitlyn is now keen to enrol in the Women Unlimited program at NSCC and work towards a career in trades and technology. Today, Kaitlyn’s future looks bright. She has a sense of direction and the confidence to conquer any obstacle. No longer scared and alone, Kaitlyn knows that Phoenix is with her all of the way. It’s stories like these – stories of triumph against all odds – that inspire our donors to give generously. Thank you! fast fact Phoenix operates the only youth focused employment center in Nova Scotia 23 Mike Andrew Mitch Jason Melanie Rebecca Rebecca Amanda Beth Dustin Brian Ryan Bill Jordan James chad Lindsey Rodney Marshal Sarah Suzanne Trerri The Big Picture Fund Development Report Financial gifts Churches 2.25% United Way 1.91% We have achieved so much this past year and over the past 25 Schools 0.38% years through donations from an incredible network of family, Corporations 10.59% friends, foundations, service clubs, churches, and corporations. Individuals 29.98% Thanks to your continued generosity, we are pleased to share that we have reached our fund raising goal of $795,000 this past year. Service Clubs 11.22% But this number only tells part of the story. $844,571 Outlined here is the breakdown of the big picture of giving to Phoenix. One is the financial gifts we receive that make up our fundraising goal each year but what would we be without four of our buildings, a website to share the message, clean socks, bus Special Events 21.22% Foundations 22.45% tickets, Christmas stockings, personal care items, food, clothing, and other vital necessities that are donated every year as in-kind items. The second graph represents the full picture of giving this past year: 1,441 people making 2,650 gifts totalling $1,614,291. We are truly humbled by the commitment and passion to help youth Financial gifts & Gifts of Goods in Kind rise above that each one of these donations represents – this success belongs to you! THANK YOU! United Way 1.05% Phoenix continues to be grateful for the continued and new Schools 0.22% support that we receive from all three levels of government, all whom have been integral partners since our inception. Individuals 18.83% Churches 25.74% Unfortunately the need has never been greater for the services of Phoenix. We are proud to be a leader in the field providing new and innovative programs like the community choir, outreach, $1,614,291 housing support, and trusteeship program, all making significant Foundations 13.30% impact to help youth live independent and fulfilling lives. The value Corporations 7.63% and importance of stable government support is also absolutely key to this success. Service Clubs 5.88% We hope we can continue to count on your support as our Special Events 27.34% fundraising goal for the 2013–2014 year has increased by 9 per cent in order to provide our current continuum of programs and services. If you are interested in receiving Phoenix’s audited financial statements, please contact us and we would be please to send you a copy. 24 Marco Chris Christine Sarah Ashley Evan Thomas Tracy Jake Jeff Beth Eric Rhonda Curt Stephen Dedire Cory Robert Andrew Amanda Kila Adam Chris Crystan DONOR WALL OF hope Dreamer Lionel Jackson 18 St. Paul’s Home 25 Visionary Halifax Cornwallis Progress Club Charitable Foundation 24 Leaders Clearwater Seafoods Ltd. 21 Estate of Patrick Power 7 Flemming Charitable Foundation 14 Halifax Youth Foundation 25 J. & W. Murphy Foundation Mary Lynk Medavie Health Foundation MICCO Companies 12 RBC Foundation 6 TELUS 4 The Home Depot Canada Foundation William & Elizabeth Apold 7 Benefactors Bluteau DeVenney & Company 13 CBC Radio Canada Chester & Company CIBC Head Office Jim & Anne Hanlon 6 Maritimes & Northeast Pipeline 3 Pengrowth Corporation 5 RCR Hospitality Group 7 Royal LePage Shelter Foundation 3 Shaw Communications Inc. Sound Systems Plus TD Bank Financial Group 3 WestJet 3 Patrons Anonymous Best Buy 3 Brandes Investment Partners & Co. Credit Union Atlantic Desjardins Financial Security 3 Funtastic Used Clothing 4 Halifax Optometry Clinic, Inc. / Insight Optometry Group 6 Imperial Oil Foundation 8 MAN Investments Maple Trade Finance Inc. 3 National Bank of Canada Nova Scotia Department of Communities, Culture & Heritage Peggy & Co. Design Peter Matyas Scotiabank 3 SEI Investments 3 Spring Garden Dentistry Stewart McKelvey 7 The Black Family Foundation 23 The Presbyterian Church of St. David 3 Time + Space Media Ltd. 6 Sustainers David & Marcella Abugov 5 DRM Foundation Earl Richards Edwards Family Charitable Foundation Emera Energy Enterprise Holdings Foundation ExxonMobil Canada Ltd. 6 gbs Communications Halifax Assistance Fund Heather & David Bluteau Jason Roth Killam Properties Inc. 3 McInnes Cooper 6 Municipal Group of Companies 6 Newcap Inc. 4 Province House Credit Union Ltd. 8 Rosanne Scotland 4* Simple Touch Event Decor Inc. Sisters of Charity 6 Southwest Properties Ltd. 5 St. Antonio’s Olympic Hall Teachers Plus Credit Union 3 The Estate of James A. Cosman 5 The Vault 3 fast fact Dr. Phil, a steadfast Phoenix volunteer, has donated fresh flowers, meat and cheese from the farmers’ market every Sunday for over 5 years. All giving categories are based on gifts, both financial and in-kind, received April 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013. Numbers refer to years of consecutive giving. * refers to monthly giving. Jason Sylvie Chris Amanda Amy Angela John Robin Willaim (Kalob) AKA Chech Persmimon Shane Coltina Anthony Katie Laurie Trevor Bryan Mike Sean Lynn Greg SPONSOR WALL OF hope Presenting Platinum Gold Silver Bronze All sponsors have been added to the donor wall of hope to reflect their consecutive years of giving. Michelle Trey Ashley Geoff Pauline Mike Jeff Michelle Nicole Stephen (Tags) Seamus Terra Cameron Brendan Jamie Shawn Julia Jennifer Anne Jennifer Leo Tina our DONORS Partners Andy & Carmel Raymond 11 Anfract Consulting Ltd. 5 Angela & Tony Quinn Bank of Montreal Bell Aliant 7 Berkeley Holdings Limited Bethany United Church – Social Outreach Committee 15 Bonavista Business Solutions Boris Holdings Group Burchells Cabinetworks Limited 4* Cabot Links Carl & Nancy Doty 7 Christina Lee Christina Dadford & Rod Simpson 18 Christopher Mann CIBC Children’s Foundation 3 Cirque du Soleil Inc. City Mazda Cleve’s Sporting Goods Ltd. Collins Barrow N.S. Inc. Compart Event Management Limited Cornwallis Council Telephone Pioneers Corus Entertainment David Mann David Myles Deborah Woolway 3 Department of Justice 5 Destiny Homes Incorporated 3 Domus Realty 6 Edward & Grace Veino 6 Elliot Excavators Limited – Atlantic Poly Liners Inc. 3 Empire Theatres Limited 5 Flagstone RE Frank & Barbara Hughes 6 Frank & Mary Fitzpatrick 6 Geoff & Kim Machum Geoff Porter & Lori Wood Glennis Farquhar 4 Greater Halifax Partnership 4 Halifax International Airport Authority 6 Halifax Port Authority Ian & Gail Logie 11 IWK Health Centre Jim & Elaine McGivern Joan Wenning Jon Murphy 6 Jones & Co. Judy Steele & Bruce Towler Kelly Clark Fotography Kinsmen Club of Dartmouth 5 KPMG Larex Properties Inc. Leland Lewis 15 Linda Langley 6 Malcolm & Lynne Barkhouse 8 Manulife Financial 8 Marguerite Hinman Trust 15 Maria Migas Marjorie Fountain 3 Mental Health Foundation of NS Merle MacIsaac 3 Metals Economics Group 6 Michael DeVenney 3 My Visual Listings.com Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation 3 Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation 5 Ocean Contractors Limited 4 One Capital Management Order of the Eastern Star 9 O’Regan’s Toyota Dartmouth Patrick Ryall 18* Peter & Jennifer Wolf 4 Public Affairs Atlantic Inc. RBC Royal Bank RBC Wealth Management Private Banking 4 Rebecca Clarke Photography 4 Red Door Realty Red Stag Tavern – Adam Purcell & Sarah Vernon Rollie Thompson 6 Saint Mary’s MBA Society Salyzyn & Associates Sobeys Sports Distributors of Canada Limited St. James Anglican Church 12 Stanhope Simpson Insurance Limited 6 Stantec Consulting Ltd. Stevens Group Management Stevens Road United Baptist Church Numbers refer to years of consecutive giving. * refers to monthly giving. Matthew Lawanda Tamara Tanya Ed (Ryan) Matthew Max Paulette Joseph Jaimison The following list includes gifts of $100 – $2,499. Your support is extremely important to us and we make every attempt to ensure accuracy of information, so please contact us to let us know of any errors or omissions. Stuart McLean 13 Terra Firma Development Corporation Ltd. The Cathedral Church of All Saints 5 The Mortgage Group Trade Centre Limited 4 Trevor Doherty Valerie Miller 6 You Gotta Sing! Chorus Ambassadors A. John Roberts 12 Academic Pediatrics Incorporated Adam Dennis Alan Avis Alan Adams 10 Allan Golding 10 Allison Beveridge UCW Andrew Murphy 4 Andrew Konoff Andrus Youth Service Project Arrow Capital Management Inc. Assante Capital Management Ltd AstraZeneca Canada Inc. 3 Athol Francis 10 Atlantic Business Magazine Atlantica Hotel & Marina Oak Island Audrey Cowan 4 Barbara Saderholm 9 Barbara Beach 3* Barbara Leroy 4 Bedford United Church Belinda Smith Benjamin Decoste Benoit Electric Ltd. Bernard & Inge Badley Beverly Milbury Blunden Construction (1995) Ltd. 5 BNB Professional Networking Bryant Realty Atlantic CBC Pensioners Association (Maritimes) 9 Ceridian Canada Ltd. Chives Canadian Bistro Church In Thy House Cole Harbour District High School Colin MacDonald 1* Confederation of Canadian Unions 4 CTV Television Atlantic Dalhousie Law School – Student Society Daniel Young Darren Caseley David Kim Tom Erica Tim Martine Patrick David Mercer David & Nancy Tindall 15* Deborah Thompson Dennis Campbell Diane De Bay Division of Respirology – QEII Health Sciences Centre Dorcas Place Dorothy Jackson Dorothy Anne Jackman Doucet-Watts & Davis Interiors Inc. 8 Doug Taylor 3 East Coast Fund Management Inc. Edgewood Oxford United Church 3 Edward Cleather 10 Elizabeth Fountain 3 Elly Bronk 3 EnCana Corporation First Baptist Church Halifax 8 Fort Massey United Church 6 Foyston, Gordon & Payne Gavin Uhma George Blunden 4 Gerald & Sheena Tanner 4 Glenn McCurdy 3 GN Thermoforming Equipment Gordon R. Snow Community Centre – D2Y Youth Action Team Halifax Regional Municipality 8 Health Association Nova Scotia Heinz Wiele 9 Henry Vieira 8 Holy Trinity Anglican Church Women 11 Information Without Borders Conference Association Iris Horwood 15 IWK Mental Health & Addictions Jacqueline Leppard 6 James & Elizabeth McKenna 4 James & Rhonda Musgrave Jana & Michael Voigt 3 Janet Noye Jason Arsenault Jean Macpherson Jeffrey Andersen Jeffrey Oland Jeremy Wright Jeremy Stashewsky Jevon MacDonald Jill Tupper 4 Jim Shaw Liam Danielle Chris Jonathan Joan Wood 4* Joanne McGrath John Irwin John Williamson 15 Joy Pratt Karl & Joanne Tonn Keith & Susan MacRae 15 Kenneth & Rosanne Chisholm 4 Kinsmen Club of Sackville 3 Knox United Church 9 Kris Markusson Kristina Milner Laura Ingles Libby Brown Linda Goldwater Lloyd & Joyce King 4 Loretta Keay Lorraine Lewis Louise Stringer Warren 6 Lynn Sawyer Lynn & Christine Mason 6 Madelyn LeMay Malcolm Boyle Margaret Brackett Margaret Benne 5* Margaret Tutert 6 Mary Wilcox Michael Holland 4 Michelle Baker Mike & Barb Lowe 3 Moira Fraser Neal Stewart Nicholas Ksiezopolski Nick Childs Norman & Dorothy Graham Nova Scotia Power Inc. 4 Novacorp Properties Limited Ocean Digital Post Production Limited O’Regan’s Automotive Group Owen Caldwell Parkhill United Church 6 Patrick & Kathleen Keast Peggy Prowse 3* Piercey Investors Limited 6 PWGSC Metro Fundraising Committee Ralph Stephen 4 Reginald & Patricia Moore Regus Purdy’s Wharf Remax Options Realty Inc. Richard MacPhee Richard & Marilyn Cregan 9 Ritch Durnford Lawyers Robert Young Robert & Paulette Fowler 5 Roger Burrill 5 Rosalie Courage 5* Rotary Club – Halifax Northwest Sackville N.S. Lioness Club Samuel & Co. Sandy Rutledge Sarah Kirby Sean Flagg Society of the Sacred Heart 8 St. Andrew’s United Church Women 7 St. Benedict Parish Social Justice Committee 13 Stairs Diesel Supply (N.S.) Ltd. 3 Streetkids’ Foundation 7 Sunnyside Elementary School Susan Strelioff Susan Ritcey 5 Susanne MacDonald 4 Sustainers Garden Club Sweet Jane’s Sysco Customer Service Department Terrence Paris The Bicycle Thief The Church of Saint Andrew – ACW The Mistletones This Hour Has 22 Minutes 5 Valerie Seager Wallace Seipp 4 Wanda McDonald & Nicholas Graham 4 Wayne & Sharon Chahley 9 Wendy Franklin Wilf & Anne Laybolt 4 William Hughes 3* William Digby Friends A. Marguerite Cassin A. R. Taylor 4 A. Winston Churchill 7 Abe Leventhal 4 Acadian Seaplants Ltd. 6 Adam & Crystal Cowie 3* Adam & Virginia Mueller 7 Alan & Alice Burroughsford 4 Alan & Sheila Leard 4 Albert & Theresa Driscoll 3 Alexa McDonough 4* Alexander & Lila MacLean 3 Alexandra Howlett Alistair Munro 3 Allan Silverman Allan Reid 12 Allen & Rae Keeping 10 Allison Patriquin Allison Edwards 3 Andrea Northey* Andrew Mosher 3 Numbers refer to years of consecutive giving. * refers to monthly giving. Jason Kristopher Margaret Lisa Derrick Shannon Lisa Dominic Jason Amanda Angus & Mary McDonald 11* Ann Doull 5 Ann Grantmyre Ann Gray 9 Anna Hardiman 4 Anne Marie Boone 3 Apostles Anglican Church – ACW 5 Archie Morrison Arnold Furlong Arthur Donahoe Atlantic Ballet Theatre of Canada 3 Auburn Drive High School – Student Council 3 Barbara Burke 12 Barbara Cantley 6 Barbara Karten 4* Barbara Leonard 10 Barbara Silburt 4 Bedford Baptist Church 3 Belinda McIntyre Bernice Oldfield 8 Beryl Arab 4 Bethany United Church 15 Betty Strum 3 Betty Anderson 7 Bev Sweetman Bicycles Plus Ltd. Bill & Denise Piercey 5 Birch Cove Baptist Church – W.M.S. Eunice Cox Chapter 3 Blanche Fraser 8 Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta C.W.L Bob & Carolyn Kunz 4 Boone Food Services Limited Brenda MacDonald Brian Doucette Brian Cuthbertson 10 Brian & Karen MacInnis Brian & Kim Morvan* Brian & Marion Jay 4 Bromoc Print & Litho Ltd. Bruce Baxter 7 Bruce McLaughlin Bruce & Martha Jodrey 4 Burton & Connie Coutts Byron Veinot 15 C. J. O’Malley 8 C. LouAnn Chiasson Calvary Baptist Ladies’ Auxiliary 4 Calvin Presbyterian Church – Ladies Fellowship Group 5 Cape Breton Charitable Association of Halifax 6 Carla Perry Carol MacAskill Carol Anne Smith* Carolan McLarney Caroline Abbott 11 Harvey Jessica Mason Cherise Eric 6 Crystal Carolyn Allworth Carolyn Earle 15 Carolyn Chipman 4 Catherine Whitelaw Catherine Ackman 11 CAW Local 2107 CCR Procurement Services Inc. Ceridian Canada Ltd. 4 Charles Fowler Charles & Maryth Maxner 7 Charlotte Legrow 11 Charmaine Warr* Charmaine McDonald Cheryl McKillop 3 Chris Childs Chris Crooks 3 Chris & Helen Prowse Christine Cullen Christine Kang 3 Claire Muise Clark & Bernice Brown 4 Clarke MacDonald 11 Colette French 6 Colin Dodds 9 Corinne Earle 3 Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Cornwallis Junior High School Corrie Douma 3* Craig Munroe 4 Craig & Carol Hopkins Cynthia Davis 4 D & L Engineering Sales Limited 6 D. Barrie Clarke Dan & Margaret Taylor Simard 3 Dana Thurlow 3* Dana Thurlow 4 Daphne Carter 4* Darlene Burgess Darren Howie 3 David Henderson David Braybrooke 3 David Hebb David Lacusta 10 David Terrio 3 David Daigle 4 David & Bonita Loomer David & Frances Todd 7 David & J. Elizabeth Sutherland 7 David & Sheila Ferguson 8 Deborah Ellis Deborah Pryde “Staff” Fund 6 Debrah Billard 5 Delores Smith 3 Denise Landry Department of Justice Canada and Public Prosecution Service 5 Diane Thimot 4 Diann Robar 3 Krista Michelle Shea Jeremy Simon Chris Dianne Gilbert 4 Doctors Nova Scotia Dolores Eisner Dominique Daniels 6 Don & Colleen Shubaly Donald Tait 8 Donald MacKinnon Donald Cummings 15 Donald Scott 4 Donald & Dorothea Wallace 3 Donald & Gillian Maling 9 Donald & Mary Pugsley 3 Donna Briand Donna Rubenstein Donna Meagher-Stewart 6 Doreen Whitten Doris Hilchey 15 Doris Gorman 4 Dorothy Arkelian Dorothy Coyle 9 Dorothy Hallas 5 Dorothy Grantmyre 3 Doug & Monica Richard 4 Douglas & Jean Roy Douglas & Paula Sinclair Downeast Cleaning Services Dr. Paul Bonazza Dental Services Ltd. Dr. Ronald Bannerman Dentistry Inc. Duncan & Ann Miller E. Elaine Ferguson 9* E. Joyce Dickey 10 East Coast School of Languages 3 Edith Ross 8 Edward & Gloria Fiander 4 Elaine Anderson 4 Eleanor Sullivan 9 Eleanor Goldring 4 Elinor Nicoll 7 Elizabeth Lambie Elizabeth Mills 4 Elizabeth Huxtable 4 Elizabeth & Hugh James 4 Ellinor Williams 23 Elliott & Judi Hayes 4 Emero & Joan Stiegman Emmanuel Anglican Church EnCana Cares Foundation 8 Eric & Helen Powell Erica Siba Erica Garrett Errol MacDonald 8 Ethel F. Stevens Unit Christ Church ACW F. Alex Embree First Baptist Church Hammonds Plains First Sackville Presbyterian Church Frances Mann 8 Frank & Chrisanne Miccolis Frank (Gus) McGrath 5 Drew Shauna Zack Donna Jusha Tracey 3 Fraser Dewis Fred Gordon 7 Fred Voegeli 3 Fred Guptill 3 Frederick & Joyce Giles 4 Gabrielle Verri Gareth Hoar 4 Gavin & Nancy Rainnie 3 George Bliss 4 George & Pearl Little 7* Gerald Sampson 10 Gerald & Grace MacDonnell 15 Geraldine Burke 11 Gerard White 4 Geri Marshall 3 Gerry Irwin 6 Gisele Allison 4 Glendon Gill Gordon & Teresa Fenton 8* Grace Johnston Grace Hicks 15 Grace Keeler WMS – First Baptist Church Dartmouth 3 Grace United Church 8 Grace United Church – United Church Women Graeme & Cathy Bethune Grant Llewellyn Grant & Catherine Cooke 4 Grant & Ruth Chisholm 14 Grant & Sharon Warwick 10 Grayson Peters Greg Murphy Gregory Crosby Gregory Whitehouse 4* Gregory Archibald 4 Greta Conrad 4 Gwen Flemming Gwendolyn Grant 3 H. S. Petersen 4 Halifax Organic Child Care Halifax Regional Municipality – Office of the Mayor 3 Hamachi Steakhouse Hana Kolin 9 Haps Hounds Hardwood Land Junettes 6 Harry Moody Harry Duggan 10 Heather Dooley Heather Harris-Woodworth Heather Aske Heather Hayes 4 Heather Downey 3 Helen Mathers 6 Helen Moore 3 Helen & Doug MacDonald 4 Helly Hansen Nathan Mike Jennifer Tracy Sarah Hendrick & Elizabeth Kwindt 9 Hiram Tiller 11 Howard Hart 4 Howard & Karen Conter Hugh Vincent 4 Hugh & Sheila Kindred Hydrostone District Business Association Ian A. Fraser 7 Ina Stuart 11 Inge Martin 11 Iona Presbyterian Church 7 Isabel Wainwright IWK PICU J. Schaffner 9 J. Jean Beeler J. Kevin Power 10 J. William Ritchie J.F. & Joy Colpron 7* Jack Dunn 3 Jack & Mary Brill 8 Jacqueline Quackenbush Jacqueline Smith-LeBlanc Jacques Gagnon James Wright James Kiberd James Axell 9 James Coles 15 James Purchase 7 James Morrison 4 James & Marilyn Langille 14 Jane Porter Janet Pollard 11 Janet MacLeod Janet Donohue 4* Janet MacLeod Janet Keddy 4 Janet McMurtry 11 Janice Conley 10 Jason Henderson Jean Smith 10 Jean & Peter Crofts 20 Jeffrey Chapman 9 Jennifer MacLatchy Jill Ritchie 5 Jill Rafuse 5 Jim Lotz 8 Jim Meek Jim & Eleanor Usher Jim & Nancy Russell 10 Joan Sargeant Joan Keighan 10 Joan Backman Joan Aitken 11 Joan Wood 4* Joanna Elliott Joanna Berube Joanne McCormick 3 Jo-Anne Donovan Susan Amanda Kreft Kelly Jason Joel Joe Cameron 3 John Nicholson John Loch 4 John McPhee* John Swain 12 John Edgecombe 6 John Finley John Miller 6 John Coxon 4 John Cribb 3 John & Carol Young 6 John & Fiona Gray John & Jacqueline Warkentin 6 John & Joanne Zevenhuizen 3 John & Kristie Knox-McAllister John & Marion Flemming John & Patricia McDonald John & Peggy McLeod John & Ruth Cordes Jose Poirier Joseph & Elizabeth Dooley 3 Joy MacKay Williams 4 Juanita MacDonald 15 Judith Graham 10* Judith Grant Judith Reade 6 Judith Grant 4 June Boswell 11 June Morrison 6 Kara Craig* Karen Damtoft 5* Karen Sample 10 Karen Creelman Karen Mills 14 Karen Ware 3 Kate Langille 4* Katherine Love Kathleen Norris 8 Kathryn Coldwell* Kathryn MacKinnon Kathryn MacIsaacc 4 Keith Burke 10 Ken & Maureen Marvin 4 Ken & Mona Holmes 4 Kenny & Debby Garrison Kevin Blair Kevin Duffy 4 Kevin McNamara 3 Kevin & Ms. Sheila Gordon 5 Kim Hayward Kim Plaxton 5 Klara Grotjan 15 Kornelis & Beverley Deelstra Kurtis Bennett L. Dayal-Gosine L. Robert Shaw Lake Echo Lioness Club Lance & Denise Melanson 3 Paul Jillian Thomas Christina Larry Baxter 3 Lee & Joyce Hiltz 13* Lee & Joyce Hiltz 13 Lee & Patricia Kirby 5 Leonard Moxon 6 Leonard & Helen Sweett Leonard & Helen Sweett 3 Leslie Brook 5 Leslie McLean 3 Levitt-Safety Limited Lise Wilhelmy-Steele 9 Local 1405 United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners 3 Lois Whitehead Lois Howard 3 Lorna Huestis 6 Lorna Carter 4 Lorraine Strackland Louis & Fedora Deveau 5 Louise Spiteri Louise Sewart 6 Lucy Kerr 4 Lucy Freake 8 lululemon athletica canada Inc. 3 Lynda Judge Lyn-Sue Wice M. Eisener 15 M. Murray 15 M. Colette MacDonald 3 M. Elizabeth O’Brien 5 M. R. Sylvester 4 M. Ruth Oberst 5 MacMaster Music Inc. 7 Madelyn Spicer Maggy Burns* Marcie-Ann Gilsig Margaret Driscoll 3 Margaret Bowering 6 Margaret James Margaret Burbridge 4 Margaret Sherwood 9 Margaret Anne Bennett 10 Margaret H. Ross 8 Margery Cotterell 6 Margo Storey Marian Johnston 4 Marie Minard 4 Marie Deon 6 Marie MacInnes 4 Marilyn Smith WMS – First Baptist Dartmouth 4 Marina Rathburn Marion Leahey 4 Marion Crowell 3 Marion & Bob Anderson 10 Marjorie Lindsay 10 Markland Associates Limited 6 Marlon & Trudy Lewis 4 Marlyne Myles 5 Martha Wilson 5 Martin & Florence Haase 9 Mary Lynch 3* Mary Moore Mary Lonergan Eldridge 11 Mary Reid Mary Rainforth 8 Mary Harper 10 Mary Lively 3 Mary Hughes 4 Mary Jane Lamond Matthew Moir Matthew & Margaret Salisbury 15 Maureen Manuge 4 Maurice Chiasson Mel & Cheryl Ritcey 5 Michael Butler 4 Michael Rowan-Legg 3 Michael Polak Michael & Carol Covert 3 Michael & Suellen Bradfield Michelle Bull Mike McAloon Mike Townsend Mildred Knapp 15 Mission la Sainte Famille 4 Mona Lynch* Murray Brown 6* Musquodoboit Valley Lions Club 5 Myrtle Pineo 6 Nancy Lapaix Nancy Whitby 8 Nancy Rubin Neil MacKinnon Neil & Shirley Bergman 3 New Germany & Area Lions Club Nicola Young Nicole Figueira Nicole Arsenault Norma White 10 Norma Langille 3 Northern Lights Management Consulting Limited 3 Nor-West Seniors Club Nova Scotia Home Builders Association 3 Nova Voce 3 Oceanstone Seaside Resort Office Interiors Group Owen Lowe Pam Waterhouse Pamela Brown Numbers refer to years of consecutive giving. * refers to monthly giving. Brian Chelsea Nadya Cora Mary Mike Mike Nicole (Nikki) Cecil Mike Lenny Clara Pamela Tupper Pat Bowes 4 Patricia Rennie* Patricia Lindley Patricia Card 5 Patricia Burgess 10 Patricia Melanson 7 Patricia Lutley 4 Patrick Wright 4 Patrick Ryall 18 Patsy LeBlanc 4 Patterson Law 4 Paul Kent Paul & Ann-Marie Patterson Paul & Barbara Cormier 12 Pauline Currie 4 Peggy Prowse 3* Percy & Sheila Watkins 5 Peter Dunsworth Peter LeBlanc Peter Guildford 4 Peter Woolsey 5 Philip Jardine 4 Philip & Elvira Welch 4 Phyllis Bryson 5 Physiotherapy Alternatives 4 Pioneer Trefoil Guild 4 Port Wallis United Church Women 3 Public Health Services, Capital Health R. Jeffrey Thornhill R. Laird Stirling 14 Ralph Medjuck 4 Ralph & Claire Fiske Ralph & Mary Zelmer Ray McLeod 3 Raymond Wagner Resolutes Amateur Athletics Club 4 Richard & Eleanor Dyke Richard & Grace Beazley 7 Richard & Helen Corkum Richard & Madeleine Khan Rick & Carolyn Buhr 14 Rita Livingstone 10 Robert MacLellan Robert Ronan 5 Robert Mann 3 Robert & Janet Crozier Robert & Margery Crooks 9 Robin Calder 3 Rocco’s Restaurant Rockingham United Church Women 4 Ron Macdonald Ronald Cox 10 Ronald Hollett 4 Ronan Holland Rose Cluett Rose McGinn 3 Rose Marie Chisholm 4 Jordan Kelly Justin K im Jason Roselle Green 13 Rosemarie Drummond 3 Royal Canadian Legion – Four Harbours Branch #120 6 Royal LePage Atlantic 9 Ruby MacDonald 4 Ruby Longard 5 Ruby Goold 3 Ruth Farquhar 3 Ruth Holloway 5 Sackville N.S. Lions Club Saint James United Church Women 6 Salvation Army Halifax Community & Family Services Sandra Walde 4 Sandra Nowlan Sandra Lee 5 Sandra Goodfellow 4 Sandy Crawford 8 Sarah Stevens Scott MacIntyre* Sharon Ross Sharon Sinnott 3 Sharon Longard 3 Sharon Whiteway 9 Shauna Tracey 4 Sheila Stevenson 7 Sheila Cardone 10 Sheila Woodcock Sheila Mont* Shelley Reid Sheri Jones Sherry Porter* Shirley Keeler 3* Shirley Hill 4 Shirley Longobardi 4 Shirley Armstrong 6 Smith &Touesnard Inc. 7 Sobeys Superheroes St. Albans Anglican Church St. Andrews Anglican Church 5 St. Andrew’s Anglican Church A.C.W, Indian Harbour 3 St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Ladies Guild 10 St. Andrews United Church Choir St. Augustine’s Ladies Guild 4 St. Catherine of Siena CWL St. Catherine’s Greek Orthodox Ladies Auxiliary 3 St. David’s Presbyterian Church – Ladies Auxiliary St. Francis by the Lakes Anglican Church Mothers’ Union 3 St. James Armdale Mothers Union 3 St. John The Baptist Parish CWL 6 St. John the Evangelist Mother’s Union St. John Vianney C.W.L 3 Nathan Tara Sidney Peter Eddison (Edin) Kristal St. John’s Anglican Mother’s Union 4 St. John’s United Church 5 St. John’s United Church Women St. Lukes Anglican Church Women St. Margaret’s Bay Elementary – Grade Three Class 5 St. Margaret’s Bay Lions Club St. Marguerite Bourgeois CWL St. Martha’s A.C.W. Unit 3 St. Michael’s Parish – C.W.L. St. Nicholas Anglican Ladies Guild 3 St. Paul’s Ladies Guild 3 St. Paul’s United Church Women 3 St. Peter’s Ladies Guild St. Theresa’s Church CWL St. Vincent de Paul Parish 3 Stacie Coghlin Stairs Memorial United Church Women Steele Auto Group Stephen Vaughan 4 Stephen Lanteigne Stephen & Donna Crowther Stephen & Marianne Forbes 4 Steven Moir 8 Stevens Road WMS 6 Success College 5 Sue Kent 15 Susan Scovil Susan Crowe Susan Covert 5 Susan Hall 4 Susan Mathers 4 Suzanne & Richard Tait Sylvia Mangalam 8 Ted & Cara Tax Tela Olive Phillips 3 Terry & Patricia Phelan 4 The Binnacle The Body Shop 4 The Church of the Holy Spirit A.C.W. 3 The Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Resurrection 7 The Halifax Dunbrack Soccer U12B / Halifax City Soccer Teams 5 The Halifax Rainmen Community Assist Society The Keg Steakhouse & Bar The Local Council of Women The Parish of St. Francis by the Lakes Thea Meeson 4* Theresa Graham Thomas & Nancy Bateman 3 Timberlea Baptist Dorcas Society 3 Timothy Crooks 7* Timothy Murphy 4 Tracey Bish 4 Trinity United Church Women 7 Tyler Sampson – Silent Hero Memorial Fund Valerie Fraser 3 Valerie Gilbert Valerie Powell 3 Verna Munroe 21 Victor & Janis Catano 10 Video-Tech Limited Vincent Leung Virginia Schweitzer Virginia Phillips 3 Virginia Salsman 3 Virginia Duzak 3 W. Cary Risley 3 Walter Speirs 3 Wellington United Church Women 9 Wendy Macgregor Wilfred Dillman 5 Willa Shaw 4* Willa Shaw 4 William Hughes 3* William & Doris Phillips 6 William & Geraldine Gardner 4 William & Marjorie Hockey 8 WMS Foundation United Baptist Church Woodlawn United Church Women 15 Wyndholme Christian Church 3 YMCA South Park Child Care Centre 5 Tribute Gifts Some donors make memorial gifts to honour close friends and family. Others make gifts to honour individuals at Christmas, for weddings, birthdays, and to recognize individuals for their outstanding service to our community. 3 In Honour Andria Lehr Barbara Beach Bell Murphy Bria Purcell Christine Finley Christopher True Dave & Erin Don Brushett Doug Morrison Doug, Tammy & Abby Felix Cacchione Gail & Ian Logie Graham Rutledge Greg Simpson Ian Finley Jane Hustins Joel Plaskett Joshua Bates Kevin Selig Kevin Ward Louise Chisholm Merlinda Weinberg Peter Boudreau Ritch Jamieson Scott Flemming Stephanie Abriel Susan Lidstone Tanya Ozard The Blair Family The Dalziel Family The Degraaf Family The Fountain Family The Fullerton Family The Kaiser Family The Rutherford Family The Staff at da Maurizio Tom Nightingale Will Hanshaw fast fact Working in partnership with the Federation of Community Organizations for over six years, Phoenix helped establish the first non-profit sector council in 2012. Sarah Kelly Ryanne Axel Robert Peter Tracy Lisa Patrick Tia Clorice Clorinda Graham Sinclair Jessica Stephanie Tara In Memory Alan & Ruth Lowe Alex Fountain Andrew Phippen Armand Lanteigne Bryan Kelly Doris Irwin Earl Wellwood Elizabeth Brown Erna May O’Neil Florence Hiltz Fred Herbin Helen Tait Jessica L. Borden Joanne Keating Leota Bezanson Lillian Hemlow Lionel Jackson Lynn Glencross Marc Fletcher Margery Leppard Marilyn MacIsaac Marilyn Walker Mary Corkum Melissa Peacock Patrick Convey Patti McKenna Paul O’Regan Paula Mann Philip Theriault Richard Webb Roger Burns Ruth Lowe Sarah Lynk Sister Mary Power Yvette Morriscey time LINE 1987 – Phoenix House opens its doors 2000 – Food for Phoenix Program launches As a result of many young people being denied financial aid and housing and living on the streets with no place to go, five community members began meeting in 1984 to discuss the city’s housing and youth homelessness crisis. St. Paul’s donates the use of their first property to Phoenix, and in February, 1987 Phoenix House welcomes 10 homeless youth in from the street. The Phoenix Church Committee and the Food for Phoenix Program is established. Dedicated volunteers will commit their time and efforts over the next 12 years to ensure that youth visiting PCFY don’t go hungry. 2001 – Parent Support Program launches 1988 – Follow Up Program launches While providing needed baby-care items and emergency supplies, this program also helps young parents access workshops, counselling, and advocacy. This after-care program supports the success of Phoenix “graduates” by helping them to stay connected for years to come. 2001 – Phoenix Youth Shelter opens its doors 1992 – Supervised Apartment Program (SAP) launches This 20-bed facility offers safe housing, healthcare, clothing, food, and other daily essentials, as well as counselling and therapeutic support. This housing program provides a supportive, supervised environment where youth learn skills for independent living. By 1993, Phoenix had founded three long-term supportive homes for youth. 2002 – Prevention Program launches By offering therapeutic intervention to youth and their families, this program recognizes that preventative measures and early intervention can help prevent crisis down the road. 1992 – First Annual Nutcracker Luncheon Phoenix’s first signature event is born. The first luncheon is held in the basement of St. Andrew’s Church. It now sells out to crowds of 800+. 2011 – Phoenix Community Choir takes flight 1994 – Phoenix Centre for Youth (PCFY) opens its doors Youth get the chance to push past their inhibitions and lift their voice in song while building skills, confidence, improved mental health and a sense of community among their peers. The walk-in centre assists youth in their daily lives by offering housing, advocacy, counselling, parenting support, food, clothing, and laundry facilities. 2011 – Phoenix Youth & Community Centre (PYCC) opens its doors In partnership with the IWK, an on-site nurse provides healthcare services to youth visiting Phoenix Centre for Youth – later in 2001 to also include residents at Phoenix Youth Shelter. Proceeded by several years of working within local schools and delivering programs from borrowed spaces under Phoenix’s prevention mandate, the PYCC located in Mulgrave Park welcomes community members to participate in activities ranging from afterschool programming and themed events, to community building projects. 1998 – Officially “Phoenix Youth Programs” 2011 – Phoenix Housing Support Program launches Originally entitled Long Term Services for Youth Association, we adopt the name Phoenix Youth Programs. Working in harmony with counterparts in the mental health and addictions realm, the program helps youth transition from emergency housing to their own apartments by providing ongoing outreach and supports. 1994 – Phoenix launches Health Services 2000 – Phoenix Learning and Employment Centre (PLEC) opens its doors The centre provides youth with opportunities for pre-employment, employment, life skills, educational opportunities, and academic upgrading. 2000 – Special Initiatives Program launches Provides opportunity to help youth develop confidence and new skills by participating in therapeutic recreational activities such as art, sports, music, camping, and youth leadership training programs. 2000 – First Annual Celebrity Dreamscape 32 Phoenix volunteers develop a second signature event… gala style. A Midsummer Night’s Dream is held at the Westin Nova Scotian and evolves years later to include performances from some of the best entertainers in Canada. Ronald (Ronnie) Ken Jocelyn Mike Nichole Kriska Justin Chris Nicky Joseph (Rocky) 2012 – Phoenix Youth Outreach Program (PYOP) launches This program is designed to support young people “where they are” both geographically and emotionally. The program helps connect young people living anywhere in HRM to health, parenting and crisis supports, income assistance, food, safe housing, and community resources. 2012 – Phoenix Trusteeship Program launches Aimed to help youth maintain or secure rental accommodations and educate about financial literacy, the program helps young people to maintain their housing and spend money wisely. Jason Jeff Amanda Jill Stephanie William Justin Alex Kevin Julian Tammy Darell SAVE the date Night of Champions a celebration of Nova Scotia’s NHL Stanley Cup heroes Tuesday, July 23, 2013, Halifax Metro Centre T h e P h o e n i x Nu t c r a c k e r Luncheon Tuesday, December 10, 2013 Cunard Centre You are invited to join Dave Andrews, Dennis Bonvie, Joe Dipenta, Mark your calendars for the 23rd Nutcracker Luncheon in its Al MacIsaac, Paul MacLean, Brad Marchand, Al McNeil, Mike new location – the Cunard Centre. A sold-out annual event, the McPhee, Jon Sim, Bobby Smith, Colin White, Darrell Young, Nutcracker Luncheon is a moving experience celebrating the joy Wendell Young and others in support of Phoenix. This inaugural, and hope of the season with a performance by Symphony Nova inspirational event will celebrate journeys to be the best you can be Scotia and the Phoenix Community Choir. – a one-of-a-kind experience engaging children, youth, families, and hockey enthusiasts! P h o e n i x Vo l u n t e e r a n d D o n o r Recognition Event September, 2013 Stay tuned – details to come! Production of this report was made possible by generous contributions of friends of Phoenix. Concept & design: Peggy & Co. Design Wordsmithing: RedRiot Communications Photos of our youth: Kelly Clark Fotography Additional photography: Rebecca Clarke, Tanya Shields, Chelle Wootten, Robert George Young 33 Kaleigh Cissy Mandy Mike Rob Rebecca Andrea Edward Melinda Frany Kalan Latoya Vatemma John Cadney Jeff Shanuen sheleema Jeff William (Billy 6035 Coburg Road PO Box 60006 RPO Professional Centre Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 4R7 Phone (902) 422-3105 Fax (902) 422-7656 Toll-free1-866-620-0676 [email protected] www.phoenixyouth.ca