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The Warm Winter Initiative

Warm Winter Kits for people experiencing homelessness through Ontario’s harshest months.

Why it matters

The Warm Winter Initiative helps people experiencing homelessness survive the coldest months of the year. Every donation directly funds the sourcing and assembly of Warm Winter Kits: warm clothing, blankets, hygiene products, health supplies, food, water and other critical items.

These kits offer immediate relief, and something just as important: the knowledge that someone cares. Supporting this initiative protects vulnerable people from the dangers of winter and makes a meaningful difference every season.

Inside every kit

Chosen with care, packed by hand

Every Warm Winter Kit aims to include the following essentials, chosen to bring comfort, warmth and support through the cold.

Warmth & comfort

6 items
  • Winter hat
  • Winter scarf
  • Winter gloves
  • Socks
  • Hand warmers
  • Sleeping bag

Personal care & hygiene

11 items
  • Soap & body wash
  • Shampoo & conditioner
  • Deodorant
  • Shaving cream & razor
  • Body & hand lotion
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Lip balm
  • Toothpaste & toothbrush
  • Cotton swabs
  • Hand wipes
  • Cleaning cloth

Hydration & snacks

6 items
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Bottled water
  • Protein bars
  • Granola bars
  • Trail mix
  • Crackers

Health & wellbeing

7 items
  • Polysporin & bandages
  • Emergen-C
  • Pain relief (Tylenol, Advil, Salonpas)
  • Stress ball
  • Pen & notepad
  • Playing cards
  • Activity book

General utility

4 items
  • Backpack
  • Insulated cup
  • Towel
  • Toiletry bag

In action

Moments from the work

  • January 27, 2024 · Winter Kit Building with Region of Peel
Ontario Hopes volunteers at a community build day
Ontario Hopes volunteers at a community build day
Ontario Hopes volunteers at a community build day
Ontario Hopes volunteers at a community build day

Every kit starts with someone like you.

Give once, give monthly, or give your time. However you show up, you help someone in Ontario get through a hard day with dignity.