Cornerstone News

On March 8th, 2023 for International Women’s Day more than eight organizations serving women, children, and gender-diverse people are set to come together for the first time in over three years. Its theme for this year is “Together, we can go farther”.

Cornerstone's 2023 Gratitude Report

Cornerstone Housing for Women joined Sam Laprade on City News to speak about the needs of Cornerstone during the holiday season.

Cornerstone Fall Newsletter

"They’re all relieved now that we’ve gotten closer to going home. Residents are excited to just watch a movie in their room again. To sleep in their bed. To go back to the neighbourhood that is their community" says Jordan.

“I’m sorry, we don’t have any beds at the moment.” It’s a phrase I say over and over throughout the day. I offer the caller other numbers at which to seek shelter, only to hear that those shelters are also full or they don’t feel safe going there.

Last weekend an amazing community supporter, Sorya, organized Cranksgiving Ottawa in support of Cornerstone.

June 14, 2022 - An announcement of over $22.4 million of federal funding that will be divided towards three projects to create an estimate of 66 new homes through the Rapid Housing Initiative.

As we close the door on 2021, I can’t help but stop and reflect on the strength of Cornerstone’s Community. This past year was filled with unprecedented pressures but together, we found the strength to move on.

January 12, 2022 – Ottawa, ON - Cornerstone Housing for Women is set to return this month to its original shelter location in Centertown after thirteen months of temporary shelter solutions. Cornerstone will be returning with 53 women.

January 12, 2022 – Ottawa, ON - Cornerstone Housing for Women is set to return this month to its original shelter location in Centertown after thirteen months of temporary shelter solutions. Cornerstone will be returning with 53 women.