The De Mazenod Door officially opened on September 9, 2016 and has quickly grown from serving 10 to 12 people to approximately 350 people per day, 365 days a year.
Guests coming to the De Mazenod Door are treated with dignity and respect. It is our goal that every single visitor to our door walks away with a true sense of community.
Our ministry is solely supported through the generosity of people who want to make a difference in the lives of the poor and marginalized in our city. Donations are welcome!
Most Reverend Douglas Crosby, Bishop of the Diocese of Hamilton, was on hand to officially offer his blessings on the opening of the Door.
Volunteers and staff prepare a variety of hearty home-cooked meals daily. What is served depends wholly on the generous support of our donors and sponsors.
Guests line up for a light breakfast and coffee, then again for a hot nutritious lunch. Picnic tables and benches adorn the property to create a family-type setting.