Homes First
Yasir A. is currently working as a Human Resources Coordinator at Homes First. Prior to this, Yasir has experience as a Freelance Graphic Designer at Bum from the Bay, as well as in roles such as Front Desk Staff, Night Auditor, Junior Recruiter, and Groups and Meetings & Events Co-ordinator at various companies in the hospitality industry. Yasir holds a postgraduate certificate in Human Resources Management and Services from George Brown College, a Master of Business Administration in Hospitality Administration/Management from the University of Wales, and a Bachelor of Hotel and Tourism Management from the University of Mumbai.
Homes First
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There are over 5,000 people in Toronto without a safe stable place to live. Hundreds live “rough” – in ravines, stairwells or on the street. Hundreds more suffer with mental illness and addictions. This forgotten slice of our population, people who have been street-involved for several years and who have nowhere else to go, is where Homes First comes in. We provide Housing First. We were the first and remain one of the largest providers of homes for people with the fewest options in Toronto. Homes come in many shapes and sizes but each is a safe, stable refuge and allows us to connect to others. Everyone needs a home. With a home people can be part of a community, obtain ID, register for social services and keep in touch with family and friends. With a home people gain respect, dignity and the ability to care for themselves and others. The vast majority of homeless people – even those with severe mental health and/or substance use issues – can successfully stay housed and off the street with appropriate housing and supports. Homes First works with others to advocate for fair and equitable funding for social housing providers and the creation and adoption of a national housing strategy.