More than Housing.
Building Futures.

Reimagining

Youth Homelessness

Every young person deserves an Oasis. Across Halton and beyond, we support youth aging out of institutional care or fleeing crisis. We provide the safety, stability and support youth need to move from surviving to thriving.

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Our Core Services

1 in 5 people experiencing homelessness in Canada are youth ages 13-25

1 in 5 people experiencing homelessness in Canada are youth ages 13-25

Housing is a start, but a HOME is the solution. 

We engage the evidence-based Foyer Model, anchored on three pillars: Housing, Empowerment, and Mentorship. The foundation youth need to heal, grow, and thrive.

Housing

A safe, dignified place to live, anchored by culturally responsive, wrap-around support.

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Empowerment

Equip youth with life-skills to build self-efficacy and lead their own success.

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Mentorship

Trusted, consistent guidance to ensure they never walk the path alone.

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Housing

A safe, dignified place to live, anchored by culturally responsive, wrap-around support.

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Empowerment

Equip youth with life-skills to build self-efficacy and lead their own success.

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Mentorship

Trusted, consistent guidance to ensure they never walk the path alone.

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Our Core Services

1 in 5 people experiencing homelessness in Canada are youth ages 13-25

Housing is a start, but a HOME is the solution. 

We engage the evidence-based Foyer Model, anchored on three pillars: Housing, Empowerment, and Mentorship. The foundation youth need to heal, grow, and thrive.

Housing

A safe, dignified place to live, anchored by culturally responsive, wrap-around support.

Learn more

Empowerment

Equip youth with life-skills to build self-efficacy and lead their own success.

Learn more

Mentorship

Trusted, consistent guidance to ensure they never walk the path alone.

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Our culturally responsive housing and wrap-around support delivers lasting results.

90%

Early Wellbeing Gains

Youth reported improved sense of safety, stability, and belonging within their first six months.

Youth reported improved sense of safety, stability, and belonging within their first six months.

5+

Years of Local Impact

Transforming lives through a validated pilot of our unique Service Delivery Framework.

Transforming lives through a validated pilot of our unique Service Delivery Framework.

10+

Transitional Beds

Dignified housing and critical foundation youth need to rebuild their lives.

Dignified housing and critical foundation youth need to rebuild their lives.

80%

Improved Stability Outcomes

Residents transition to independent living, stable work, or education within 18–24 months.

Residents transition to independent living, stable work, or education within 18–24 months.

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The Oasis Pathway

Designed for Lasting Success Through Healing, Growth, and Lasting Independence. 

The Journey between vulnerability and transformation cannot be rushed. We refuse to chase superficial metrics that only lead to a revolving door of crisis for youth. Our evidence-based pathway design is a strategic bridge from systemic dependence to true independence.

Breaking the cycle of homelessness at its root is a worthy investment that reduces the long-term burden on our justice, health, and emergency systems.

1

Heal

The crisis of homelessness isn't just about housing; it’s about trauma. This phase focuses on building trust, restoring confidence, and mastering emotional regulation through trauma-informed care. By prioritizing healing, we create a foundation for lasting stability.

1

Heal

The crisis of homelessness isn't just about housing; it’s about trauma. This phase focuses on building trust, restoring confidence, and mastering emotional regulation through trauma-informed care. By prioritizing healing, we create a foundation for lasting stability.

1

Heal

The crisis of homelessness isn't just about housing; it’s about trauma. This phase focuses on building trust, restoring confidence, and mastering emotional regulation through trauma-informed care. By prioritizing healing, we create a foundation for lasting stability.

2

Grow

Independence requires more than a job. It requires developing agency. During the Grow phase, youth unlock their potential through academic, skilled trades training, employment and entrepreneurial pathways, building the momentum needed for long-term success.

2

Grow

Independence requires more than a job. It requires developing agency. During the Grow phase, youth unlock their potential through academic, skilled trades training, employment and entrepreneurial pathways, building the momentum needed for long-term success.

2

Grow

Independence requires more than a job. It requires developing agency. During the Grow phase, youth unlock their potential through academic, skilled trades training, employment and entrepreneurial pathways, building the momentum needed for long-term success.

3

Thrive

The goal here ensures youth transition successfully and never need our support again, unless they return as Peer Mentors. This final phase cements independence, empowering youth to maintain stability and contribute their unique value back to the community.

3

Thrive

The goal here ensures youth transition successfully and never need our support again, unless they return as Peer Mentors. This final phase cements independence, empowering youth to maintain stability and contribute their unique value back to the community.

3

Thrive

The goal here ensures youth transition successfully and never need our support again, unless they return as Peer Mentors. This final phase cements independence, empowering youth to maintain stability and contribute their unique value back to the community.

Our Development Areas

Focus areas that build resilient youth.

We envision a community where youth experience holistic growth by strengthening wellbeing, life skills, values, relationships, and community connection - equipping them with the foundation they need to heal, grow, and thrive.

“The gap is clear: young people need a safe home, trusted guidance, and genuine opportunities to rebuild their lives."

Grace Udodong

The Founder

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Personal Wellness

The Foundation of Self.

Prioritize holistic health: centering care around mental, physical, and environmental wellbeing.

Build stability: replace uncertainty and chaos with peace and consistency.

Cultivate joy and healing: intentional recreation and the emotional restoration needed to thrive.

Productivity
Values & Faith
Social Connections
Community Enagement

Our Development Areas

Focus areas that build resilient youth.

We envision a community where youth experience holistic growth by strengthening wellbeing, life skills, values, relationships, and community connection - equipping them with the foundation they need to heal, grow, and thrive.

“The gap is clear: young people need a safe home, trusted guidance, and genuine opportunities to rebuild their lives."

Grace Udodong

The Founder

Read my Story

Personal Wellness

The Foundation of Self.

Prioritize holistic health: centering care around mental, physical, and environmental wellbeing.

Build stability: replace uncertainty and chaos with peace and consistency.

Cultivate joy and healing: intentional recreation and the emotional restoration needed to thrive.

Productivity
Values & Faith
Social Connections
Community Enagement

Our Development Areas

Focus areas that build resilient youth.

We envision a community where youth experience holistic growth by strengthening wellbeing, life skills, values, relationships, and community connection - equipping them with the foundation they need to heal, grow, and thrive.

“The gap is clear: young people need a safe home, trusted guidance, and genuine opportunities to rebuild their lives."

Grace Udodong

The Founder

Read my Story

Personal Wellness

The Foundation of Self.

Prioritize holistic health: centering care around mental, physical, and environmental wellbeing.

Build stability: replace uncertainty and chaos with peace and consistency.

Cultivate joy and healing: intentional recreation and the emotional restoration needed to thrive.

Productivity
Values & Faith
Social Connections
Community Enagement

Support Our Mission

We believe that it takes a village to raise the next generation in the true Ubuntu Spirit. Join Us!

Inspired by Isaiah 58:12, our mission is to build the bridge between a revolving door of crisis and a life of lasting independence for vulnerable youth facing homelessness. Whether you give your financial resources, your time, or your expertise, you are helping us build a foundation that lasts.

Financial Donations

Become a Mentor

Volunteer with Us

When you give to Oasis, you aren't just paying for a bed; you are investing in a multi-year, evidence-based pathway to independence. Your donation goes directly toward trauma-informed care, life-skills training, and the safe housing required for a young person to heal.

$30/mo - The Safety Net

Covers essential personal care, transit passes for school/work, and nutritious meals to ensure physical well-being.

$75/mo - The Healing Bridge

Funds one-on-one trauma-informed counselling sessions and emotional regulation workshops for a youth in the Heal phase.

$150/mo - The Future Builder

Supports academic tutoring, employment certification fees, and entrepreneurial tools for a youth in the Grow phase.

$300/mo - The Independence Catalyst

Cements a youth's transition into the Thrive phase, funding their first month’s rent deposit and ongoing alumni mentorship.

Support our Mission

Financial Donations

Become a Mentor

Volunteer with Us

When you give to Oasis, you aren't just paying for a bed; you are investing in a multi-year, evidence-based pathway to independence. Your donation goes directly toward trauma-informed care, life-skills training, and the safe housing required for a young person to heal.

$30/mo - The Safety Net
$75/mo - The Healing Bridge
$150/mo - The Future Builder
$300/mo - The Independence Catalyst

Support our Mission

Financial Donations

Become a Mentor

Volunteer with Us

When you give to Oasis, you aren't just paying for a bed; you are investing in a multi-year, evidence-based pathway to independence. Your donation goes directly toward trauma-informed care, life-skills training, and the safe housing required for a young person to heal.

$30/mo - The Safety Net

Covers essential personal care, transit passes for school/work, and nutritious meals to ensure physical well-being.

$75/mo - The Healing Bridge

Funds one-on-one trauma-informed counselling sessions and emotional regulation workshops for a youth in the Heal phase.

$150/mo - The Future Builder

Supports academic tutoring, employment certification fees, and entrepreneurial tools for a youth in the Grow phase.

$300/mo - The Independence Catalyst

Cements a youth's transition into the Thrive phase, funding their first month’s rent deposit and ongoing alumni mentorship.

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Success Stories & Feedback

Feedback from Youth, Partners, and the Community.

Hear directly from young people, partners, and organizations whose lives and communities have been strengthened through care, collaboration, and shared purpose.

"There isn’t another organization that provides the safety and stability to support young men establishing themselves the same way Oasis does.

Using a semi-independent living model gives the power to the youth to make decisions about their own lives.

I wish there were more programs like this one, as I know my best friend would have excelled in such situation instead of struggling through familial Poverty."

KM

Intern Student

"There isn’t another organization that provides the safety and stability to support young men establishing themselves the same way Oasis does.

Using a semi-independent living model gives the power to the youth to make decisions about their own lives.

I wish there were more programs like this one, as I know my best friend would have excelled in such situation instead of struggling through familial Poverty."

KM

Intern Student

“Partnering with Oasis has been deeply impactful. Their approach is thoughtful, youth-centered, and creates real, lasting outcomes.”

MP

Community Partner

"Volunteering at Oasis showed me what meaningful support looks like. The care, trust, and consistency truly change lives."

ST

Volunteer

"Volunteering at Oasis showed me what meaningful support looks like. The care, trust, and consistency truly change lives."

ST

Volunteer

Siv

Former Resident

“I have so much gratitude for the support and love I have received from all the people who've helped me get to where I am right now. It still baffles me that I'm currently doing what I once thought was basically unimaginable/possible for me. 

As I've said before, I will always see Oasis, not just as a program or organization, but as my family.’

WS

Resident

“I have so much gratitude for the support and love I have received from all the people who've helped me get to where I am right now. It still baffles me that I'm currently doing what I once thought was basically unimaginable/possible for me. 

As I've said before, I will always see Oasis, not just as a program or organization, but as my family.’

WS

Resident

“I am very grateful for my experience at Oasis Youth Care, it has been enlightening, challenging, and inspiring. The program fills a gap in services that are desperately needed in the Halton Region, and I am very proud to have been able to help in its mission. I am excited to follow Oasis and see how it continues to grow in the coming seasons!”

RM

Former Staff

Generous Partners and Donors
Generous Partners and Donors

Get in touch

Let’s Start a Conversation and Build Hope Together.

Whether you have questions, a referral or want to get involved, we’d love to hear from you and explore how we can work together.

Want to contact with us directly?

We’re available to connect by phone or meet with you at our office.

Call us at:

+1 (905) 901-4949

Visit us at:

1255 Gainsborough Dr, Oakville, ON L6H 2H5

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Our Resources

Insights. Issues. Real-world stories.

Explore research, perspectives, and data on youth homelessness, housing, and community-driven solutions. Curated by Oasis Youth Care — written to inform, inspire, and drive change.

Youth Homelessness

Jan 26, 2026

Youth Homelessness Demands a Different Conversation

Youth homelessness is often spoken about as if it is simply a younger version of adult homelessness. The same language. The same assumptions. The same solutions. But this approach misses the mark, and it misses young people entirely. 

Youth Homelessness

Jan 26, 2026

Youth Homelessness Demands a Different Conversation

Impact

Jan 24, 2026

Our Founder’s Story: From Grief to Purpose

Over the past five years, Oasis Youth Care has focused on one of the most fragile moments in a young person’s life. The transition into adulthood for young men aging out of care or unstable family systems is often marked by sudden loss of housing, guidance, and support. While this trajectory cannot always be prevented, it can be met with stability, relationship, and care. 

Impact

Jan 24, 2026

Our Founder’s Story: From Grief to Purpose

Impact

Jan 18, 2026

Our Impact in 5 years

Over the past five years, Oasis Youth Care has focused on one of the most fragile moments in a young person’s life. The transition into adulthood for young men aging out of care or unstable family systems is often marked by sudden loss of housing, guidance, and support. While this trajectory cannot always be prevented, it can be met with stability, relationship, and care. 

Impact

Jan 18, 2026

Our Impact in 5 years