Casa El Norte Emergency Shelter
Empowering people who are unhoused and asylum-seekers since 1984
Every person has the basic human right to safe housing
Our Impact
Casa El Norte is one of the oldest emergency shelters in Canada for asylum-seekers and a first home to more than 10,000 people from over 100 countries since 1984. Beginning as a grassroots movement to respond to the needs of asylum seekers, Casa continues to be a safe haven for new beginnings for asylum seekers and unhoused individuals in Fort Erie and the Niagara Region.
Mission Statement
Mission Statement
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide a safe, accessible and compassionate response to homelessness and food insecurity for neighbours in the Greater Fort Erie community, ensuring dignity and respect in connecting them to essential services and pathways towards stability and integration.
Vision Statement
Mission Statement
Mission Statement
Our vision is to be a welcoming community that utilizes a social medicine model and collaboration to ensure our neighbours have access to secure shelter, food, support and opportunities to rebuild their lives with dignity, hope and belonging.
Our History
Mission Statement
Our History
Casa El Norte was founded by local families moved to action after meeting Isaac, a
young refugee who survived violence in El Salvador and arrived at the Peace Bridge.
Since 1984, this spirit of compassion has empowered a volunteer-led movement that
has supported over 10,000 asylum seekers with shelter, safety, and a fresh start.
Casa El Norte: Connecting Communities
Donations Needed:
Non-perishable food, coffee, sugar, flour, diapers, feminine hygiene products, childrens school supplies, hygiene products, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant, and soap.
See the full list for donations that will have the most impact!
Thank you for your generosity; however, due to our limited space Casa does not accept dishes, cups, mugs, utensils, pots and pans, clothing, bedding, other fabric items, electronics, mattresses, or furniture.
Donate through:
Canada Helps: click on the link below
e-transfer: office@casaelnorte281.com
cheque:
P.O. Box 1373,
Fort Erie RPO Garrison
Fort Erie, ON
L2A 6G2
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Casa El Norte
P.O. Box 1373, Fort Erie RPO Garrison, Fort Erie Ontario Canada L2A 6G2
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