John Howard Society of Fredericton
@johnhowardfred.bsky.social
The purpose of this organization is to assist inmates, ex-offenders, and those considered to be at risk to offend (due to their economic, emotional, social, or other factors) in their attempts to re-enter the circles of mainstream society.
Hello friends! If you’re considering making a donation to support our work, now is a wonderful time to do so. Donations can be made online at: www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/91864, and you’ll receive your 2025 charitable tax receipt immediately. Thank you for your support!
December 29, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Hello friends! If you’re considering making a donation to support our work, now is a wonderful time to do so. Donations can be made online at: www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/91864, and you’ll receive your 2025 charitable tax receipt immediately. Thank you for your support!
We know this can be a difficult time of year, so this is a reminder that 9-8-8 is available any time, any day, and throughout the holiday period. If you’re struggling, you can always reach out to us for support. We're here when you need us.
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December 23, 2025 at 2:36 PM
We know this can be a difficult time of year, so this is a reminder that 9-8-8 is available any time, any day, and throughout the holiday period. If you’re struggling, you can always reach out to us for support. We're here when you need us.
#988Canada
#988Canada
Nous savons que cette période de l'année peut être difficile, alors nous vous rappelons que le 9-8-8 est disponible à tout moment, n'importe quel jour, et pendant toute la période des fêtes. Nous sommes là quand vous avez besoin de nous.
#988Canada
#988Canada
December 23, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Nous savons que cette période de l'année peut être difficile, alors nous vous rappelons que le 9-8-8 est disponible à tout moment, n'importe quel jour, et pendant toute la période des fêtes. Nous sommes là quand vous avez besoin de nous.
#988Canada
#988Canada
Donald Parker, one of our peer support workers, shared this poem at the memorial service held to honour those who passed over the past year. His words beautifully capture the deep emotions and shared sense of loss we feel as we remember and honour the lives of those we have lost.
December 22, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Donald Parker, one of our peer support workers, shared this poem at the memorial service held to honour those who passed over the past year. His words beautifully capture the deep emotions and shared sense of loss we feel as we remember and honour the lives of those we have lost.
Today, clients and staff of the Oak Centre came together to celebrate the Holiday Season!
December 19, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Today, clients and staff of the Oak Centre came together to celebrate the Holiday Season!
This afternoon, we honoured and remembered the friends we have lost over the past year. Each of these friends had experienced homelessness, and each of them left a lasting impression on our lives. We miss them and we will remember them always.
December 18, 2025 at 7:53 PM
This afternoon, we honoured and remembered the friends we have lost over the past year. Each of these friends had experienced homelessness, and each of them left a lasting impression on our lives. We miss them and we will remember them always.
A huge thank-you to the Hope City Church Worship Team! We are so grateful for their generous donation of 175 thoughtfully prepared gift bags, which we’ll be sharing on December 25 at our Ironwood Resource Centre with clients experiencing homelessness.
December 18, 2025 at 2:02 PM
A huge thank-you to the Hope City Church Worship Team! We are so grateful for their generous donation of 175 thoughtfully prepared gift bags, which we’ll be sharing on December 25 at our Ironwood Resource Centre with clients experiencing homelessness.
Seeking donations for clients moving into apartments in January.
December 18, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Seeking donations for clients moving into apartments in January.
Our incredible Street Outreach team was out in the community spreading some holiday cheer — sharing cards, hot chocolate, and donuts with the many people we provide services to.
December 15, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Our incredible Street Outreach team was out in the community spreading some holiday cheer — sharing cards, hot chocolate, and donuts with the many people we provide services to.
If you feel isolated, disconnected, or hopeless, you can always reach out to 9-8-8 for help. It does not matter what your situation is, we’re here to listen and offer support. Day or night, across Canada, our responders are available 7 days a week by phone or by text.
#988Canada
#988Canada
December 9, 2025 at 2:29 PM
If you feel isolated, disconnected, or hopeless, you can always reach out to 9-8-8 for help. It does not matter what your situation is, we’re here to listen and offer support. Day or night, across Canada, our responders are available 7 days a week by phone or by text.
#988Canada
#988Canada
Si vous vous sentez isolé, déconnecté ou désespéré, vous pouvez toujours contacter le 9-8-8. Quelle que soit votre situation, nous sommes là pour vous écouter et vous soutenir. Nos intervenants sont là pour vous, 7 jours sur 7, partout au canada, par téléphone ou par message texte.
#988Canada
#988Canada
December 9, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Si vous vous sentez isolé, déconnecté ou désespéré, vous pouvez toujours contacter le 9-8-8. Quelle que soit votre situation, nous sommes là pour vous écouter et vous soutenir. Nos intervenants sont là pour vous, 7 jours sur 7, partout au canada, par téléphone ou par message texte.
#988Canada
#988Canada
On Thursday, December 18th the John Howard Society of Fredericton and The Fredericton Homeless Shelters will be hosting a Memorial Service for those who experienced homelessness and who passed away over the past year.
December 8, 2025 at 1:35 PM
On Thursday, December 18th the John Howard Society of Fredericton and The Fredericton Homeless Shelters will be hosting a Memorial Service for those who experienced homelessness and who passed away over the past year.
Today, some of our staff rolled up their sleeves to help adapt toys for children with disabilities. We were proud to join community members in supporting the Neil Squire Society’s Hacking of the Holidays project—making play more accessible for every child. www.neilsquire.ca/hacking-for-....
December 3, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Today, some of our staff rolled up their sleeves to help adapt toys for children with disabilities. We were proud to join community members in supporting the Neil Squire Society’s Hacking of the Holidays project—making play more accessible for every child. www.neilsquire.ca/hacking-for-....
The Oak Centre Café is all decked out for the holiday season!
This space is for our residents and clients and provides a great place for socializing, peer support, and a spot to grab some food and a nice hot coffee.
This space is for our residents and clients and provides a great place for socializing, peer support, and a spot to grab some food and a nice hot coffee.
December 1, 2025 at 3:31 PM
The Oak Centre Café is all decked out for the holiday season!
This space is for our residents and clients and provides a great place for socializing, peer support, and a spot to grab some food and a nice hot coffee.
This space is for our residents and clients and provides a great place for socializing, peer support, and a spot to grab some food and a nice hot coffee.
Our Oak Centre Shelter, a 30-bed low-barrier facility, provides a vital service. Between April 1 and October 31st, we have had our beds used 5468 times. Even during the warmer months, our occupancy rate was over 85%, and we anticipate that this will increase as we get into the colder weather.
November 27, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Our Oak Centre Shelter, a 30-bed low-barrier facility, provides a vital service. Between April 1 and October 31st, we have had our beds used 5468 times. Even during the warmer months, our occupancy rate was over 85%, and we anticipate that this will increase as we get into the colder weather.
Not sure how to ask someone in your life if they're thinking about suicide? Call or text 9-8-8. We can help you, so you can help them.
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#988Canada
November 24, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Not sure how to ask someone in your life if they're thinking about suicide? Call or text 9-8-8. We can help you, so you can help them.
#988Canada
#988Canada
Vous ne savez pas comment demander à une personne de votre entourage si elle pense au suicide? Appelez ou texter le 9-8-8. Nous pouvons vous aider, afin que vous puissiez les aider.
#988Canada
#988Canada
November 24, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Vous ne savez pas comment demander à une personne de votre entourage si elle pense au suicide? Appelez ou texter le 9-8-8. Nous pouvons vous aider, afin que vous puissiez les aider.
#988Canada
#988Canada
We are overwhelmed by the generosity of our friends at Journey Church Fredericton who responded to our request for snacks, winter hats, scarves, handwarmers, etc. They made this huge donation of items for our clients experiencing homelessness. Thank you, Journey Church! This means so much!
November 18, 2025 at 3:57 PM
We are overwhelmed by the generosity of our friends at Journey Church Fredericton who responded to our request for snacks, winter hats, scarves, handwarmers, etc. They made this huge donation of items for our clients experiencing homelessness. Thank you, Journey Church! This means so much!
Our weekly peer support group meetings are open to anyone in the local community. We offer an inclusive, non-judgmental atmosphere for all participants.
November 17, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Our weekly peer support group meetings are open to anyone in the local community. We offer an inclusive, non-judgmental atmosphere for all participants.
We are absolutely thrilled to welcome back Liberty as our LEAD SPONSOR! Liberty will be on site to cheer on all of our walkers. Thank you, Liberty for your ongoing support of our work!
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November 13, 2025 at 6:57 PM
We are absolutely thrilled to welcome back Liberty as our LEAD SPONSOR! Liberty will be on site to cheer on all of our walkers. Thank you, Liberty for your ongoing support of our work!
Will you walk with us? cnoy.org/location/fre... #cnoy
Will you walk with us? cnoy.org/location/fre... #cnoy
On 5 July 1916, the Department of Defence and Militia authorized the formation of No. 2 Construction Battalion. It was the largest Black unit in Canadian history. On Remembrance Day, we once again laid a wreath in their honour.
We will remember!
We will remember!
November 12, 2025 at 7:47 PM
On 5 July 1916, the Department of Defence and Militia authorized the formation of No. 2 Construction Battalion. It was the largest Black unit in Canadian history. On Remembrance Day, we once again laid a wreath in their honour.
We will remember!
We will remember!