Serving our community
Empowering asylum-seekers and people who are unhoused since 1984
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 and Vision
Mission Statement and Vision
Mission Statement and Vision
Our mission is to provide safe, accessible, and compassionate emergency shelter to asylum seekers and unhoused individuals in our community, ensuring dignity and respect while connecting residents to essential services and pathways towards stability and integration.
Our vision is to be a welcoming community where everyone has access to secure shelter, food security, support, and opportunities to rebuild their lives with dignity, hope, and belonging.
Core Values
Mission Statement and Vision
Mission Statement and Vision
Casa El Norte’s core values are based on respect, compassion, empowerment,
accessibility, and equity to ensure the wellbeing of residents and the community.
Our History
Mission Statement and Vision
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, 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 through the link below
- e-transfer at office@casaelnorte281.com
- cheque to P.O Box 1373 Fort Erie RPO Garrison L2A 6G2.
Tax receipt for donations over $25.00
Files coming soon.
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Casa El Norte
Fort Erie, ON, Canada P.O Box 1373 Fort Erie RPO Garrison L2A 6G2
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