Kindness Tour 2022

In February 2022, we launched our 6th annual KINDNESS TOUR. This charitable initiative was launched by Alex Irish in February, 2017. Over the course of 28 days we are privileged to touch many people’s lives with ‘random acts of kindness’. Positive feedback inspired us to make this an annual event!

We believe in supporting charitable causes and worthy organizations in Oakville, Burlington, Mississauga, Hamilton and beyond – where we list and sell homes. Details about the 6th edition of our Kindness Tour will be posted below and on social media throughout the month. It is our hope, that through these posts, we may inspire others to learn more about the need in our communities.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank our valued clients, friends and team members for their support of the 2022 edition of our Kindness Tour!

#oakvillekindnesstour #AlexIrishAssociatesKindnessTour

FEBRUARY 01

KERR STREET MISSION helps transform lives through their dedication in caring for Oakville’s low income and at risk families and youth. This year, we are pleased to support their mission by donating Tim Horton gift cards to help with the purchase of food and brighten the day for a few of their most vulnerable families.

FEBRUARY 02

THE COMPASS in Port Credit provides ‘help for today, hope for tomorrow’. Operating since 2002, they provide a welcoming place for members of their community to come for help. They offer immediate assistance with groceries and work with their clients offering practical and spiritual support. We were pleased to donate to their food market.

FEBRUARY 03

Heartache2Hope offers support to survivors of suicide loss in Halton and the surrounding communities.

Link: https://heartache2hope.com/

FEBRUARY 04

Alex Irish & Associates made a donation to one of our local schools, Pine Grove Public School

Link: https://pin.hdsb.ca/

FEBRUARY 05

This organization delivers innovative programs and powerful advocacy that empower people impacted by blindness to live their dreams and tear down barriers to inclusion.

Link: https://www.cnib.ca/en?region=on

FEBRUARY 06

This organization, in partnership with the community, feeds students healthy food so they can succeed.

Link: https://www.haltonfoodforthought.com/

FEBRUARY 07

Distress Centre Halton Oakville

This organization supports people in our community to better cope with crisis, loneliness, and emotional stress.

Link: https://www.dchalton.ca/

FEBRUARY 08

Scott Mission

This organization is a Christian, non-denominational, faith-based street mission in downtown Toronto, serving the poor and needy of our city.

Their various ministries offer support and provisions for the homeless, low-income families, and children and youth.

Link: https://www.scottmission.com/

FEBRUARY 09

Kerr Street Ministries

Alex Irish & Associates donated warm winter coats to a family.

FEBRUARY 10

Kerr Street Ministries

Alex Irish & Associates donated winter boots to a family.

FEBRUARY 11

Menstruation products are a basic necessity. But if you’re living in poverty – or vulnerable in other ways – access to tampons, pads, cups or menstrual underwear, can be challenging.

Link: https://www.uwhh.ca/periodpromise/

FEBRUARY 12

Food4Kids provides packages of healthy food for elementary age kids with limited or no access to food each weekend.

Link: https://www.food4kidshalton.ca/

FEBRUARY 13

The Good Shepherd Venture Centre Emergency Food Program is a dignified, efficient and safe space where emergency food and clothing is easily accessible for clients.

Link: https://www.goodshepherdcentres.ca/services/emergency-food/

FEBRUARY 14

Since our inception in 1995, Food for Life has rescued over 26 million pounds of food by collecting surplus perishable food (fruit and vegetables, dairy, meat and prepared foods) from both retail and wholesale food suppliers and grocery stores.

Link: https://foodforlife.ca/

FEBRUARY 15

Donation made to one of our local public schools.

Link: https://oak.hdsb.ca/

FEBRUARY 16

We are a non-profit registered charity that has been run entirely by volunteers since 1987. We currently have about 700 households registered with us for support. This is about 2,500 individuals, many of whom are children.

Link: https://oakvillefoodbank.com/

FEBRUARY 17

More than a meal, we are a non-profit, multi-social service agency who believes every person deserves access to healthy food, safe housing, and opportunities for tomorrow.

Link: https://mission-services.com/

FEBRUARY 18

Organization helping individuals who are experiencing a housing crisis and are in immediate need of shelter – Lighthouse Emergency Shelter (through Salvation Army)

Link: https://www.facebook.com/TSAHaltonLighthouse

FEBRUARY 19

Mental health is different for everyone, and talking about it can bring up strong emotions. Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 to help boost understanding of mental health so you can feel more empowered to talk about it.

Link: https://kidshelpphone.ca/

FEBRUARY 20

Proper nutrition empowers seniors and those with health concerns to live fulfilled lives independently. A daily visit nourishes the soul, ensures connection with the community and gives peace of mind to families.

Link: https://www.oakvillemealsonwheels.com/

FEBRUARY 21

With 330 community locations, CMHA is a nationwide organization that promotes mental health and supports people recovering from mental illness.

Link: https://cmha.ca/

FEBRUARY 22

As Canada’s federation of SPCAs and humane societies, Humane Canada™ advances the welfare of animals with a strong national voice, promoting the interests and concerns of animal welfare to government, policy makers, industry and public.

Link: https://omhs.ca/

FEBRUARY 23

The Nourishing Neighbours program works in partnership with Food for Life to provide food, grocery items, and essential supplies to local residents in need of a helping hand.

Link: https://stlukepalermo.ca/

FEBRUARY 24

CWSDS Is A Leader In Supporting Individuals With Developmental Disabilities, With A Focus On Complex Needs

Link: http://cwsds.ca/en/home/

FEBRUARY 25

Open Doors is a community hub with multiple programs and visiting services that work towards a more resilient Burlington.

Link: https://stcb.ca/open-doors/clothing-food/

FEBRUARY 26

Alex Irish & Associates are a proud sponsor of Zonta Celebrates International Women’s Day (March 2nd – 13th). Zonta International envisions a world in which women’s rights are recognized as human rights and every woman is able to achieve her full potential.

Link: https://zontacelebrates.ca/

FEBRUARY 27

Alex Irish & Associates have delivered a very early Christmas present to the Oakville Symphony, becoming the new sponsor of their popular Family Christmas Concert in December 2022.

Link: https://oakvillesymphony.com/

FEBURARY 28

Paid It Forward At The Tim Horton’s Drive-Thru! Our team “paid it forward” at a local Tim Horton’s Drive-Thru. We purchased the morning coffees for all the cars behind us. We encourage you to try it out too. Although it is a small gesture, it means a lot to some people (especially on a cold winter day).

OREA'S REAL HEART FEATURE

Alex Irish & Associates were nominated for the OREA Real Heart feature, for the annual Kindness Tour. Our team will be featured on the OREA Real Heart website and their social media.

“At OREA, we want to celebrate individuals giving back to their communities and harness the power of collective impact. That’s why we launched the Real Heart initiative – to highlight the good work done by Ontario REALTORS® in their communities.”

Link: https://realheart.ca/