Welcoming Our New Team Members

We’re excited to welcome two incredible new additions to the Kids Kottage team, Erin Fast and Kassidy Nicholson. Their passion, creativity, and commitment to supporting children and families in our community make them wonderful additions to our Kottage family. Erin Fast Erin Fast joins us as our new Operations Manager, where she oversees daily operations, supports strategic planning, and strengthens …

Urban Barn’s Blanket the Country 2025

  This October, Kids Kottage is proud to be part of Urban Barn’s Blanket the Country campaign. For more than a decade, Urban Barn has been giving back through this nationwide initiative, donating over 70,000 blankets and nearly $90,000 to charities across Canada. This year, they are taking it one step further by pairing each of their 54 stores with …

Finning Volunteers Bring Comfort and Care to Kids Kottage

Kids Kottage was fortunate to welcome four dedicated volunteers from the Finning team: Cassandra, Sarah, Lacee, and John. Their kindness and willingness to give back filled our kitchen with warmth and the delicious aroma of home-cooked meals. Together, they prepared hearty spaghetti meat sauce, classic meatloaf, and sweet banana bread. These meals provided more than nourishment. They offered comfort to …

Staff Service Awards

Celebrating Dedication: Kids Kottage Staff Service Awards At Kids Kottage, we know that real change starts with people who care deeply and act boldly. This summer, we had the honour of celebrating a group of incredible individuals whose years of service reflect just that. These team members have gone above and beyond in their roles, helping to provide refuge, support, …

Stories from the Kottage

From Uncertainty to Stability – A Mother’s Journey Toward Hope A single mother reached out to Kids Kottage in an ongoing state of crisis. She had no permanent housing and had been sleeping in her car or temporarily staying with friends for over six months. Compounding these challenges were significant mental health struggles, including persistent thoughts of hopelessness. She was …