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Whole Way House in the news.

From national newspapers to local broadcasts, our work building community in non-profit housing has been recognized across Canada.

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In the Media

Years of impactful stories highlighting our work with seniors, veterans, and vulnerable communities across Metro Vancouver.

VideoMay 4, 2025

BC Housing cuts program funding, leaving Metro Vancouver seniors at risk

CBC News Vancouver

VideoApril 10, 2025

Vancouver police investigating assault, death of 92-year-old senior

CBC British Columbia

Radio2025

Devastating funding cuts — CBC's Stephen Quinn interviews President Jenny Konkin

CBC Radio — The Early Edition

Video2025

Province stops funding for charity that supports low-income seniors

Global News

Video2025

Global News: Seniors funding coverage (extended)

Global News

VideoApril 4, 2025

Vancouver police take safety message to Downtown Eastside seniors

Global News

Video2025

Previously homeless vet says there's help for the others here

Global News

DTES organization helping hundreds of low-income seniors vote
ArticleOctober 2024

DTES organization helping hundreds of low-income seniors vote

City News

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Advocates sound alarm at growing number of homeless seniors
VideoOctober 2023

Advocates sound alarm at growing number of homeless seniors

Global News

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Aging in the Right Place — Survey data with older adults experiencing housing insecurities
ResearchJuly 2022

Aging in the Right Place — Survey data with older adults experiencing housing insecurities

Simon Fraser University

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New pilot project supports isolated low-income seniors
ArticleSeptember 2022

New pilot project supports isolated low-income seniors

Vancouver Sun

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It's heartbreaking: Many more B.C. seniors asking for help
ArticleNovember 2020

It's heartbreaking: Many more B.C. seniors asking for help

Vancouver Sun

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Growing number of Vancouver-area seniors facing housing crisis
ArticleNovember 2020

Growing number of Vancouver-area seniors facing housing crisis

The Globe and Mail

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Seniors mental health and expanded support services
ArticleNovember 2020

Seniors mental health and expanded support services

The Province

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Seniors struggle to find information on voting
ArticleOctober 2020

Seniors struggle to find information on voting

CTV News

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Un organisme livre des repas pour aînés à faible revenu
ArticleOctober 2020

Un organisme livre des repas pour aînés à faible revenu

Radio-Canada

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Video2020

A Remembrance Day to Remember

Breakfast Television

Video2020

Seniors meal delivery update: Over 80,000 meals served in Vancouver

Whole Way House

Video2020

Famous violinist plays O Canada for vets

Whole Way House

Video2020

Eden Cafe donates their space

Coastal Church

Because of generous partners like the Eden Cafe, we are able to serve vulnerable seniors and veterans across Vancouver.

Daily Hive: WWH Meal Delivery Program during COVID-19
Article2020

Daily Hive: WWH Meal Delivery Program during COVID-19

Daily Hive Vancouver

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Lynda learns about Vancouver's growing seniors homelessness population
Radio2019

Lynda learns about Vancouver's growing seniors homelessness population

CKNW 980

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Radio2019

Jody interviews Jenny Konkin about the 7th Annual Family Picnic

CKNW 980

Radio2018

Whole Way House featured on Get Inspired Talks podcast

Get Inspired Talks

Podcast episode featuring co-founder Jenny Konkin discussing providing hope, purpose and dignity to vulnerable seniors and veterans.

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An Earls-hosted picnic is taking over Stanley Park this weekend
Article2018

An Earls-hosted picnic is taking over Stanley Park this weekend

Daily Hive Vancouver

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Article2018

Honouring Our 97 year old WWII Veteran

Global News

A special ceremony honouring a 97-year-old WWII veteran at Veterans Manor.

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Top 40 Under 40 — Jenny Konkin
Article2018

Top 40 Under 40 — Jenny Konkin

Business in Vancouver

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Article2017

Chopped Charity Challenge — Fundraising Event

Whole Way House

A fundraising event bringing together chefs and community supporters to raise funds for Whole Way House programs.

Video2017

How The Whole Way House Is Changing Lives

Breakfast Television

Video2017

Restoring Dignity To Those On The Downtown Eastside

Breakfast Television

Feature on how Whole Way House is restoring dignity to residents in the Downtown Eastside through community programs.

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Article2017

Whole Way House provides a welcoming space for DTES tenants

Daily Hive Vancouver

Feature on how Whole Way House creates a welcoming and supportive environment for tenants in Downtown Eastside housing.

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Article2015

Avalon Hotel crock pot cooking class brings taste of home to Downtown Eastside

CBC News

CBC feature on the cooking classes at the Avalon Hotel, giving residents an opportunity to learn how to prepare nutritious meals.

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Article2016

Making Connections and Making a Difference

Daily Hive Vancouver

Feature on Whole Way House's impact in building connections and community among DTES residents.

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Article2016

Cooking class puts empowerment at top of menu

Whole Way House

How Whole Way House cooking classes empower residents with skills and confidence.

Video2016

How Love Works

Whole Way House

Video2016

Slow Cooking Secrets with Chef David Robertson

Whole Way House

Jody Vance gleans slow cooking secrets from Chef David Robertson from The Dirty Apron. Chef David also discusses his new slow cooking program for Whole Way House.

Radio2016

Rod Janz interviews Jenny Konkin on Fuel Radio

Fuel Radio

Video2015

Whole Way House on Breakfast Television — Family Picnic

Breakfast Television

Jenny sits down with Riaz Meghji at Breakfast Television to share about Whole Way House, how attending Games Night helped Ron get a job, and the 2nd Annual Family Picnic in the Park.

Article2015

For the love of dog

Vancouver Metro

The Vancouver Metro covers a story about Gary, who overcame his addiction to drugs out of fear of health concerns for his beloved canine companion, Kolby.

Video2015

Whole Way House on Breakfast Television

Breakfast Television