2007 annual report

evas initiatives

our mission:

is to work collaboratively with homeless and at-risk youth to help them reach their potential to lead productive, selfsufficient and healthy lives by providing safe shelter and a range of services, and to create long term solutions for homeless youth by developing and implementing proactive and progressive services.

message from evas executive director & president

Throughout 2007 work progressed on many areas of the Strategic Plan The plan is ambitious and focuses on key areas necessary to build the capacity of the organization to ensure we are in the strongest position possible to meet the demands and the challenges anticipated in the coming years. While many people continue to be impressed and amazed by the scope and creativity of work being done at all our sites and through our National Initiative Program, there are still too many people who have not heard of Evas Initiatives or the groundbreaking work we do. Raising the profile of the organization is one of the key components of the Strategic Plan, and an area where considerable work must be done with very limited resources. Progress was made with the long-awaited start to construction for the new Eva`s Satellite facility. Currently the estimate for completion of constructions and occupancy of the new building is the summer of 2008. The new facility will allow us to expand our Harm Reduction programming and introduce several other critical programs. 2007 saw the expansion of our Family Reconnect and Independent Living Programs at Evas Place. Both programs continue to provide essential supports to youth and their families, and to youth preparing to move out into the community and start homes of their own. Plans have been finalized for the expansion of Eva`s Phoenix Training and Employment Centre thanks to a Tribute Dinner to Buzz Hargrove of the Canadian Auto Workers Union. Funds raised will cover the construction cost of the expansion and establish a program fund to ensure that innovative training and employment work at Evas Phoenix continues. Our National Initiative Program completed the second year of Innovation Awards, and the Learning Community Network is firmly established with participants from across the country coming together to share knowledge and resources for the first time in such a unique and supportive model. Evas continues to thrive and to search for new answers and approaches to the vast array of disadvantages and challenges experienced by the youth we serve. We are well positioned to take on these challenges with the support of a very strong and committed Board of Directors, a dedicated staff, and an ever growing base of support from individuals and organizations in the community.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Executive Director & President Report _____________ 2 Evas Initiatives Overview _________ 3 Evas Place Year in Review _________ 4 Evas Satellite Year in Review _______ 6 Evas Phoenix Year in Review _______ 8 National Initiative ______________ 11 Volunteer Resources ____________ 12 Anti-Oppression/Diversity Committee __________________ 12 Resource Development __________ 12 Financial Statements ___________ 13 Circle of Support _______________ 14

2007 BOArd OF dirECTOrS

Ken Silver, President David St. Amand, Vice-President Colin Phillips, Treasurer directors Emree Siaroff, Past President Heather Brown Jean-Paul Brown Michael Cossar Ettie Dawkins Nicholas W. Dureault Jennifer Ocampo-King Patricia Gloudon Jane Haberbusch David Shiner Honorary Board Members Ed Smith Edeva Smith Ex-Officio Maria Crawford, Executive Director
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Maria Crawford Executive Director

Ken Silver President

Eva Smith

1923-1993

who we are
evas place

Evas Initiatives is a charitable organization assisting homeless youth, aged 16-24, to move off the streets permanently. Our three unique facilities, Evas Place, Evas Satellite and Evas Phoenix offer long-term solutions to youth homelessness.

A 32-bed emergency shelter in the Leslie & 401 area of North York, often the first stop for youth who become homeless Offers services to ensure that youth can make safe and informed decisions rovides valuable case management services for youth in the shelter P Home of the groundbreaking Family Reconnect Program, helping youth rebuild relationships with their families and preventing youth from turning to the streets in the first place Provides an Independent Living Program to help youth move from the shelter to independent living

Eva Smith was a community outreach worker and counsellor who knew and understood people in despair, particularly youth. She was a woman of action, determination and persistence. In 1987, she helped to found the North York Emergency Home for Youth. Her work and advocacy resulted in the construction of our first shelter, Evas Place, which was named in her honour. Eva Smiths mission was to use her skills and her knowledge of how the social services system works to help people find solutions to their problems. As our organization continues to grow and provide innovative approaches to meet the ever-changing needs of homeless youth, Evas Initiatives and the work we do stands as a proud tribute to her vision and pioneering work with homeless youth.

evas satellite evas phoenix

A 30-bed emergency shelter in North York ffers innovative programming for youth who are using drugs and alcohol O he only youth shelter in Toronto that operates from a harm-reduction perT spective, offering counselling, life skills workshops and recreation activities

EvAS STAFF

Program and Senior Managers Evas Administrative Office 416-977-4497 Maria Crawford, Executive Director Marie MacCormack, Director of Development Jennifer Morris, Director National Initiatives Wendy Telfer, Director of Finance Paul Turkki, Manager Human Resources Evas Place 416-229-2810 Morag Perkins, General Manager John Doolittle, Site Operations Manager Nancy Abrams, Supervisor Family Reconnect Kesha Bains, Program Supervisor Enrique Robert, Program Manager Evas Satellite 416-229-1874 Morag Perkins, General Manager John Doolittle, Site Operations Manager Monica Waldman, Residential Supervisor Evas Phoenix 416-364-4716 Clovis Grant, General Manager Suganthy Barnett, Site Operations Manager Andrew Macdonald, Manager, Social Enterprise Todd Hiuser, Manager, Employment Services Elaine Belore, Program, Supervisor Ros Tierney, Manager, Housing & Community
Supports

50-bed transitional housing and employment training facility in downtown A Toronto outh may live in its shared townhouse-style units for up to one year Y ffers innovative programs that train homeless and at-risk youth and help O them find employment and housing ome to an employment preparation and work experience program assisting H youth up to the age of 29 to secure long-term careers ome to the Phoenix Print Shop, an awarding winning social enterprise ofH fering competitive graphic communications services and a training program for youth.

evas national initiative

ssists organizations across Canada to develop their own integrated models A of housing, employment training, social enterprise and mentorship support, for homeless and at-risk youth mplements annual innovation awards to organizations across Canada that I provide exemplary integrated services for homeless youth oordinates a national Learning Community on Youth Homelessness, a forum C where leaders in the field across Canada come together to collaborate on issues of common interest and concern

Tony Ellington, Housing Team Supervisor

EVAS INITIATIVES 2007 ANNUAL REPORT

reconnect

residential Clients Served: 713 Non-residential Clients Served: 153 Occupancy rate: 87.6%

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evas place 2007

2007 was an extremely busy year at Evas Place, as we worked on the development of the programming related to the Independent Living Program, ensuring coordination with the groups offered through the Family Reconnect Program. Many of the youth who come to Evas Place are very young, between 16-18. For these youth, finishing high school is the most important focus, and so the Independent Living Program established links with high schools, alternative schools, literacy programs and G.E.D. programs. The opening of the Independent Living Room, with computer and internet access, is a great help for youth in reaching their education goals. Staff at Evas Place presented many different workshops and individual support to help youth develop the skills necessary to live independently. For many, the support they most need is individual counselling to rebuild their self-esteem, to learn positive communication skills through role modeling and to believe in themselves. These develop when that they have someone behind them, helping them through hard times and celebrating the good times. Many youth arrive at Evas Place directly from Childrens Aid Society with a multitude of complex counselling needs. The Family Reconnect Program works very closely with the shelter staff and the Independent Living Program to ensure that these youth receive the support they need to make the critical transition from group home care to independence. In 2007 the Family Reconnect Program was expanded to work specifically with those youth experiencing mental health challenges, helping them access appropriate community services, mental health assessments and medical assistance where necessary. For young people, this is a critical stage in ensuring that the appropriate diagnosis is arrived at and positive community links are established. The Family Reconnect Program also was expanded to include the development of the Parents and Youth Advisory Committee and the Parents Helping Parents Phone Service. Both of these additions will be further developed in 2008, providing a broader range of supports and services to young people and their families. The Family Reconnect Program moved to its own wing in the shelter, allowing for family sessions to remain confidential from the shelter activities. The new wing includes a lending library of resources for parents and youth, a redecorated counselling and group therapy room as well as a new office for the expansion of the program to include a new Family Intervention Counsellor. As a socially responsible company, Enbridge likes to support organizations that build a healthy and vibrant community. Evas Initiatives is one of those organizations that just doesnt provide shelter and food to youth in need but provides life skills to get them back on their feet. I like to call it a homeless shelter with a twist. An organization that recognizes that the success of a community is dependant on the success of each individual no matter what circumstances, no matter what hardship and no matter what skill level. By preparing these youth to make a difference in their community, we can realize the dream of a healthy and vibrant community. That is why Enbridge believes and supports the independent living program at Evas. Keep up the great work.

Manager, Community Relations Public & Government Affairs Enbridge Gas Distribution

Manny Sousa

How can you not support Evas when you see the results from such a dedicated team of people, the change in the youth who seek out Evas for a home, for direction, for a reason to feel good about themselves, who find a purpose in life and the dreams for their future. I support Evas because ... Evas provides support. Because Evas provides hope, encouragement and self-sufficiency through life-skills. I support Evas because ... Evas provides optimism. I support Evas because ... Evas works!

Councillor david Shiner

Toronto City Councillor Ward 24 Willowdale

EVAS INITIATIVES 2007 ANNUAL REPORT

revitalize

residential Clients Served: 1003 Youth Participated in Harm reduction Programming: 633 Occupancy rate: 87%
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evas satellite 2007

The new facility for Evas Satellite is very near completion and we are anticipating opening doors in September, 2008. Programs and services were reviewed and evaluated in 2007 in order to start shaping the programs and services that will be offered in the new facility which will be open 24 hours a day. However, service delivery never stops, and 2007 saw many new developments within our old, inadequate building. The clients of Evas Satellite continue to represent some of the hardest to serve youth in the city, presenting many issues as complex as dual diagnosis, immigration and refugee issues, self-harming behaviours, poly-drug use, abandonment and abuse as well as literacy and developmental challenges. Although the physical constraints of the building prohibit programming or confidential counselling on-site, such opportunities are made available to the youth through proud partnerships with local community agencies, such as the Toronto Public Library and Mitchell Fields Community Centre. These partnerships allow staff to take youth off site to provide drop-in programming, which may include physical activities or resource and information-based programs. Once off site, staff have the opportunity to provide supportive counselling, referrals and information. Drop-in programming at Evas Satellite takes place four days per week, and includes a breakfast program, afternoon lunch programs, recreational activity programming as well as a weekly outdoor barbecue in the warmer months. Community Partners are critical to Evas Satellite program delivery, and will often be incorporated into the drop-in programming or clients may be referred to their services. Staff and community partners may also provide one-on-one counselling in the on-site trailer. Relevant programming partnerships include The Works, Toronto Public Health, Justice for Children and Youth and YMCA Gambling Program. Many other community partners provide staff and youth with essential training or information sessions. Some of these partners include BlackCap, Toronto Public Health, Youthlink and the Toronto Police. In 2007, residents were surveyed in to help develop and guide future programming. Statistics were gathered regarding drug use trends, recreation needs, health referrals, HIV/AIDS awareness, STI awareness and health needs. The information gathered assisted Evas Satellite in tailoring drop-in programming, and developing new partnerships relevant to the needs of the youth.

New initiatives in 2007 include:

Regular programming and visits from The Works, Toronto Public Health to facilitate needle and crack kit exchanges Healthy sexuality workshops which now include access to the female condom Updated overdose protocols with input from community partners through the Harm Reduction Task Force Programming for pregnant women through Hard at Risk Prenatal. The Harm Reduction Worker teamed up with Community Outreach Worker to ensure that homeless youth in the surrounding area are aware of the services of Evas Satellite

CLiENT APPrECiATiON AwArdS

Evas Satellite introduced monthly Client Appreciation Awards to emphasize the many positive changes that the youth make toward their goals. These may appear as minor steps to some, but the staff of Evas Satellite know how hard each youth works to achieve the goals of a safer life. The Award includes a card signed by all the staff, a framed certificate and a gift specifically chosen for that youth. This has proven very positive, and youth greatly enjoy the attention and validation. Evas Satellite is very proud to be a community partner with the Toronto Police, with whom we continue to participate in monthly foot patrols in order to address any concerns the police may have regarding the activities of the youth of Evas Satellite, and to inform and assist staff with any concerns the youth have experienced.

EVAS INITIATIVES 2007 ANNUAL REPORT

rebuild

residential Clients Served: 160 referrals from community agencies: 222 Occupancy rate: 87%

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evas phoenix 2007

Evas Phoenix is a transitional housing and employment training facility in Toronto, where 50 youth aged 16 to 24 years may live for up to one year in townhouse-style units. What sets Evas Phoenix apart is the innovative partnership-based employment programs that train and find employment for homeless youth in jobs that offer the potential for a long-term career. These programs are supported by mentorship initiatives and a variety of life skills programs to help our youth succeed in developing long-term self-sufficiency in their housing and employment. Thanks to the support of the staff and their encouragement, I was able to improve my skills in many ways and work on my short term and long term goals. Evas Phoenix is not a shelter to me it was my home and the staff and the residents were my family , I never realized how much having that kind of support could mean so much. - H.M. graduate in 2007 A minor fire in 2007 resulted in the closure of three houses for four months. No injuries resulted but water damage was significant. Construction ended in time for us to host our annual December Holiday party which was a tremendous success with more than 100 in attendance including current and many past graduates. As in 2006, volunteers from Eglinton-St. George United Church prepared a wonderful feast, provided non-stop entertainment and purchased and wrapped gifts for all the youth. We are truly grateful for their support, as well as that of a number of other individuals and community groups who supported our program throughout the past year. They include Rosedale United Church, University of Toronto Muslim Student Association, Deloitte, BMO Private Banking, United Jewish Appeal, Debbie Rix and Lance Wilson with staff from Canadian Tire who renovated our food room. The Buzz Hargrove Training Supports program continues to provide the skills and supports to youth that are integral to their success. Activities in 2007, included a more coordinated approach to outreach and assessment to ensure the prospective clients better understand the focus of our program. Creating effective action plans with our clients continues to be important, since mental health and addictions are significant issues faced by many of our clients.. We continued to benefit from the presence of a mental health worker from the New Outlook Program who provided support to the residents and staff as needed. Another part of the training supports program involves financial management. Youth are required to save 30% of their earnings, which are returned to them at the end of their stay to assist with housing start-up costs. In 2007, this translated to nearly $67,000 being saved by Phoenix residents. A final component of the Training Supports program is the Youth Achievement Award which recognizes the success of program graduates who demonstrate excellence in achieving their career-focused goals. This past year, the award was presented to Ali Mohamed and Haifa Malko who were peer mentors and leaders while living at Phoenix. They each secured their own apartment, have maintained their jobs and are enrolled in post secondary studies. Congratulations Ali and Haifa. Of the clients who moved out of Evas Phoenix in 2007, more than 60% moved into stable housing in the community. Finding affordable housing continues to be a challenge in an expensive city like Toronto and a number of the youth leaving Phoenix in the past year were referred to the new Housing Allowance Program offered through the City of Toronto, which supplements their rent for five years to assist them in maintaining their apartment. There are very few mentorship programs geared specifically to homeless youth. The Phoenix Mentorship Program builds confidence and self-esteem and opens doors to a broader social network. Whats changed about me is she (my mentor) showed me different ways of dealing with my anger and that helps me. Now I dont drink because of my anger, but listen to music or whatever, so shes helped me change a lot. protg ..I am still a bag of emotions, but she helped me cope with that and deal with it. Yeah, if I am angry, Im not punching a hole in the wall. Im dealing with it. protg I wanted to tell you that I moved in to my own place last Sunday and its all thanks to the opportunity you and Evas set up for me - thank you thank you thank you and thank you. - 2007 graduate via email

EVAS INITIATIVES 2007 ANNUAL REPORT

PHOENix PriNT SHOP

As the first featured enterprise of the Toronto Enterprise Fund our Phoenix Print Shop was described as one of the most successful social purpose enterprises in Toronto. It is a socially and environmentally responsible commercial printer that operates Foundations of Print, an award-winning training program for Evas Phoenix youth. The Print Shop was a 2007 Toronto Community Foundation Vital Ideas Award Winner, recognizing leading edge programs that combine experience, expertise and ingenuity to create practical solutions that strengthen Torontos vital signs. Other notable achievements include Manager Andrew Macdonald being recognized as one of the most influential people in the print industry in Canada, as well as the enterprise being chosen as one of eight projects selected from across Canada by the Van City Foundation for its Demonstrating Value Project. This project aims to establish best practices for performance management in social enterprise. The Print Shop continues to have success in connecting youth to fulltime employment. Over 80% of those who complete training connect to jobs paying a minimum of $10/hr. Through the Vital Ideas Award the enterprise improved its ability to measure its longterm social impact through adoption of the Resiliency Canada model. Resiliency Canada uses a strengthsbased approach - the belief that as opposed to emphasizing problems and vulnerabilities, individuals have strengths, resources and the ability to recover from adversities. The Resiliency tool will help youth and staff better understand both their strengths and challenges, as well as helping the enterprise demonstrate the social returns on donor contributions. On the commercial front we achieved 86% business cost recovery-- 100% being breakeven, and our target for 2009. This was almost a 30% increase from 2006, in part due to holiday card sales from our first ever Design Competition for youth.
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EMPLOYMENT PrOgrAM SuMMArY 2007 60 youth served 50 began a work experience 78% completed a work experience 2% employed or returned to school 9 after completion of work experience In the Technologies Training Program, we completed the second year of the three-year program funded by Raising the Roof through the Youthworks program. The program provides youth with instruction on common software applications which they are able to immediately apply to their work experience, a necessity to compete in the labour market. Twenty-seven youth participated in the program in 2007 which involved instruction in MS Word, Powerpoint and Publisher.

MENTOrSHiP AT PHOENix
Mentorship complements all the other programs at Evas Phoenix. In 2007, We recruited 31 volunteers for the 1-to-1 Mentorship program and had 22 ongoing matched relationships at the end of the year. Volunteers go through a thorough screening process, receiving training to help them understand their important role and monthly training on issues they may be experiencing with the protg. In the Peer Mentorship Program, we trained 17 youth as peer mentors in 2007 and combined, they contributed more than 800 hours of volunteer support to the residents of Evas Phoenix. Since we know that youth learn very well from their peers, we trained peer mentors to facilitate workshops on art, cooking and cleaning and to operate the breakfast program that serves 30 people per day. In the Project Mentorship program, professionals donate their time and expertise to help youth learn about a particular industry. In the past youth have created an award winning film, learned about the music industry and gained skills in photography. This past year, an instructor in the film program at Seneca College worked with Phoenix youth on a third film project to explore various themes associated with how marginalized youth inhabit public spaces. The project will be completed in the fall of 2008. The link between housing and employment cannot be underestimated. At Evas we understand that without housing youth cannot maintain employment and likewise, without employment, youth cannot maintain their housing. We have developed a range of employment services that continue to draw many young people to Evas Phoenix. Through the Service Canada-funded Youth Succeeding in Employment Program (YSEP), youth not only learn the skills required to find and to keep a job but they get the opportunity to gain real employment experience through the work experience program. YSEP is unique in that the jobs developed are based specifically on the skills, abilities and career goals of the youth.

evas national initiative

With the support of the McConnell Foundation, Raising the Roof, Great West Life, the Carthy Foundation and a number of other donors, the National Initiatives Program is now in its fifth year. While we continue long standing work with organizations across the country that are developing transitional housing options for youth by sharing what we have learned through our development and implementation of Evas Phoenix, the National Initiative Program has also grown in its capacity as a facilitator among youth-serving organizations across the country. In particular, the National Learning Community on Youth Homelessness which was organized by Evas less than two years ago represents a unique knowledge-sharing opportunity with member organizations working together to create a national forum for sharing best practices, working collaboratively and actively learning together and from one another in the sector. Some of the achievements of the National Initiatives Program over the last year include: Hosted 26 on-site information sessions and participated in five conferences where the Evas Phoenix model was presented. Providing information through our online Tool Kit which continues to receive a very high level of traffic: 200 visits on a month over the last six months. Participating in the Steering Committee for an upcoming national conference on youth homelessness. The National Youth Learning Community on Youth Homelessness this year was involved in: The production of a Youth Engagement Handbook which is being disseminated for use by staff in youth serving agencies. The Handbook is in two formats: a detailed research document and a teaching tool that can be easily used for staff development. The National Staff Exchange was introduced this year and provides an opportunity for staff from one agency to visit another agency and share information on skills, day-to-day operations, management techniques, and program development. This knowledge sharing is a cost effective way to take advantage of the expertise that has been developed in organizations working with homeless and at-risk youth across the country. While the formal application process has seen a number of exchanges approved, there is also an informal staff exchange taking place between members of the Learning Community. This has included agencies working together in the introduction of new evaluative models and program development tools.

EVAS INITIATIVES 2007 ANNUAL REPORT

volunteers
Evas Volunteers help fulfill our mandate of helping homeless and at-risk youth to find housing and gainful employment. Volunteer roles range from serving on committees, to assisting at special events, to helping out with administrative tasks, to mentoring youth. 42 volunteers served on committees in 2007, including our Board of Directors and its sub-committees, as well as our special event committees. These volunteers took a strong leadership role in our organization and gave us valuable community support for our programs, as well as community input. Special Events volunteers assisted with the planning and implementation of the annual Spring Auction and Taste Matters. In total 69 volunteers gave 254 hours in 2007 to help make our special events successful. They helped Evas to organize incredible events that help us to enhance our relationships with existing donors and to develop new relationships. Volunteers continued to be active at the Toronto Raptors basketball games selling 50/50 raffle tickets. This fundraising activity not only helped to raise money for Evas Initiatives, but it also gave us an opportunity to increase our profile in the community. The One to One Mentorship program continued to grow. In 2007 community mentors volunteered 412 hours. Volunteer groups continued to play a large role in important areas like shelter beautification, holiday celebrations and fundraising activities. These groups included Canadian Tire Business Intelligence, Operations Support, Eglinton St. George United Church, United Jewish Appeal, Muslim students Association of University of Toronto, Deloitte & Touche, PWC Foundation, Direct Energy and St. Christopher Houses Toronto Youth Job Corps.
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anti-oppression and diversity

Evas Initiatives mission is to create opportunities for homeless youth. In order to strengthen the organization and build our capacity to better serve youth, we believe that it is our responsibility to integrate diversity into all that we do by: Creating an inclusive environment. reflecting our clients and community. valuing diversity as a strength. Challenging barriers. respecting and celebrating differences. Building for the future. In 2003, a strategy and action plan was developed to enhance the diversity capacity and cultural competence of Evas. Of the three components of the strategy: internal Capacity; Outreach and Linkages; and diverse Service delivery Approaches, only a single objective with the regards to our communities is still outstanding. In 2007, the following was achieved: Revised the criteria for the Diversity Award Established an Diversity Action Plan ompleted a Diversity Binder of activities that sites can do to promote diversity C and anti-oppression Began work on a Policies and Procedures Manual Established training needs for the anti-oppression and diversity committee and all staff Ensuring that diversity and anti-oppression practices remain at the core of all our work is an expectation for everyone at Evas. A range of activities take place at the sites throughout the year that help to demonstrate our commitment to diversity and anti-oppression. We recognize and celebrate many cultural events such as Eid, Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hannukah and Deepvali, often with the support of community groups and usually with wonderful diverse food options. In addition we recognize special days to identify with the challenges experienced by certain groups, for example, African Heritage Month, Asian Heritage Month, International Womens Day, Mental Health Week, Youth Day, etc. We are extremely proud of the support of staff, clients, volunteers and the Board for their commitment to anti-oppression and diversity.

innovation awards
In 2007 the CIBC sponsored Evas second round of Innovation Awards. The Awards provide an opportunity for communitybased organizations, working in partnerships and delivering new and effective approaches to working with homeless and at-risk youth, to be recognized nationally for their work and at the same time, building public support. Applicants must demonstrate both the effectiveness of their programs and the extent of their community partnerships. Applications are reviewed by the National Review Panel who select a short-list and the three finalists for the Awards. Each finalist receives $5,000. In addition, Evas assists winners in further developing recognition opportunities for their programs, primarily through community-based Awards ceremonies. Some of these efforts this year have resulted in local media coverage, and presentations to local regional councils. There were 52 applicants this year, reflecting the creativity and commitment of communities working with youth at risk. Three organizations were chosen to receive the 2007 Evas Innovation Awards: 2007 Winners: Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs: Kelowna Downtown Youth Centre Saskatoon Community Youth Arts Programming Inc.: Urban Canvas Project Les Maisons Transitionnelles

resource development
What a terrific year! Thanks to the hundreds of generous donors, sponsors and volunteers we raised enough money in 2007 to fund the critical programs Evas youth rely on. Our events were a great success. Our annual Spring Fantasy Auction raised a record $100,000! We joined the Toronto Marathon with a 5K Walk Run for Youth and our annual wine and gourmet food tasting event, Taste Matters wowed an audience of over 300 guests at the Fermenting Cellar. Our fundraising goals continue to grow as the needs at the shelters grow. And thankfully we continue to partner with new donors who share the sentiments of those who know us and who have supported us for years. What a few of those donors say about Evas: Deutsche Bank supports Evas because of their holistic approach to restoring dignity and creating hope in the lives of the young adults who come through their doors. We support Evas because they genuinely care about the success of our future leaders and add immeasurable value to our community. We support Evas because they lead by example and work tirelessly to create a better world for youths and adults alike.

Deutsche Bank AG, Canada Branch

Tanya Piazza

RBC has been supporting Evas for over 10 years because of the innovative approach they have to supporting youth in transition. RBC is committed to doing better in the community by providing donations to local organizations doing great things; organizations like Evas, where young people have the opportunity to learn and build the important life skills that allows for a successful transition into a better future.

Director, Corporate Donations (continued in sidebar on next page)

gayle Longley

EVAS INITIATIVES 2007 ANNUAL REPORT

The CAW has been a proud supporter of Evas Initiatives since 1999. Evas programs and practices are among the best helping youth break the cycle of poverty.

evas initiatives circle of support 2007

Founder with honours $100,000 +
Carolyn Sifton Foundation Gerald Schwartz, O.C. Raising the Roof The Canadian Tire Foundation for Families The Counselling Foundation of Canada Ronald Farmer Somerville Construction The Caring Foundation The Ladybug Foundation Inc. The Lloyd Carr-Harris Foundation The Mariano Elia Foundation The Northpine Foundation W.C. Kitchen Family Foundation Michael Crane Niall and Katherine Haggart Nicole Alain Normand Nicole Swartout Norman Bell Northminster United Church Packaging Association of Canada Patricia Gloudon Paul Beattie PCL Constructors Canada Prudential Relocation Services Robert Tetley St. Andrews Society of Toronto Tank Truck Transport The George Cedric Metcalf Charitable Foundation The Henry White Kinnear Foundation The W.P. Scott Charitable Foundation The WB Foundation Toromont Cat Univeris Corporation Usability Matters Wendy Howze William Ramsay Charities Trust Harlequin Enterprises Limited Harry Tendijowski Heather McAllister Holy Trinity Church Ian Pearce IBM Employees Charitable Fund Ita Ferdinand-Grant Jack DiNardo James Jarvis Jennifer Morris Jim Neate Joe Deo John Bianchini John OSullivan Kathleen Bowes Ken and Marilyn OConnor Kerry Lakatos-Hayward Kiwanis Club of Don Mills Larry Steinberg Laura Mergelas Laurence Davies Laverne Horner Lisa Greatrix Lynne Wolfson-Bond Maria Crawford Marie MacCormack Mark Wiseman Mary Craig Media Profile Inc. Mel Morris Michael Greenberg Michael Pillon Michael Tapics Mona Chinnery Morag Perkins Nancy Abrams Noelle Boughton Orica Canada Paul Green Pauline McKitty-Robinson Pilot Insurance Company POP Film Inc PricewaterhouseCoopers Canada Foundation Randy Hodge RBC Rev. Vivian and Ronald Yarwood Robert and Ellen Eisenberg Robert Dutton Robert Howe Ronodev Sinha Ruth Victor Sally Lax Satish Rai Scotiabank Port Union & Fanfare Sedgwick & Company SF Partnership, LLP Sharon Kelly Shaun Usmar Sheila Rider Shirley Morris Simon Brown Sinclair-Cockburn Financial Group SNC-Lavalin Somethin 2 Talk About St. Marks Presbyterian Church Stephen Marson Stephen Young Suganthy Barnett Susan Tremblay Ted and Bonnie Lax The Jeffery Group Ltd The Mimi & Sam Pollock Foundation Thomas McQuiston Tickner & Associates Tom Kukovica Toronto Hydro UA Local 46 - Plumbers and Steamfitters Union United Food & Commercial Workers Canada Weller Publishing Company Ltd Work-Life Harmony Enterprises York Lions Bingo

Buzz Hargrove

President, Canadian Auto Workers Union

As part of our commitment to being a responsible company, Xstrata Nickel is proud to support an organization as important as Evas Initiatives. An integral piece of Xstrata Nickels value system is engaging with meaningful local endeavors. Evas Initiatives is one of Greater Torontos finest programs of its kind and we are delighted to support the tireless efforts of their staff and volunteers. Evas offering of progressive and collaborative programming responds directly to the needs of at-risk youth. Their practical approach promotes selfsufficiency and pro-activity providing long term solutions to the challenges we all face as a community. Supporting Evas has given us the opportunity to give back and focus on our principles as a caring company, linking our vision to action. We are strong advocates of this key initiative and look forward to further supporting Evas and the youth of Greater Toronto.

Founder $25,000 +
CAW Canada CIBC Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. Paul Wolfe RBC Foundation Scotiabank Sprott Foundation The Catherine and Maxwell Meighen Foundation The J. W. McConnell Family Foundation The Ontario Trillium Foundation Toronto Community Foundation Toronto Enterprise Fund

Companion $2,500 to $4,900

Blake Hampton-Davies Brad Ellies Carole Sovran Chum Charitable Foundation David Gibbins David Sorbara Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP Elizabeth Taylor Goodyear Canada Inc. Karen Wood Ken Silver Koehler Family Fund at the Toronto Community Foundation Lionel and Winsome De Mercado Marion Ethel Kamm & Frederick John Kamm Foundation Michael Cossar Raptors Foundation Robert Stewart Robert Tetley Fund at the Toronto Community Foundation TD Bank Financial Group TD Bank Financial Group-Corporate and Public Affairs TD Wealth Management Charity Committee The Harry E. Foster Foundation The Mendelson Family Foundation The Wynford Group Inc Thomas Westin Toronto Star UrbanSpace Property Group

Friends $240 - $999

Acklands-Grainger Inc. Alan Belzer & Susan Martin Ann Katrusiak Antoinette Sealy Applause Institute Finishing School Inc. Barbara Palk Barrie Whittaker Barry Barnett Beaver Bible Class Bishop Marrocco/Thomas Merton Secondary School BMO Fountain of Hope Boris Kaminski Brian Band Canadian Tire Real Estate Limited Carpenters Union, Central Ontario Regional Council CASCO Inc Cathie Besso Chaitons LLP Chris Hart Christa Haanstra & Paul Lalonde Colin Phillips Corporate Immigration Law Firm Corpworld Group Ltd Corrado and Penny Luciano Cosburn Patterson Guinard, Stantec Consulting Ltd. Daniele and Guy Veroli David Ford David M. Trusler David Shiner Deborah Sinclair Delcan Corporation Denis Maloney Diane Iacobucci Dionne England Donna Wells Drysdale Forstner Hamilton Public Affairs Ltd. Dundee Corporation Ecco Dillon Consulting Limited Ernst & Young Fantail Communications Fay Leslie Filomena Kerr Forest Grove United Church Women Frank Walwyn George Kelk Corporation Gerda Frieberg Charitable Foundation Goodmans LLP Gordon Currie

Leader $15,000 to $25,000

CCL Industries Inc. Deutsche Bank Americas Foundation Eglinton St. Georges United Church Emree Siaroff & Krista Wylie Great-West Life, London Life, and Canada Life Scotia Capital Global Trading State Street Canada TD Securities TELUS Xstrata Nickel

dominique dionne

Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Xstrata Nickel

Champion $10,000 to $14,900

Haywood Securities ING Canada Inc. Staff of the Law Society of Upper Canada Jocelyn Macdonald Nycomed Canada Inc. Schachter Family Fund at the Toronto Community Foundation Teranet Inc. The Daniels Corporation The Harold E. Ballard Foundation The Haynes-Connell Foundation at the Toronto Community Foundation

The Mackenzie Financial Charitable Foundation supports Evas Initiatives because of the passion and dedication they bring to helping todays homeless youth regain their selfesteem and re-build their lives. We have seen first-hand the care they put into developing new programs, specifically the Mentorship Program, to help todays homeless youth. We were impressed with the opportunities they provided for our employees to help out, whether by donating money, time or clothes. Evas Initiatives is a charity that is easy to support, and we are proud to partner with them in helping their clients go on to lead fulfilling lives.

partner $1,000 to $2,400

Air Canada Andre Dufresne Bombardier Transportation Bryan Mills Iradesso Christine Williams Conn Smythe Foundation CUPE Local 4400 David M. Odell David St. Amand David Wills Dominique Dionne Eli Lilly Canada Fairlawn Avenue United Church Fednav Limited Fern Weinper Hatch Ltd Heather Brown Heidelberg Canada Graphic Supplies Ltd. Helen Nash Immanuel Seventh-Day Adventist Church International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers L.U. 353 IPSOS Reid Public Affairs Jane Haberbusch Janet Cangiano Jill & Pete Aston K.M. Hunter Charitable Foundation KWA Partners Michael and Liz Bliss

mentor $5,000 to $9,900

Alterna Savings Andy Dickison Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP CB Richard Ellis CIBC Credit Card Services Community Economic Development Technical Assistance Program F.K. Morrow Foundation Foresters Jim Buckley Lycklama Family Fund at the Toronto Community Foundation Norman Allan Middleton Fund at the Toronto Community Foundation RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust

Chairperson The Mackenzie Financial Charitable Foundation

Brad Offman

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evas initiatives 2007 financial statements

STATEMENT OF FiNANCiAL POSiTiON as at december 31, 2007
ASSETS Current assets Cash and short term investments Other Property and equipment Total Assets LiABiLiTiES ANd NET ASSETS Current liabilities Accounts payable and accrued liabilities Deferred grants Deferred property and equipment grants Net assets Invested in capital assets Designated Total Liabilities and Net Assets 2007 $1,006,158 $896,578 $1,902,736 $2,899,739 $4,802,475 2006 $829,611 $349,171 $1,178,782 $3,029,663 $4,208,445

AudiTOrS rEPOrT ON CONdENSEd FiNANCiAL STATEMENTS

To the Members of Evas Initiatives for Homeless Youth The accompanying condensed statement of financial position and statement of operations are derived from the complete financial statements of Evas initiatives for Homeless Youth as at December 31, 2007 and for the year then ended. In our auditors report on the complete financial statements dated March 28, 2008, we expressed a qualified opinion because we were unable to satisfy ourselves concerning the completeness of donation and fundraising revenue. The fair summarization of the complete financial statements is the responsibility of the organizations management. Our responsibility, in accordance with the applicable Assurance Guideline of The Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants, is to report on the condensed financial statements. In our opinion, the accompanying condensed financial statements fairly condense, in all material respects, the related complete financial statements in accordance with the criteria described in the Guideline referred to above. These condensed financial statements do not contain all the disclosures required by Canadian generally accepted accounting principles. Readers are cautioned that these statements may not be appropriate for their purposes. For more information on the organizations financial position and results of operations, reference should be made to the related complete financial statements. Hilborn Ellis Grant LLP Chartered Accountants Licensed Public Accountants March 28, 2008 Toronto, Ontario EVAS INITIATIVES 2007 ANNUAL REPORT

$405,603 $974,596 $1,380,199 $1,896,713 $3,276,912 $1,003,026 $522,537 $1,525,563 $4,802,475

$339,880 $433,133 $773,013 $1,975,713 $2,748,726 $1,053,950 $405,769 $1,459,719 $4,208,445

STATEMENT OF OPErATiONS ANd NET ASSETS for the year ended december 31
rEvENuE Grants - special projects Toronto Community Services per diem fees Other 2007 $3,020,437 $2,205,005 $719,619 $5,945,061 ExPENSES Special projects Service delivery Operating Building and property Fundraising and other $2,941,438 $1,471,995 $648,647 $583,057 $234,080 $5,879,217 ExCESS OF ExPENSES OvEr rEvENuE FOr THE YEAr Net assets, beginning of year Net assets, end of year Approved on behalf of the Board Ken Silver, President Colin Phillips, Treasurer $65,844 $1,459,719 $1,525,563 2006 $2,592,153 $2,047,095 $571,231 $5,210,479 $2,510,153 $1,392,013 $613,983 $489,211 $174,786 $5,180,146 $30,333 $1,429,386 $1,459,719

EvAS iNiTiATivES FACiLiTiES EvAS PLACE Phone: 416-441-1414 Fax: 416-441-4130 Email: info@evas.ca EvAS SATELLiTE Phone: 416-229-1874 Fax: 416-229-2810 Email: info@evas.ca EvAS PHOENix Phone: 416-364-4716 Fax: 416-364-7533 Email: info@evasphoenix.ca

For more information, or to make a donation, please contact: EvAS iNiTiATivES AdMiNiSTrATiON OFFiCE 215 Spadina Avenue Suite 370 Toronto, ON M5T 2C7 Phone: 416-977-4497 Fax: 416-977-6210 Email: info@evas.ca www.evasinitiatives.com
Charitable Registration No: 132239013 RR0001

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