Double the Difference for Neighbours in Need
From December 2, 2025 to January 12, 2026, every dollar you give to The Busby Centre will be doubled thanks to a $100,000 matching gift from Bertram Construction.
This GivingTuesday, Bertram Construction is sparking something incredible in our community—a $100,000 matching challenge that doubles every gift to The Busby Centre, dollar-for-dollar. Your donation between December 2, 2025 and January 12, 2026 will go twice as far to support people experiencing homelessness across Barrie and South Georgian Bay.
With emergency shelter beds at capacity, outreach teams responding to record calls, and more neighbours relying on community meals and basic needs support, your generosity has never been more urgently needed. Together, we can reach our $250,000 year-end goal and ensure no one is left out in the cold.
A Message from the Executive Director
“Our community continues to face unprecedented challenges, and The Busby Centre is often the first place people connect with when they have nowhere else to go. This generous $100,000 matching gift from Bertram Construction couldn’t come at a more crucial time.”
— Sara Peddle, Executive Director, The Busby Centre
Your donation today can help provide:
A Warm Bed and Safe Space
Hot Meals
Hygiene Supplies
Outreach Services
Support With Housing
Clothing and Essential Winter Gear
About the Initiative
Bertram Construction is stepping forward as a community leader, inviting all of us to be partners in building real solutions. As Lisa Bertram, President of Bertram Construction, shares: their hope is that this match encourages others to give, knowing their contribution will be doubled and will change lives close to home.
Ready to make twice the difference?
As we work toward our $250,000 year-end fundraising goal, your support helps ensure that people in Barrie and South Georgian Bay have access to warmth, safety, food, and the supports needed to move from homelessness to housing.
BUSBY CENTRE
Admin Line 705-739-6916
Barrie Outreach: 705-828-3795
SGB Outreach: 705-790-5654
Shelter Lead Line: 705-790-7028
Resource Line: 705-828-3477
ADDRESS
88/90 Mulcaster Street (Entrance on McDonald Street), Barrie, ON L4M 3M5
Open 24 Hours