Food Assistance
Grocery hampers and fresh food for households that cannot afford enough to eat.
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Registered Canadian Charity
Bringing dignity, relief and hope to Canadians in need.
Smile Welfare Canada provides food, clothing, shelter support and household essentials to individuals and families living in poverty across Canada.
CRA Registered Charity No. 77513 6229 RR0001
Official tax receipts for eligible donations
Serving people in need across Canada
Who we are
Young professionals turning compassion into practical help.
Founded by young professionals from diverse backgrounds, Smile Welfare Canada delivers the basic necessities of life to people facing poverty: food on the table, warm clothing, a safe place to sleep and a furnished home.
We are a registered charity based in Mississauga, Ontario, governed by a Board of Directors who give their time to make a real difference in their communities. Every program we run is focused on one goal: relieving poverty with dignity and respect.
Our programs
Help with the basics, where it is needed most.
Five programs, one purpose: making sure people living in poverty have the essentials for a modest, dignified life.
Clothing and Winter Essentials
Warm coats, boots and clothing so no one faces a Canadian winter unprepared.
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Shelter and Housing Support
Essentials and practical support for people in or leaving homelessness.
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Furniture and Household Essentials
Beds, tables, kitchen items and appliances to turn an empty unit into a home.
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Emergency Relief
Fast help with basic necessities when people in poverty face a sudden crisis.
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A Canadian charity built on accountability.
2026CRA charitable registration effective January 1
5Poverty relief programs
Canada-wideServing communities from our Mississauga base
100%Focused on relieving poverty
How your gift helps
Every donation turns into something real.
Monthly gifts let us plan ahead and reach more families throughout the year.
$50
A week of groceries
Helps stock a grocery hamper for a family that is struggling to put food on the table.
$100
Warmth for winter
Helps provide a winter coat, boots and gloves for someone facing a Canadian winter.
$250
A furnished home
Helps furnish a home with essentials for a family leaving a shelter.
Get involved
There is a place for you in this work.
Volunteer
Pack hampers, sort donations, deliver furniture or help at events. Students can earn volunteer hours.
Become a volunteerPartner with us
Sponsorships, employee volunteer days, matching gifts and in-kind donations for businesses.
Explore partnershipsDonate goods
Give new or gently used winter clothing, furniture and household items to families in need.
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Need support?
If you are struggling to meet basic needs, we are here to help.
We help individuals and families living in poverty with food, clothing, shelter support and household essentials. Asking for help is confidential and free.