Welcome to H.O.M.E
H.O.M.E (Housing Opportunities & Marketplace Exchange) is an online portal which allows donors – both businesses and individuals – to post available housing, goods and services to help Syrian refugees arriving in Toronto.
If you wish to donate goods and/or services OR post housing opportunities using the H.O.M.E portal, please scroll down to get started.
If you already have an account with the H.O.M.E portal, please click here to login.
Click here to make a cash donation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who can access H.O.M.E.?
Donors (private citizens, businesses, community groups) and people who need to be connected with affordable housing and other resources.
- Is this only for units in Toronto?
Currently the offerings are located within the Greater Toronto Area but the H.O.M.E Portal can accept donations from locations across Ontario.
- How can landlords get their information onto H.O.M.E.?
By going to the H.O.M.E portal located at www.woodgreen.org and beginning the application for approval process.
- What is the benefit of having my unit advertised, or searching for a home, on H.O.M.E?
This portal is a way for landlords specifically looking to connect with Syrian refugees to do so. Sponsors and refugees must register and be approved to use the portal, so there is an authentication process. The objective of the H.O.M.E portal is match people in need with people wanting to assist them.
- How much does it cost to post a rental unit?
H.O.M.E access is free for all users.
- How long can a unit be posted?
There is no limit to how long a unit can be posted. Landlords will receive an automated notification after 30 days if a listing remains active.
- What information do refugees/landlords/donors need to provide to be granted approval to access H.O.M.E?
All applicants must identify whether they are in need or are a housing provider or goods/services donor, and provide basic contact information.
- How are you addressing privacy concerns? Is this information being shared?
Access to information is specific to the user (e.g. goods/services donors cannot access information about other donors). All applicants must agree to the portal terms of use. The portal is compliant with Canada’s Anti-Spam Law (CASL).
- Once an application has been submitted, how quickly can someone expect to be approved?
Our staff work hard to ensure a response is given within 48 hours of submitting an application.
WoodGreen makes no representation regarding the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of any information and data posted in H.O.M.E listings.