Jody Steinhauer was among a group of Canadian business leaders who signed an open letter urging the City of Toronto to declare a state of emergency over the growing homelessness crisis. The letter, part of a coordinated effort across artists, academics, and the business community, calls for immediate action and a collaborative response from all levels of government. As one…
Jody Steinhauer was honored by BMO through its Celebrating Women program in the category of Community and Charitable Giving. The program recognizes women who are making meaningful contributions across Canada, and she was one of three women acknowledged at a Toronto-area ceremony. The recognition highlights Jody Steinhauer’s dedication to charitable work and her impact on the community through ongoing leadership…
Jody Steinhauer, president of Engage and Change as well as Bargains Group, organized a volunteer event that packed 3,000 survival kits for people experiencing homelessness in Toronto. About 200 volunteers gathered in a warehouse near Dufferin Street and Eglinton Avenue to assemble the kits, which included sleeping bags, warm clothing, and hygiene products. She emphasized that these kits may be…
Jody Steinhauer, president and chief bargain officer of The Bargains Group, plays a central role in a meaningful partnership with The Salvation Army aimed at supporting vulnerable individuals during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through this collaboration, The Bargains Group supplied urgently needed hygiene products for 1,000 care kits distributed to those in need across Ontario. Jody Steinhauer emphasizes the power of…
Jody Steinhauer, CEO and founder of Kits For A Cause, offers a clear example of how purpose-driven initiatives can help strengthen employee connection and morale. She emphasizes the impact of involving employees directly in charitable efforts, noting that companies often underestimate how meaningful hands-on giving can be in shaping workplace culture. By creating opportunities for staff to participate in social…
For over two decades, Project Winter Survival has helped people experiencing homelessness in the GTA, by distributing more than 45 thousand Winter Survival Kits to provide warmth and essential supplies in the colder months. The founder of Project Winter Survival, Jody Steinhauer joins Ross Hull to discuss what the charity has planned this winter. Watch the video here.
Jody Steinhauer, founder of the outreach organization Engage and Change, voiced concern over the City of Toronto’s removal of tiny wooden shelters from public parks. Echoing the urgency expressed by other outreach workers, she emphasized the dangers of sleeping on the streets during harsh Canadian winters and the critical need for safe, accessible alternatives. With direct experience delivering supplies to…
Jody Steinhauer, founder of Project Winter Survival and president of The Bargains Group, continues to lead one of Canada’s most impactful grassroots responses to homelessness. Her annual campaign mobilizes hundreds of volunteers and corporate partners to assemble thousands of winter survival kits—each one packed with essential items for people experiencing homelessness during the most dangerous time of year. With over…
The business students at Ted Rogers School of Management – Ryerson University: Entrepreneur’s Program will be having a workshop on how social enterprises and future buisness leaders can have a huge impact and make a difference in not only their local communities but all communities across Canda. During this event Jody will be speaking about “Social enterprise ideas on how…
E-Series is a 3-day transformative educational program that provides in-person training on topics that Canadian entrepreneurs need in order to grow their business. E-Series is directed towards women entrepreneurs who are leading businesses at the start up, high growth or mature stage. Every entrepreneur attending is serious about taking their business to the next level. During this event Jody will be…