Building Cabin Communities in Toronto to break the cycle of homelessness.
Two Steps Home is a nonprofit corporation founded to help resolve the unsheltered crisis in Toronto. Our team includes volunteer architects, engineers, carpenters, and retired public servants, with decades of collective experience working in affordable and supportive housing.
Upcoming Events:
Open Cabin Days!
Friday October 4th, 2024 – 6-8pm
Sunday October 20th, 2024 – 11-4pm
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On May 25th 2024, we debuted our prototype cabin on the SvN Architects parking lot for Doors Open, and hosted five Open Cabin Days throughout the summer.
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The cabin is 8’x12’, with a locking outswing steel door, operable windows for through ventilation, electric heating, a smoke detector, and heat recovery ventilator to maintain interior comfort.
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The structure is made of cross-laminated timber, designed by SvN and assembled by Cabn Co. The CLT is repairable and durable when transported and provides visual warmth and a pleasant smell.
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Hundreds of visitors came out to view the prototype, which was purposefully built on a trailer for us to easily display it across the city. We’re excited to show the cabin off at future events!
Recent Events:
An Evening With Two Steps Home
October 25th, 2023
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On October 25th 2023, we hosted An Evening With Two Steps Home at the Royal Cinema on College Street in Toronto.
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Khaleel and John van were interviewed by local media, including the Toronto Star and CBC News.
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We had over 130 attendees from across the Toronto, including City officials, architects, faith leaders, and members of the public.
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The event involved a presentation of the Two Steps Home model by John van Nostrand, followed by a screening of Zack Russel’s film Someone Lives Here, starring Khaleel Seivwright.
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Many attendees continue to reach out about donating to and volunteering with Two Steps Home after seeing the presentation.
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