
Our Purpose
The Welcome Friend Foundation exists to build a healthier, more inclusive Canada by:
-
Supporting other charities: We receive and maintain funds, and direct those resources to qualified donees that are also registered charities under the Income Tax Act (Canada).
-
Promoting health and well-being: We provide youth in the 2SLGBTQI+ community with access to information, resources, and group support that foster connection, resilience, and empowerment.
-
Strengthening impact: We engage in activities that help achieve and expand these charitable purposes, ensuring our work continues to meet the needs of the communities we serve.
In The News - Rainbow Camp®
Listen to the latest CBC Radio Interview:  CBC Up North with Jonathan Pinto (July 17, 2025)
CBC News Article:  Some Ontario 2SLGBTQ+ summer camps at risk of closing down as corporate donors withdraw funding (August 01,2025)
Mission Statement
The Welcome Friend Foundation empowers and supports Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ youth and communities by funding charitable initiatives, promoting health and well-being, and fostering safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can connect, grow, and thrive.
Listen to the latest CBC Radio Interview:Â Â CBC Up North with Jonathan Pinto (July 17, 2025)
CBC News Article:Â Some Ontario 2SLGBTQ+ summer camps at risk of closing down as corporate donors withdraw funding (August 01,2025)
Corporation Number: 1649095-6
Registered Canadian Charity Number: 797410362RR0001
Welcome Friend Foundation
76 Dawson Street, P.O. Box 242
Thessalon, ONÂ P0R 1L0
705-842-3740 ext 105