VIVE, Inc. is a non-profit, humanitarian organization that assists refugees seeking protection in Canada and the United States.  Rooted in an interfaith tradition, VIVE welcomes refugees from diverse backgrounds.

VIVE operates La Casa, a shelter with 118 beds. VIVE provides food, shelter, clothing, healthcare and legal services to refugees as they await their appointment to enter Canada or their U.S. asylum hearing.

In 2008, VIVE provided services to over 4,000 individuals. Last year, over 60% of our shelter residents were women and children.  Since its founding in 1984, VIVE has assisted over 67,000 refugees from over 106 countries.

VIVE provides many opportunities for individuals, students, congregations, or business groups to become involved as volunteers.

VIVE is a non-profit 501(c)(3) which receives funding from individual donors, congregations, foundations and corporations, and city, county, state, and federal agencies. We welcome donations of monetary contributions as well as supplies that can assist world refugees.

VIVE La Casa. Photo Credit: Mike Groll