Al Mitchell Place
Vancouver, British Columbia

We provide minimum barrier shelter beds and a range of services and support for individuals in need. Assists shelter users through assessing needs, crisis intervention, case planning, liaison/referral services, and advocacy.

Drop off Locations:
  • Lookout Society, 429 Alexander St, Vancouver, BC , This location has fixed drop off times. Please drop off between the hours of 9:30-12:30 and 1:30-5:00, monday through friday. Use the other drop off location outside of these hours.
  • Downtown Housing Centre, 346 Alexander St, Vancouver, BC , We

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Trina is a native of Vancouver and is 42 years old. She has worked in productions and sales. Trina feels encouraged when she meets new people that can help each other. She enjoys watching movies. Trina has been feeling discouraged since no longer has a strong relationship with her family.

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Anthony, 49 year old male was born in Dublin-Ireland. He moved to North Vancouver 7 years ago. He was a Class 1 driver; however, due to an unfortunate situation, he lost his license. Anthony has been struggling to receive housing.

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Bruce is a 67 year old male. He was originally from Tacoma, Washington. He previously worked in constructing (piping and welding). Bruce has a 13 year old cat named Scooter.

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Jezi is originally from Kitchener, Ontario. He has been traveling back and forth from Vancouver and this is his 7th trip back to Vancouver. He previously worked in a printing house. His biggest challenge has been finding consistent housing.

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Bruce is a 57 year old Richmond native. He has previously worked in the steal mill and roofing. Getting up in the morning is very challenging for Bruce.

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  • casual jeans size: 32 length: 34 colour: brown

  • cowboy boots size: 10.5

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Benoit is a 55 year old Montreal native. He lived in Vancouver for the past 42 years. He came out to Vancouver for work. He previously worked in the roofing industry. Unfortunately, he struggles with health issues. He has a cast on his arm with pins inserted inside.

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  • beard trimmer

  • pants/jeans. size 32 length 32

Laurie is a 51 year old Burnaby native. She has been living in Vancouver for the past two years. She was a former hairdresser; however, she is currently on disability. Laurie is a happy woman and enjoys being around friendly people.

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  • eye make-up (shadow/liner)

  • Pants/jeans: size:10 length:32 color: slim fit and blue

Carlos is a 32 year old Manitoba native. He lived in Vancouver for 20 years. He has previously worked in the warehouse. Carlos is really excited about finding a new job.

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  • Work shoes STEEL toe Size: 10.5

  • Coveralls large: Color: BLACK

Raymond is a 66 year Montreal native. He lived in Vancouver for 30 years. He has worked as a dishwasher. Raymond's biggest challenge has been finding work since his English is limited; however, Raymond has been working hard on improving his English.

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  • work socks: Large (knee high/thick)

  • Underwear medium

Julius is a 29 year old Vancouver native. He enjoys living in Vancouver; but, has been struggling with addiction. However, his current medications has been helping him.

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  • socks (white, large)

  • Underwear (large, black)

James B is a 32 year old Nova Scotian native. He has been in Vancouver for almost 10 months. He moved to Vancouver for nicer weather. His biggest challenge has been finding housing. James has a pit bull and her name is Trigger.

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  • Warm jacket (down feathers if possible). Colour: black, large

  • Dog bed (medium-large)

Tibob is a 57 year old male from Sylvia. He moved to Vancouver 25 years ago to work. He was a plumber up until he got sick. Unfortunately, now that he is on disability, he has been struggling to find housing.

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  • Warm footwear size 9 1/2

  • Socks Large

Luc is a 50 year old male, originally from Quebec. He moved to BC a year ago and has been living in Vancouver for 8 months. He came to Vancouver for a brand new start as a painter. His biggest struggle has been finding housing and work. Luc is encouraged that he is slowly reaching his goals.

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  • Warm boots: Size 10

  • Gloves (medium)

Mark is a 48 year old. He is originally from England. He moved to Vancouver 30 years ago. He previously worked as a dishwasher and had also worked in a nuclear power plant.

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  • jacket (small, black)

  • jeans/pants size: 32, length 32

Marilyn is a 54 year old female, originally from Kamloops. However, she has been living in Vancouver al her life. Marilyn previously worked as a dishwasher. Unfortunately, due to her diagnosis of Epilepsy, she was unable to keep her job.

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  • underwear (medium)

  • perfume

Tim is a 55 year old Manitoba native. He has been living in Vancouver for the past 3 years. He previously worked in the farming industry. His biggest challenge has been finding consistent housing.

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  • Cologne

  • toiletries (deodorant)