As autumn and the holiday season approaches, Beth and Katrina, Good Shepherd’s Event Managers, join The Fold to talk about the fundraising events and holiday initiatives that bring our community together and help make the season brighter for those we serve.

Harvest Dinner tickets are on sale now! Visit goodshepherdcentres.ca/events for details and information about all upcoming Good Shepherd events. Have questions? Contact Beth Hart at Bhart@gsch.ca or Katrina Sutin at KSutin@gsch.ca.

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Tom Cooper, Director of the Hamilton Roundtable for Poverty Reduction, joins us to explore the future of poverty reduction. Tom discusses the province’s social assistance system, the growing conversation around Basic Income, and lessons from the Hamilton Roundtable’s 20-year history of bringing communities together to create change.

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Friends With Hearts founder, Jay Perry, reflects on how the initiative has grown over the last 15 years and the unexpected ways people continue to support beyond the Christmas season.

If you would like to get involved with what Friends With Hearts is doing, head over to www.friendswithhearts.com

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Nicholas D’Amico shares his leadership journey and how his commitment to giving back is creating meaningful, lasting impact both within his company and beyond.

Good Shepherd Annual Golf Classic – Thursday September 10, 2026
Golf spots are officially SOLD OUT but sponsorship opportunities are available. Visit goodshepherdcentres.ca/events for info.

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We’re joined by Dr. Jemimah Amos, Good Shepherd’s Senior Advisor, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, for a candid conversation exploring the progress, key learnings, and ongoing work needed to build a more inclusive and equitable community.

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Hamilton’s Mayor, Andrea Horwath, joins us to discuss the city's most pressing challenges, including homelessness, housing, affordability, and the path forward for Hamilton.

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In this episode, Chris Paul Rainbows shares insights from their new book and explores the freedom of being fully yourself. It’s a conversation that reflects Good Shepherd’s mission of building a community rooted in acceptance, dignity, and belonging.

Show Notes:

Guinea Pigs Don’t Wear Pants is available now wherever books are sold, including your favorite independent bookstores, major retailers, and online platforms across North America.

For more info about Chris visit: chrispaulrainbows.com

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What does healthcare look like outside the walls of a traditional clinic? Dr. Karen Busche joins us to discuss the mission of the Shelter Health Network, the realities of shelter medicine, and how community-based healthcare can change lives.

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