
About Us
The ESCR is a registered Canadian charity whose purpose is to assist refugees, immigrants and migrants to make Hamilton their home.
Our Mission
The ESCR is a Hamilton-based registered charity that provides emergency loans and gifts to at risk immigrants, refugees and other migrants.
Our Vision
A welcoming community where immigrants, refugees and all migrants find security and belonging.
Our Values
- Human Rights and Justice
- Transparency and Accountability
- Diversity, Inclusion and Equality
- Respect, Compassion and Dignity
- Safety
Our History
The ESCR was founded in 1987 as a cooperative response by churches and community groups to meet the unique needs of refugees, immigrants and migrants who make Hamilton their home.
As a registered Canadian charity, the ESCR plays a vital role in facilitating the process of family re-unification and the full participation of New Canadians into our community.
Our Team
- Nataly Amaya – Coordinator
- Maria Antelo – Co-Chair
- Nora Melara-Lopez – Co-Chair
- Mary Anne Peters – Secretary; Co-Treasurer
- Phillipe Lamarche – Co-Treasurer
- Alex Matheson – Director
- Mona Aziz-Hanna- Director
- Yaima Frosseard Rodriguez- Director
- Ana Cruz – Director
- Keith McMillan – Director
- Eiman Abudamir – Director
- Tracie Daigle – Director