Our Story
“A living room for those without a living room.”
In 1999, Lynda Arthey had a simple vision.
A safe place. A caring place. A living room for people who didn’t have one.
Her vision was more than a program or a service. A place centred around relationships – around knowing someone’s name and meeting them where they are.
After a few informal gathering sites across Brampton, the need for something permanent became clear. In 2010, Ted Brown joined as the first full-time staff member. Regeneration signed a long-term lease at Grace United Church.
Registered as a not-for-profit. Vision: 'a living room for those without a living room.'
Annual fundraising event — the community showing up for its neighbours.
Ted Brown joins as CEO. Long-term lease signed at Grace United Church. Breakfast grows to 4–5 days a week.
Guests said they needed it — so we built it. A store-style clothing service, 5 days a week.
Now an annual event. Up to 500 participants. Up to $180,000 raised in a single year.
“We succeed first when a guest feels welcomed and accepted as they are. If we get that right, people have a chance for a better life.”
Ted Brown, Chief Executive Officer
Our Mission
Guided by our core values of love, integrity, hope, and hospitality, Regeneration Outreach Community provides essential care, compassionate support, and pathways toward stability for individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty, and social isolation in Brampton.
Our Vision
A community where every person is valued, loved, and empowered to thrive with dignity and hope – where hunger, loneliness, and despair are met with compassion, care, and belonging.
Our Core Values
Love
The Foundation of Everything
Love
Love compels us to respond with compassion, empathy, mercy, and genuine concern for others’ well-being. It is the foundation of all we do, motivating us to serve selflessly and restore hope in every life we encounter.
Integrity
We Do What We Say
Integrity
Integrity involves excellence in behaviour, transparency, and a commitment to honesty in all we do. We serve with accountability and consistency, reflecting the character of Christ through our actions.
Hope
Restoration is Possible
Hope
Hope embraces the pursuit of purpose, the preservation of dignity, and the belief in a better future. We trust that transformation is possible in every life through God’s grace and the support of a caring community.
Hospitality
You Belong Here
Hospitality
Hospitality creates meaningful connections that foster inclusion, trust, and belonging. We welcome everyone with generosity, warmth, and respect, ensuring each person feels seen and valued.
The Next Chapter
Our Strategic Plan 2026-2030 charts the path forward - deeper community care, stronger sustainability, and a permanent home build for the work ahead.
Our guiding priorities:
Guest Support
Provide holistic, compassionate support that meets immediate needs while creating pathways toward stability, dignity, and renewed hope.
Staff
Invest in training, care, and collaboration to ensure every team member serves with excellence, empathy, and shared purpose.
Strong Data
Build robust systems for collecting data to guide decisions, measure impact, and tell powerful stories of transformation.
Clear Communication
Foster transparent, timely, and inspiring communication across all stakeholders - guests, partners, donors, and the community.
Diversify Income
Develop sustainable funding streams through partnerships, innovation, and community engagement to fuel long-term impact.
New Build
Secure a stable welcoming space that anchors Rengeration’s mission and enables expanded, wrap around care for years to come,
Walk Alongside Us
Every gift helps restore hope, dignity, and belonging for our neighbours in Brampton.
The People Behind Our Doors
A caring, dedicated team united by a shared belief that every person deserves to be welcomed, supported, and treated with dignity.
Leadership
Ted Brown
Chief Executive Officer
A part of Regeneration since July 2011, Ted is personally committed to making a difference in his community and believes in reaching out without judgement to those in need of care.
Jenna Robson
Director of Operations
Jenna makes everything work, but her first commitment is to serve people, walk alongside them through all their circumstances, and make each person she encounters feel loved and respected.
Katie Cleland
Director of Development
Fiona Steyn
Office Manager
Team
Carol Japp
Head Chef
Tim Hucks
Warehouse & Logistics Manager
Marlene
Marketplace Manager
Gersamar
Frontline Manager
Board of Directors
Walter Joseph
Board Chair
Executive Pastor, Portico Community Church
Walter Joseph is the Executive Pastor at Portico Community Church, an Accredited Family Mediator and founder of Mesites Family Mediation. He is passionate about developing leaders, nurturing strong teams, helping families, and serving the community with integrity and purpose. Walter holds a Doctor of Ministry degree in Leadership and is currently pursuing a post-doctoral certificate in Non-Profit Organizational Leadership.
Chris Gill
Treasurer
Chris Gill, CPA
With over 20 years of corporate experience in financial institutions and 10 years serving on a Non-Profit Policy Governance Board, Chris brings business acumen and governance insight to the table.
Sarah McAuley
Secretary
Sarah is a seasoned IT professional with extensive expertise in Project Management, complemented by a lifelong dedication to volunteerism across diverse organizations. Her board involvement as secretary is fortified by her adeptness in team leadership, meticulous process documentation, and robust organizational acumen.
Amanda Carrol
Board Member
Vice- Principal PDSB
Amanda is a grass-roots organizer and team leader with significant knowledge of the Brampton landscape. Her communication and administrative skills have motivated many people to commit to various kinds of service and made it easy for them to participate.
Sherri Ealey
Board Member
Educator
A teacher and leadership trainer with 30 years’ experience with an international organization, Sherri contributes her deep insights into human relationships, and uses her listening, instruction, and encouragement skills to foster an atmosphere of unity and collaboration.
Stephanie Kellyman
Board Member
Outreach Director, Kennedy Road Tabernacle
With her social work degree and experience, Stephanie brings the Board insight into social service dynamics and the challenges guests face, while her Certificate in Not-for-Profit Management and sector experience add value in governance and organizational management.
Phillip Attrell
Board Member
Sales Manager, Attrell Toyota
Phil is moving from sales manager to assume leadership of Attrell Toyota and its more than 100 staff. His blend of entrepreneurial spirit, and background in planning illuminates Board discussion, as does his experience in youth ministry and mission trip leadership.
Mark Lawrence
Board Member
Lead Pastor, Brampton Church of God of Prophecy
Mark is passionate about walking alongside people and helping them grow in meaningful ways. He supports churches with practical discipleship and leadership guidance and invests deeply in community life—building relationships, encouraging others, and creating spaces where people feel known and supported
Come Be a Part of This
Every role at Regeneration is rooted in something bigger than a job description. If you believe every person deserves dignity and care, there’s a place for you here.
