Our Services: Bridging the Night—and Beyond
Every man who walks free from prison carries a choice—and a story.
Since 1998 Bridges to New Life Society has stood at that turning point, meeting people with safety, dignity, and unwavering belief in their potential. We support individuals from incarceration to reintegration, across British Columbia—from correctional centres to halfway houses, from the streets to safe homes, from surviving to thriving.
Because no one should face the dark alone.
What We Do
Whether someone is inside prison, just released, or struggling to start again, we walk alongside them with practical and spiritual support:
In Institutions
- Chaplaincy care in provincial and federal correctional centres
- Letter writing and mentoring that build human connection and hope
- Faith-based encouragement and connection to church communities
In the Community
- Recreational and mentoring programs in the Okanagan Valley
- Drop-in support centres offering prayer, friendship, and referral services
- Community reintegration: housing support, job referrals, goal-setting
At the Kelowna Complex
- 10-transitional beds for men stepping out of incarceration
- The Overcomers’ 12-Step Program for transformation through faith
- Clothing and furnishings to rebuild a home
- Christian literature and pastoral care
- One-on-one coaching and mentoring for stability and vision
The First Night Matters
We’ve learned something profound:
Hope is most fragile at the edge of change.
That’s why we help men bridge that first night—from the fear of freedom into rest, safety, and the chance to believe again.
A warm bed.
A locked door—for safety, not punishment.
A voice saying, “You matter.”
This isn’t just shelter. It’s a message: you are not alone anymore.
A Smart and Compassionate Investment
Yes, incarceration is expensive. But we don’t ask you to give out of guilt or fear—we invite you to give because you believe in people. You believe in dignity. You believe no one should fall through the cracks when they’re ready to start again.
By supporting Bridges to New Life, you invest in:
- Restoring lives through case workers, mentors, and community support
- Reducing reoffending through belonging, not barriers
- Rebuilding futures—one man, one night, one story at a time
You Are the Bridge
Your gift can provide:
- A night of peace in our safe house
- A week of mentoring and meals
- A month of coaching, clothing, and care
“I gave because I believe no one should face their first night alone.” (donor reflection)