The Story
Victory House is an inspired vision of a group of people in the Dufferin Caledon area. After assisting several women in their time of need, it became obvious that a safe home for healing was needed in the area. The vision is the creation of a transitional home, offering support and training for women and children in times of crisis. As the idea was shared with others, a group quickly came together to form a steering committee for The Victory House Association of Dufferin Caledon, as an established corporation, with charitable status. More than 50 volunteers have joined, working together to make The Victory House a reality.
What Drives Us
VISION
Victory House is a registered charity offering temporary housing and supportive programs for women and children recovering from oppression.
MISSION
To provide a safe environment offering spiritual and practical education that promotes healthy life decisions that will cultivate security and stability.
VALUES
Faith & Hope
Non-judgmental Inclusion
Community Accountability
Dignified Empathy & Patience
Our Greatest Value is LOVE
"Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." ~ Joshua 1:9
Get to Know Our Team
Meet the amazing people behind Victory House
Board Members
Seeking new board members!
Patricia Valliere
Executive Director and Founder
Pat is the driving force behind the organization and currently holds the Executive Director role. Pat has lived in the Caledon area for almost 40 years and attends Compass Community Church in Orangeville. Pat is a Leader of Bible Studies for Women at Compass and assists with many of their community initiatives. She also has served on the Hospitality Team at WMI, volunteers at Teen Ranch in Caledon, is the lead on the Grief share Team at Compass Church and serves on the Hospitality Team for Women’s Ministry Institute at Heritage College, where she graduated in Women's Ministry. Pat has been married to her husband Gary for over 50 years and has a daughter and two grandchildren, both currently in University.
After supporting several women in their times of need it became evident that a home for women and their children was needed. Her vision has developed a comprehensive network of personal and professional contacts with key community leaders. Her passion for this home will be instrumental in raising the profile of Victory House within the community. Her past experience as a Board member with Caledon Community Services and a member of the Fundraising team will have a significant impact on the development of Victory House.
Paul Reader
President of Board of Directors
Paul has lived in the Caledon area for 41 years. He taught high school for 34 years and coached volleyball for many of those years. Paul owns and operates Caledon Hills Honey from his home. He has attended Bramalea Baptist Church for 41 years, was a Sunday School teacher for many years. He is on the Elder’s Board of the Church and is presently on the nominating team for Elders and Directors.
Paul and his wife, Gloria have been very instrumental in the fundraising for Victory House, and continue to be involved in all areas of the team. Their love for the lord and family of two children and 6 grandchildren, with a new one on the way. Paul and Gloria open their hearts and home for all of God's will.
Al Tupper
Board Member
Al grew up in a Christian home in Montreal. After graduating he moved to Brampton. He and his wife started an Insurance Agency in 1973 and operated until they retired in 2018. They attended Kennedy Road Tabernacle (KRT) and Al served on the Board of KRT and the KRT Benevolent Association as Secretary and Vice-Chair for 23 years. He currently serves as Co-Chair of their Development and Construction Committee. Al has two sons with loving wives and five grandchildren. Al believes that in servant hood we should expect growth, and as such active involvement in conjunction with Victory House is another opportunity to expand His Kingdom by helping others in transition.
Mike Newediuk
Board Member
Mike has been married for over 30 years to his wife Kim. Together they have been blessed with three adult children and have lived in the Caledon area for over 17 years. Mike has been involved in a family run funeral business, serving families and his community for most of his life. Mike is passionate about helping people through difficult circumstances, and is excited to be a part of how God is working in our community through Victory House. Mike’s wife Kim volunteers at the Victory Lap store and serves as a mentor to the ladies that come into the VH/Bridge house. Mike’s sons have each participated in assisting the VH with logos and recently web site management.
Beverley Farrow
Board Member
Beverley was called into youth ministry at a young age after reading “The Cross and the Switchblade”. She specifically prayed that she would be sent to the Bronx where she could love and care for the troubled youth. She was sent, instead, to serve in some other ministries that embodied the same core needs. After attending Tyndale University and having part-time involvement with church youth and missions, she spent ten years ministering with Youth Unlimited. The Executive Director of the Brampton Life Centre became the next seven years venue of love and care for marginalized and distressed experiencing crisis pregnancies. She initiated and aided in the incorporation of the Canadian nation organization (CAPSS) while serving the privileged role of Mom at home with her two daughters. Since September 1999, she has taught High School Christian Education and Drama at Brampton Christian School. Providing spiritual and emotional counsel, she leads student missions teams yearly to participate in serving the underprivileged beyond the borders…other “Bronx” variation opportunities. Assisting troubled youth is her passion.
