# Freedom Is A Must Foundation

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- [The Freedom Is A Must Foundation: Empowering Change and Building a Brighter Future](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/the-freedom-is-a-must-foundation-empowering-change-and-building-a-brighter-future/): The Freedom Is A Must Foundation is a dynamic and impactful organization dedicated to empowering individuals, advocating for social justice, and creating positive change in communities across Canada. With a comprehensive approach to addressing various societal challenges, the foundation strives to uplift marginalized populations, promote equality, and foster a more inclusive and equitable society. Through our diverse initiatives, the Freedom Is A Must Foundation aims to address critical issues such as poverty, youth empowerment, climate change, crime prevention, and access to legal representation. Vision Our vision at the Freedom Is A Must Foundation is to create a society where all […]
- [Excessive Use of Force (full video)](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/excessive-use-of-force-full-video/): Jan 28
- [Justice for Racialized Prisoners](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/justice-for-racialized-prisoners/): Dec 11 The following piece was originally published in March 2019 with the Broadbent Institute Authors: Christophe Lewis and Reakash Walters “It’s like carding, but inside the prison system.” -Phillip Atkins, incarcerated at Collins Bay federal penitentiary. This past week, the Senate Human Rights Committee released an interim report on Canada’s federal prison system. One issue raised at a recent Senate committee hearing is the discriminatory application of labels applied to incarcerated individuals by Correctional Service of Canada (CSC). One of these labels, known as a Security Threat Group (STG), continues to be wrongly used and misapplied to Black, Indigenous […]
- [Statement for Use of Force](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/statement-for-use-of-force/): Jun 8 Video: https://youtu.be/ha40xu9_WNA On January 5-6, Officer Kay Blair will be in court on a single charge of assault with a weapon for participating in a brutal assault on me at Millhaven Institute in 2012. As we know, prison guards (much like the police) operate with impunity and rarely see their day in court after committing violent acts. This charge is only being brought forward because I refused to give up and obtained video evidence of the assault. But as we get closer to Blair’s day in court, it has become clear that I will not see justice without […]
- [Death by A Thousand Cuts: Aging in Canadian Prisons](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/death-by-a-thousand-cuts-aging-in-canadian-prisons/): Sep 30 By: Christophe Lewis Originally published on September 2, 2021 in the Prison Abolition issue of Briarpatch Magazine Edited by Reakash WaltersFeature photo is called “Time” by Tim Fefoldi They say once you’re “woke” you can’t go back to sleep. This is quite literally how I feel as I sit on the corner of this thin plastic jailhouse mattress at 4:45 a.m., pouring out my thoughts on this paper. I am awake not only because sleep is evading me – my living conditions compounded with my severe hypochondria are probably the driving forces behind my insomnia.  I was recently […]
- [Our Struggles and Similarities are Ultimately Undeniable](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/our-struggles-and-similarities-are-ultimately-undeniable/): Apr 5 Wud up World, My name is Christophe Lewis and I have been locked down since early 2010. I am writing this with hopes of motivating those out there dealing with depression, as well as, oppressive thoughts that may be manifesting criminality. I am also writing to those out there involved in crime for gain or retribution. I will share with you some of my personal experiences, to illustrate how similar we all are irrespective of what race, culture or orientation we bring to the table as individual beings displaced vis a vis diaspora. I migrated to this country […]
- [Parenting from Prison](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/parenting-from-prison/): Apr 19 One of the hardest things I have to undertake throughout the years of my incarceration would be, without a doubt, attempting to co-parent from prison. This responsibility is a never-ending emotional roller-coaster that has proven to be tremendously overwhelming at times. The harsh reality for most imprisoned parents, men and women alike, is the fact that many children become ashamed of their imprisoned mothers and fathers and as a result of that shame, most children tend to alienate their parents or become estranged as some sort of coping mechanism. I have come to understand and accept that my […]
- [The Way I Feel](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/the-way-i-feel/): Mar 11 I am a 36-year-old Black Man that has been incarcerated for 11 years straight. Throughout those years I have unequivocally concluded that, no matter how well behaved I have been throughout my sentence, my captors will never view me as anything but a means to an end. A dollar bill, subhuman or just frankly “the other”. This inhuman prejudice is something I see and feel on a daily basis from the guards, the healthcare staff, the teachers, the parole officers, institutional heads and even some inmates for God’s sake. I don’t want to paint all the above with […]

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- [Statistics Insights - Duplicate - [#1492]](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/statistics-insights-duplicate-1492/): Empowering Change through Data Data for Social Impact Building a Data-Driven Future 0% Raised $10,000 (Goal) We are excited to announce the launch of our comprehensive statistics management program, focusing on various critical areas such as recidivism rates for BIPOC individuals, crime prevention, and more. By collecting and analyzing data, we aim to gain valuable insights that will help us better serve the community and make informed decisions to drive positive change. We’re thrilled to launch our new Statistics Management Program—designed to uncover powerful insights on recidivism, crime prevention, and systemic challenges impacting BIPOC communities. Through smart data collection and […]
- [Cookie Policy](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/cookie-policy/): Cookie Policy Last Updated: 08 Aug, 2025 1. Introduction Freedom Is a Must Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website performance, and deliver personalized content and advertisements. This policy is designed to comply with: Quebec Law 25 (Loi modernisant des dispositions législatives en matière de protection des renseignements personnels, 2021, c. 25) Canada’s PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act) Freedom Is a Must Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website performance, and deliver personalized content and […]
- [Testing](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/only_i_know_this_link/): see what’s happening Event schedulee 01 Sep, 2024 Church of GOD of Prophecy Upcoming back-to-school giveaway Description: Get ready for our annual Back-to-School Giveaway this September! (Date to be announced.) We are excited to support our community by providing essential school supplies to students in need. This event is all about ensuring that every child starts the school year equipped and ready to learn. Our team will be distributing backpacks filled with notebooks, pencils, pens, rulers, and other necessary supplies. We believe that every student deserves the tools to succeed, and we’re committed to helping families prepare for the new […]
- [R&R](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/r-and-r/): Programs for Restoring Relationships Be sure to check out our Restoring Relationships programs and fill out our survey so we can bring our programs to communities in need. Share widely! We’re partnered with R&R R & R Programs are designed to restore relationships and community by exploring themes of: Respect, Responsibility, Repair, and Reintegration Raised Funds 0% 0% Raised $10,000 (Goal) R&R initially launched in response to statistics about recidivism and the lack of support for people trying to rehabilitate in the aftermath of criminal activity. They continue to work with people entangled in the justice system and also offer specialized programs in support […]
- [Volunteer](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/volunteer/): Volunteer Application Form We’re always looking for individuals who are committed to making our society a more livable space. If that’s you, we’d love to hear from you!
- [Board of Directors](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/directors/): Who we are Board of Directors Guided by our mission to provide hope, opportunity, and a path to success, our board leverages expertise from various fields to steer our holistic approach in mentorship, education, and advocacy. They are committed to breaking down systemic barriers and transforming the narrative around those who have made mistakes, underpinning our vision of a society where everyone has the chance to rewrite their story. Through strategic direction and unwavering support, the Board ensures the Foundation remains a beacon of hope and a catalyst for positive change, embodying the belief that “Making mistakes shouldn’t define a […]
- [30-day Pen-Packs](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/30-day-pen-packs/): 30-day Pen-Packs 30-day-pen-packs Creating Pen Packs for affordable prices Raised Funds 70% 70% Raised $10,000 (Goal) Our merchandising department is working on options for filling orders with the best prices for prisoner Pen Packs (30-day) orders. In this section, you will be able to pick specific pieces of clothing for your loved ones including selected Freedom Is A Must clothing and accessories. Your Pen-pack can then get either sent to your outside support or directly to your mother institution (postage included in packaging and shipping costs).  We will be filling orders for all items listed on your personal effects option […]
- [Crime Prevention](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/crime-prevention/): Empowering Change through Crime Prevention Brightening Futures Preventing Crime & Reversing Recidivism https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Youth_Jail-Video-1.mov 0% Raised $10,000 (Goal) Here you will find more details about our initiatives to enforce crime prevention and reverse recidivism. Be sure to check out our Restoring Relationships programs and fill out our survey so we can bring our programs to communities in need. Tackling mass incarceration The Freedom Is A Must Foundation is committed to promoting community safety, preventing crime, and empowering individuals to live in secure and thriving environments. As part of our comprehensive approach to crime prevention, we have developed the Freedom Is A […]
- [Statistics Insights](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/statistics-insights/): Empowering Change through Data Data for Social Impact Building a Data-Driven Future Raised Funds 0% 0% Raised $10,000 (Goal) We are excited to announce the launch of our comprehensive statistics management program, focusing on various critical areas such as recidivism rates for BIPOC individuals, crime prevention, and more. By collecting and analyzing data, we aim to gain valuable insights that will help us better serve the community and make informed decisions to drive positive change. To ensure the accuracy and comprehensiveness of our statistics, we invite individuals to actively participate in our data collection efforts. If you are passionate about […]
- [Taking Action Against Poverty](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/poverty/): Taking Action Against Poverty Empowering Lives Empowering Individuals, Eradicating Poverty https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/VIDEO-2023-11-20-21-12-03.mp4 Raised Funds 0% 0% Raised $10,000 (Goal) Find below multiple ways you can meaningfully help those struggling with poverty. If you have other resources you would like to see on our contacts list below, please send us an email to info@freedomisamustfoundation.org.  Institutions Fighting Poverty Here, you will find a comprehensive list of organizations actively working towards alleviating poverty in our communities. Together, we can make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families affected by this pressing issue. Union United Food bank Food bank open every Tuesday […]
- [Justice-Seeking Lawyers](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/justice-seeking-lawyers/): Justice-Seeking Lawyers: Free Consultations Referred by the Freedomisamustfoundation.org Justice-Seeking Lawyers: Free Consultations Referred by the Freedomisamustfoundation.org Free Consultations Legal Guidance for Equal Rights 0% Raised $10,000 (Goal) We have compiled a list of lawyers that are hungry for justice and the righteous cause. Click on the names below and mention that you were referred by the Freedom Is A Must Foundation to receive your free consultation. Please note that the lawyers on this list specialize in various areas of law, including but not limited to civil rights, employment law, criminal defense, family law, and more. They possess a deep understanding […]
- [Youth Empowerment Initiatives](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/youth-empowerment/): Empowering the Next Generation: Youth Empowerment Initiatives. unlocking potential Creating Opportunities for Growth and Leadership 0% Raised $10,000 (Goal) We understand the significance of mental well-being and strive to provide valuable resources and support for individuals facing mental health challenges. Here, we have compiled a list of organizations and platforms that are dedicated to promoting mental health, offering guidance, and connecting individuals with professional assistance. We encourage you to explore these resources to find the help and support you need. Resources Need a job? Check out our Employment resource contacts: YMCA reintegration services Contact info: Camille Bégin-Bellefleur Conseillère en développement professionnel […]
- [Fundraising for a Brighter Future](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/fundraising/): Fundraising for a Brighter Future Join our Fundraising Campaign Raising Funds, Changing Lives Raised Funds 0% 0% Raised $10,000 (Goal) Your support can make a significant impact on multiple causes that the Freedom Is A Must Foundation is actively addressing. By donating to our foundation, you can contribute to initiatives aimed at alleviating poverty, empowering youth, combating climate change, and preventing crime. Why Donate to the Freedom Is A Must Foundation? Comprehensive Impact: By directing your donations to the Freedom Is A Must Foundation, you enable us to allocate resources across various causes. Your contribution will support initiatives addressing poverty, […]
- [Taking Action Against Climate Change](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/climate-change/): Taking Action Against Climate Change climate action hub Join the Movement for a Greener Future Raised Funds 0% 0% Raised $10,000 (Goal) Here, you will find a comprehensive list of organizations and efforts dedicated to combating climate change in Canada and beyond. Together, we can make a significant difference in creating a sustainable future for generations to come. Institutions Fighting Climate Change Together, we can combat climate change by taking individual and collective action. Join us in the fight against climate change and be part of the solution. Moses Filter Based in Vancouver, Moses Filter is a company specializing in […]
- [Nurturing Mental Health](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/mental-health-2/): Nurturing Mental Health: Resources and Support mental health Empowering Well-being 0% Raised $10,000 (Goal) We understand the significance of mental well-being and strive to provide valuable resources and support for individuals facing mental health challenges. Here, we have compiled a list of organizations and platforms that are dedicated to promoting mental health, offering guidance, and connecting individuals with professional assistance. We encourage you to explore these resources to find the help and support you need. Resources Your mental health matters, and you don’t have to face challenges alone. There are numerous institutions and organizations dedicated to providing support and resources […]
- [Take action - Events](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/take-action/): Join our movement Take action Make an impact Be the change Find out how to get involved and make a meaningful impact in your community and beyond. Take action today Ways you can take action with us Make a donation Your donation can help us fund our initiatives and make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Check out our donation page to make a contribution. Learn more Attend our events We regularly host events to raise awareness about our causes and engage with the community. Check out our events section to see what’s coming up. Volunteer We believe that collective action is […]
- [Home](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/): Freedom Is A Must Foundation In this space you will learn about the Freedom Is A Must Foundation’s events, projects, causes we support and ways to take action. Discover more Freedom Is A Must Foundation is a federally incorporated non-profit (Corporation No: 1460895-0) WHO WE SERVE Communities We Support We support individuals, families, and communities affected by systemic barriers, involvement with the justice system, poverty, and social exclusion through mentorship, advocacy, rehabilitation support, and grassroots initiatives that create pathways to healing, growth, and lasting success. At-Risk Youth Youth facing systemic barriers, limited opportunities, and community challenges. Justice-System Impacted Individuals & […]
- [Make an Impact](https://freedomisamustfoundation.org/make-an-impact/): Join the Freedom Is a Must Movement Donate and Transform Lives Thank you for considering a donation to the Freedom Is a Must Foundation! Your generous contribution will help us continue our mission of creating positive change in various causes. Donate now MORE INFO Support Us We are pleased to offer convenient and secure donation options through PayPal and Stripe, ensuring a seamless giving experience for our valued supporters. a help for those in need Your Contribution in Action Here you have the option to donate to a specific cause or to the general Freedom Is A Must Foundation fund.  […]
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