SMD has existed in various forms since the late 1940s. Today, the SMD family includes a head office in Winnipeg as well as six regional offices throughout Manitoba that provide services and support to people with disabilities in rural areas. SMD is also affiliated with national organizations such as Easter Seals Canada.
Based on projections, disability in Manitoba will continue to rise over the next 25 years. The Society for Manitobans with Disabilities strives for long term sustainability so that programs and services are available to meet the needs of children, youth and adults with disabilities.
Founded in 1976, Rossbrook House is a neighbourhood drop-in centre for children, youth, and young adults. Located at the corner of Ross Avenue and Sherbrook Street in the Centennial area of the inner-city of Winnipeg MB; it offers a constant alternative to the destructive environment of the streets:Keeping the doors open 365 days of the year and 24 hours every weekend & period of school holidaysRecruiting its staff from the young people who come to the centre on a regular basis Driving participants safely home each evening Rossbrook's mission is to provide a safe place for children and youth to belong, play, learn and become...Today, 1,500 children and youth ages 6-24 years come through the doors annually and up to 100 participants on a daily basis. Beyond being a safe place to be, Rossbrook has 3 alternative school programs, an afterschool homework club, young mom's group, sports and recreational activities, Aboriginal cultural activities, leadership activites, a music program, a money management/matched savings program and a transformative writing program for youth and adults in the community.
1Hope Winnipeg represents a group of not-for-profit organizations working together towards a brighter future by connecting with, supporting and empowering the most disenfranchised people in our city.Our five outreach ministries (West Broadway, St. Matthew's-Maryland, Oak Table, North End Stella and Rainbow Ministry) serve those living with addictions, those without a place to call home, or those shunned by others based on race, income and sexual orientation. The need for their presence continues to grow, especially in these times of economic stress.
Navigation MenuPathways to EducationCEDA hosts the Pathways to Education program in Winnipeg, with partnerships from the Province of Manitob,a Winnipeg School Division, Pathways to Education Canad,a University of Winnipeg and the City of Winnipeg. Pathways to Education-Winnipeg program focuses on lowering high school drop outs rates, increasing access to post-secondary education and closing the 'opportunity gap' There are 4...read moreThe History of CEDACommunity Education Development Association (CEDA) was formed in 1979 when seven inner city parent councils agreed to form a non-profit community development organization in order to build a voice for inner city parents and residents to more effectively address education and community improvement concerns and issues. A Board of Directors was elected to govern CEDA including representation from...read moreAboriginal Children Count CampaignAboriginal Children Count: A Campaign for Social Justice in the Childhood Development: The purpose of this campaign which was launched in 2012 is to create awareness for the need for targeted programming for Aboriginal babies to age four who live in the North End.
Who We AreOur mission: To bring hope and a future through Christ to youth and their families in the inner city.Inner City Youth Alive (ICYA) is located in the North End of Winnipeg, which is one of the poorest and underserved area in Winnipeg and Canada. ICYA provides a safe, active and nurturing environment for children and youth many of whom experience poverty, abuse and neglect.ICYA engages local kids by offering quality programs through which relationships grow. These supportive relationships play a vital role in the lives of hundreds who are at risk, providing hope, inspiration, mentorship and a strong sense of the Heavenly Father's desire to be in relationship with us. These essential programs empower children and youth to grow and develop into confident individuals who are better equipped to deal with the harsh realities that they face daily._____Our HistoryInner City Youth Alive was founded in 1986 with the vision of Mark Friesen and Kent Dueck. Their vision was to make a difference in the lives of our inner city youth by sharing the love of Christ with them.
Sunshine HouseKali Shiva AIDS Services has been working with people living with HIV/AIDS in Winnipeg since 1987. Sunshine House began operations in 1999 after broad consultation between affected communities, and national and local agencies active in the poly drug using community .A core of roughly 50 'regular' clients has emerged from the programs in place over the history of Kali Shiva at Sunshine House. This core of individuals is distinguished from the 4000/year 'occasional' users of service by their long-term participation in programs and use of practical services offered. The core of individuals has consistently followed us through two re-locations, including to our permanent facility at 646 Logan Avenue.Sunshine House has successfully engaged the most marginalized individuals in the Winnipeg poly drug using community by being a place where everyone is welcome, without judgement. A 'Harm Reduction' approach to our work has built a strong connection with people who often reject community services.
Sandy Bay Child and Family Services believes that all children have the right to grow up in a safe and nurturing family environment, free from child abuse
During early 1960s very few Hindu families had settled in Manitoba, who were living mostly in Winnipeg. The early settlers were mostly Professionals, as Teachers, Professors, Physicians and others. A few more families trickled here during early 1970s. There was no common place of worship or congregation.In 1970, a few families floated the idea of incorporating The Manitoba Hindu Society as a religious and charitable organization and Society was registered on December 9th. 1970. The Society started holding an annual Diwali Celebration at St. Mary's Road United Church. The activities of the society became extended to observing major Hindu Festivals. In addition to the Diwali, Maha shivratri, Ram Navami and Krishna Janmashtmi got celebrated at one Hall or another, and Sunday prayer meetings were added. These Sunday meetings became popular and used to be held at random at the homes of the devotees and then regularly at the International Centre.