Turning Leaf (Inc.) is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to providing crisis and treatment services to those experiencing intellectual challenge and mental illness.These services are made up of caring, skilled community members.These Turning Leaf community members are dedicated to helping those experiencing intellectual challenge and mental illness. They are also deeply committed to working with the participant in addressing the seemingly insurmountable obstacles that those experiencing intellectual challenge and/or mental illness face every day: discrimination, poverty, stigm,a isolation, loneliness.Introducing the Fallen Leaf FundThe Fallen Leaf Fund is a fund established by Turning Leaf (Inc.) in 2012 designed to raise money to ensure critical services – crisis counselling, safe housing for women at risk, and addictions treatment – can be provided to those living with mental illness and intellectual challenge. The recipients of these services are often those who have fallen through the cracks in our system.Donovan is a perfect example of someone falling through the cracks.Donovan was born in Winkler, Manitoba to proud parents
Direct Action in Support of Community Homes (DASCH) Inc.DASCH is a non-profit organization established in 1974 dedicated to exploring and meeting the residential , day program , respite and foster care needs of youth and adults.DASCH supports people living in over 50 homes throughout Winnipeg. People can participate in personalized social, educational, vocational and recreational services that provide learning opportunities and greater independence.Since the movement from institutionalization to community living evolved, various advocacy groups like DASCH have made large strides in empowering an otherwise historically overlooked population of our society.DASCH is truly committed to enhancing and uplifting the lives of the people it supports through education, awareness, understanding and the highest degree of respect for all. Our CommitmentIn cooperation with governing agencies, DASCH strives to incorporate innovative and progressive approaches to service delivery while preserving its ongoing commitment to quality care.VisionProvide the opportunity, supports, and environment in which persons living with developmental disabilities can reach their full potential
The ALS Society of Manitoba offers support, information, research, and more for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Donate today and help create a world free of ALS.
MCAMMember CategoriesMCAM is a non-profit trade organization affiliated with the Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada and represents plumbing and heating contractors in their relationship with the construction industry, legislative departments of municipal and provincial government and other industry-related bodies. Also represented are Associate Members (suppliers to the mechanical contracting trade), Affiliate Members (representatives of related associations) and Mechanical Services Contractors. There are separate fee structures for each category. Both Union and Non Union Contractors comprise its membership.MCAM has a long record of service in Manitob,a having grown out of the Manitoba Branch of the Canadian Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Association.The affairs of the Association are conducted by a Board of Directors elected from the membership. Permanent staff facilities for day-to-day activity and representation of members' concerns are maintained in Winnipeg.Standing Committee
Peguis Child & Family Services is one of ten agencies within the Southern First Nations Network of Care mandated to provide programs and services to our people that protect our children, promote family wellness, and strengthen our community.Open your heart & home to a child in need.Sometimes it takes a village...Peguis CFS has children who need a safe, loving home with a caring family. Become a Foster Parent today , and your life will be enriched! We are pleased to announce that our WINNIPEG OUTREACH OFFICE HAS MOVED TO A NEW LOCATION:Unit 1-1349 Border Street, Winnipeg, MB24 Hour Emergency Services
Arcane Horizon Inc is a not for profit organization incorporated on July 19,1995 to support two men to live in their own home in the community. The agency was formed when the parents of these two men determined they could develop a more suitable support model for their sons. These parents with the assistance of Family Services, Association for Community Living and Prairie Places Inc. founded the agency.The agency is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors predominantly comprised of family members of individuals we support. The agency was founded on the Gentle Teaching Philosophy - this means that our first task is to build a bridge of companionship between those whom we serve and their support network. We build on our belief that all people have a deep longing to feel at home with others, and are called to come together in a spirit of companionship and community.This approach to care giving is based on a psychology of human interdependence that sees all change as mutual and as bringing or deepening feelings of companionship and community.
Children are our GiftsSagkeeng Child and Family Services is one of 10 agencies in the Southern First Nations Network of Care providing provincially mandated services. We believe that children are our gifts and as a community, it is our responsibility to guarantee their physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs. We provide a variety of services built on the principles of honesty, respect, kindness, trust, humility and courage. We welcome your comments anytime.
Celebrating 26 Years of Inclusive ServicesSCE LifeWorks is proud to be a finalist for the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce 2014 Spirit of Winnipeg Award! Jeff Johnson has built a great career at Bison Transport. Check out this story as featured in the Winnipeg Free Press on September 8, 2012.Celebrating Progressive Employers & Capable Employees:Bison Transport & Jeff JohnsonWhen Jeff Johnson arrives for work at six each morning, he does not know what his work day will be like. A custodial engineer at Bison Transport in Winnipeg, Johnson works in the shops department, which ensures the safe operating condition of the Bison fleet of 1100 trucks, 4000 trailers and other equipment. On any given day, Johnson may spend his day driving through the city, picking up parts for trucks in the shops, or even picking up their drivers. Johnson may spend his shift cleaning and organizing sections of the shops; as a qualified forklift operator, he might spend most of his time managing the forklift. He has received the company's 'charging ahead' award for his exceptional service.