Social Service Organizations

Community Legal Education Association is a charitable organization that provides Manitobans with information about the law through several services. We have existed since 1984.

Funded by the Law Society of Manitoba and The Manitoba Law Foundation, the Law Phone-In & Lawyer Referral Program provides: general legal information and advice over the phone in response to callers’ inquiries, if appropriate, referrals to law-related agencies, in appropriate situations, a referral to a lawyer on the Lawyer Referral panel. The first interview with that lawyer is free (up to half an hour). If we refer you to a lawyer, we will need your name and address for the confirmation letter sent to you and the lawyer. Our phone hours are 9 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday. We are not a drop-in service! We do not see anyone in person!

CLEA has set up a Workplace Sexual Harassment Hotline for Manitoba. The Hotline is staffed by a staff lawyer who can provide legal information and advice, make appropriate referrals to agencies, print and other resources. In appropriate circumstances, the staff lawyer can refer the client to a lawyer on CLEA’s lawyer referral panel for representation. This project is funded by Justice Canada.

If you are in immediate danger call 911. If someone is being abused and is not in immediate danger, the Domestic Violence Crisis Line is open 24 hours at 1-877-977-0007. You can call this line for information and to discuss options. CLEA has set up a phone line and dedicated email address so that we can provide prompt legal information and referrals to resources. As part of the project, we are doing outreach. This includes organizing workshops about IPV related subjects for the public as well as for agencies and professionals providing assistance to those impacted by family and relationship violence.

Legal Help Centre is a place you can come to if you have a legal problem. Services are provided at no cost, to all individuals who qualify.

Advocacy is at the heart of all activities conducted by the office of the Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth. In all forms our advocacy takes, working towards the best interests of the child and supporting the voices of children, youth, and young adults guides us in being effective advocates in individual cases and on a larger systemic scale.

MACY is legislated to be involved in public education on the interests and well-being of children. MACY provides education and engagement all over Manitoba and our mandate regularly takes us across the province’s nearly 650,000 square kilometres. It is important to us to provide our advocacy services throughout the entire province, including in northern, rural, and remote communities. Service equity is an issue to which we hold other systems accountable, and it is important that we also demonstrate our own commitment to this ideal.

The Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth (MACY) recognizes the unique gifts, strengths, and talents of young people and understand the importance of creating and facilitating opportunities for youth to lead change and strengthen communities through engagement that is meaningful for youth. Guided by the rights described in the United Nations Conventions on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), MACY strives to protect these rights and believes that every child should have a say in decisions that affect their lives.

When any child, youth, or young adult up to age 21 dies in Manitoba, the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) officially notifies the Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth (Manitoba Advocate). If the child or their family had received any reviewable service (child welfare) within 12 months of the death of the child, the Manitoba Advocate may review and investigate the public services that were delivered to the child and their family. The purpose of the reviews and investigations is to examine the effectiveness and responsiveness of the services provided to the child and their family.

The Quality Assurance program at the Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth was implemented in 2013 in an effort to ensure the internal and external work of the office was always striving toward excellence. From its beginning, the primary goals of the program were to help prepare the office for future growth, promote organizational stability, and ensure that quality and efficient services are delivered to children, youth, young adults, and their families across the province.

The office of the Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth (MACY) is committed to working toward reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. MACY has created an internal ReconciliACTION Framework for its offices. Led by the Indigenous Deputy Advocate and Knowledge Keeper at our office, the ReconciliACTION Framework is a guide we use in our office to advance meaningful reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. It describes our approach and plan to advance reconciliation through our work.

The Manitoba Advocate’s Research Hub is empowered by Section 11(1) of The Advocate for Children and Youth Act. The Research Hub focuses on improving the effectiveness and responsiveness of services provided to children and youth in Manitoba which include: child welfare, adoption, disability, addiction, mental health, education, victim support, and youth justice.

The Advocate’s responsibilities respecting the review and investigation of serious injuries to children, youth, or young adults is included in Part 4 of the ACYA. While the Manitoba Advocate is currently empowered to investigate serious injuries that come to the attention of the office, what remains yet to be proclaimed is the requirement of service providers to submit to mandatory reporting to the Manitoba Advocate serious injuries of children and youth. Our office has been informed this portion of the legislation will be proclaimed once necessary regulations have been developed.

Maybe you just have some questions and are looking for a safe, non-judgemental place to get answers. Whatever your situation is, AFM youth services are here for you. We offer a range of supportive services for young people 12 – 18 years of age.

Adult services are provided to adults 18 years and older who are seeking assistance either due to their own or another’s involvement with alcohol, drugs, and/or gambling. We offer in-house and community-based services in communities across Manitoba. AFM’s Adult Treatment Services provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals making healthy lifestyle changes. We appreciate that these changes usually involve taking risks and often require time for people to develop new life skills. If substance use or gambling issues are causing you or your family concern, we can help.

When someone is struggling with drugs, alcohol or problem gambling, that person’s family and loved ones are affected too. Whether you’ve lived with addiction yourself or experienced it in your family growing up, AFM’s Family Program is here for you. We can support you to explore how a history with addiction impacts your life today and how you can move forward.

The Manitoba Opioid Support and Treatment (MOST) Program supports individuals who are dependent on opioids by prescribing medication that reduces the symptoms of withdrawal as well as providing counselling and other supports. AFM offers this program in Winnipeg and Brandon.

If you have been charged with impaired driving attending AFM’s Impaired Driver Program is one of the steps you need to take for Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) to consider reissuing your licence.

RAAM clinics are walk-in clinics for adults (ages 18+) looking to get help with high-risk substance use and addiction. This includes people who want to try medical assistance to reduce or stop their substance use. They may experience frequent intoxication or overdose symptoms, as well as unpleasant withdrawal symptoms when attempting to reduce or stop their substance use. RAAM clinics are also for people who may have substance-related health issues, such as hepatitis, pancreatitis and infections. No referral is needed. RAAM clinics are not for people needing urgent medical attention for serious physical problems or mental health symptoms such as psychosis (paranoia, delusions, hallucinations), agitation; who are at active risk of harm to self or others, or who require police/security involvement.

Contact list of AFM Programs and Offices for Women and Family. These include the Women's Intake and In-House Services, Women's Community Based Services and Family Services.

Contact List of AFM Programs and Offices in the River Pointe Centre in Winnipeg. This centre is home to both the Winnipeg Men's Program, the Winnipeg Men's Intake and the Manitoba Opioid Support and Treatment.

Contact List of AFM Programs and Offices in Northern Manitoba, in Thompson, Flin Flon and The Pas. Contact info listed here for Thompson.

Contact List of AFM Programs and Offices in the Parkland region. Contact info listed here for St. Rose du Lac.

Contact List of AFM Programs and Offices in Brandon and the surrounding area. Contact info listed here for Brandon's Parkwood Centre.

Contact List of AFM Programs and Offices in all other offices outside of Winnipeg. Listings for Beausejour, Boissevain, Brandon, Dauphin, Flin Flon, Gimli, Minnedosa, Portage la Prairie, Rossburn, Selkirk, Southport, Steinbach, Ste. Rose du Lac, Swan River, The Pas, Thompson, Virden, and Winkler (covering the Winkler and Morden area).

"I think I’m pregnant. What are my options?" Your very best ‘first option’ is to start talking with people who understand your situation. People who have been there. Remember, don’t panic … and don’t let anyone put pressure on you. You’ve got time to make your decisions. We’d love to talk with you. Please know that everything is completely confidential and free at our centre.

Kids Help Phone is Canada’s only 24/7 e-mental health service offering free, confidential support to young people in English and French. Help Line 1-800-668-6868 or Text 686868. Did you know you can request an Indigenous crisis responder? Text FIRST NATIONS, INUIT or METIS to 686868.

Our mission is to help youth and their families to address past struggles and develop healthier relationships to reach their full potential in the future. Depending on individual needs, clients are referred to any of Knowles Centre's programs.

Marymound's Live-in Services include: Group Homes, Independant Living, Young Parents Program, Treatment Foster Care, Semi Secure Units and Cultural (programing that includes Indigenous Youth Mentors). Marymound’s Managed Care program aims to meet the physical, emotional, spiritual, and social needs of the young person. A number of living arrangements fall within Marymound’s continuum of care – group homes, secure units, foster care and independent living. Marymound’s Managed Care Program provides 24-hour care to approximately 300 young people at risk in the community each year. Access to Marymound Managed Care Programs is by referral only.

This program is part of the Residential Services. Many of the young people at Marymound are of First Nations or Métis descent. At Marymound we believe that cultural awareness and pride are key components to healing. A strong, positive cultural identity can instill feelings of pride; give a young person a sense of place in the world as well as a sense of community affiliation. It is crucial that youth be in touch with their spirit and self to reconnect with their roots. The Indigenous Cultural Program is delivered by the Indigenous Cultural Coordinator in conjunction with elders and traditional healers from the local First Nations and Métis community. Through sharing and talking circles, sweat lodges, teachings, ceremonies and other activities, youth will develop a sense of self-worth, self-understanding, patience and ways to respect and honour life.

Marymound's Clinical services include: Sexual Abuse Treatment, Sexually Exploited Youth, Crisis Stablization Unit, Youth Addicitions Stabilization Unit and Outreach. Marymound utilizes a Resiliency-Based TX Framework– an over arching perspective covering the four cornerstones of Trauma, Attachment, Strength-based and Connections to address specific issues encountered by its youth in care. Marymound’s comprehensive programming uses creative and effective ways to assess risk factors and problem areas, encourage dialogue, and promote healing and positive progress that benefits every young person coming into care. Our trained staff includes clinicians and therapists trained in the areas of sexual abuse, sexual exploitation, family systems counselling, play therapy and trauma resolution. Outreach is a part of Clinical Services. The Marymound Outreach Worker fulfills a key role by ensuring that care does not end at the doorway by working with Marymound program staff and getting to know the young people in care and the places they are likely to frequent.

Marymound School serves two populations of students. Some are young people who live in Marymound group homes or living units, while others, our Day Treatment students, come to us from all over Winnipeg, and live at home with their parents, foster parents or other group homes. Children with very high needs can achieve success in school with additional supports. This is where Marymound School excels. Using a creative, dynamic approach, Marymound School delivers the provincial education curriculum from elementary grades to grade 11. Students often transition back into community school after a few years at Marymound School.

Marymound North in Thompson, Manitoba offers the following services: Wellness Programs, Parenting Programs, Community Programs and Foster Care. Children and families in Thompson, Manitoba and surrounding communities are well served by the wide range of programs and services provided by Marymound North. Always keeping the best welfare of our young people in mind, Marymound programs work together, joining forces to provide the best possible combination of services and support to benefit young people and their families. Treatment Foster Care, Futures and other community-based programming provide a continuum of caring that offers a rich resource for local families.

If you are in a moment of crisis, struggling to understand or cope with suicidal thoughts, or worried about someone else, when you reach out, a trained responder will listen without judgement, provide support and understanding, and can tell you about resources that will help. It’s important to talk about suicide. Connect any time: Call 24/7 1-833-456-4566 or text 45645 from 4pm-midnight Eastern Standard Time.

There is a YRC Shelter in both Winnipeg and Thompson, Manitoba. Both offer a safe place for youth to stay overnight or short-term, where a warm bed and someone to listen are just the beginning. Services are free and accessible around the clock and include basic needs like food and a shower, counseling, advocacy and referrals for additional help and resources. The Thompson location offers laundry, hygiene supplies and first aid as well.

The Link has programs of support for Mental Health and Addictions. Connect is a free therapy support for families, couples & individuals. You do not have to be currently accessing MYS programs. As long as you are not in crisis or requiring clinical care. The Link's Momentum is a new group therapy program designed to bring parents or teens together who may be experiencing similar challenges. Sometimes it helps just knowing you are not alone. An onsite AFM youth counsellor is available at 175 Mayfair to support youth 12+ and their families and caregivers.

The Link: Youth and Family Supports offers a range of FREE services to help stabilize youth and families in times of crisis and improve your long-term strength, resilience & well-being. Our goal is to help keep families together, surrounded by an extended community of support. Heart to Home provides safe and loving homes where kids 21 and under are nurtured and wrapped in critical supports that help them thrive and stay connected to their families, culture and communities. Healing Homes is a network of community group homes that offer youth 10 to 17 safe spaces, compassion, one-on-one support and specialized therapy to help with emotional, behavioral, social and/or medical needs that require higher levels of support, supervision and intervention. Mobile Crisis Teams support youth and families with safety and mental health concerns, parent/child conflict and behaviour management wherever crisis is occurring, whether at home, in hospital, at school, or elsewhere in the community.

Our Skills4Life programs help youth leaving care navigate the realities of adulthood as they make the transition to independence and pursue their goals for school, work, and life. Skills4Life includes 3 programs. Skills 4 Success: Funded by the Government of Canada's Youth Employment Skills Strategy, Skills4Success is a skills development program for youth ages 15-30 who are eager to work, but just need a little extra support, training, and knowledge to be successful. Youth are paid for 18 weeks to participate in six weeks' classroom training plus 12 weeks' on-the-job training. Ready2Work is a tailored work placement program for young people who have work experience and are work-ready, but whose employment situation has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic in the last 18 months. Life Train helps young adults 18 to 29 develop pre-employment and job search skills along with the ability to self-advocate. Participants also receive one-on-one help based on individual needs like housing and housing rights; medical, legal and CFS issues; as well as employment and income assistance.

Like healthy plants, strong roots create strong, resilient children and youth who can thrive and grow to their full potential. The Indigenous Initiatives team plays such an important role at The Link - connecting youth to the skills, knowledge, traditional languages experiences and land-based practices that are central to the healing journey for Indigenous families and critical to shaping a child's identity and sense of belonging.

Wellness Together Canada is designed to be used on demand: you get to choose what you need, when you need it. Our services range from basic wellness information, to one-on-one sessions with a counsellor, to participating in a community of support. Whatever it is you’re looking for, we’re here to point you towards the best resources out there.

ICSEP aims to provide clients and employees with a chance to connect to the Indigenous culture through experiencing and participating in cultural activities such as crafting, fishing, nature walks, performing in and attending pow wows and maintaining a healing garden. Clients also participate in traditional ceremonies and activities including, but not limited to: Sweat Lodge Ceremonies, Drumming circle, Medicine picking, Language exposure, Sun Dance Ceremonies and Regalia making. ICSEP provides clients with opportunities to connect one-on-one with Elders and receive guidance using the Seven Sacred Teachings. This program offers an environment where clients can connect with each other, a safe place to be themselves and an atmosphere of enjoyment.

Inclusion Winnipeg serves three primary roles: to help adults and children living with intellectual disabilities, and their families, navigate areas such as health, education, housing, employment and finance, to advocate on the behalf of people living with intellectual disabilities, and their families, to influence policy and legislation that affects their lives, and to build capacity across all environments: recreational, educational and employment, recognizing that an inclusive community means a welcoming environment for everyone.

Ready, Willing and Able (RWA) is a national partnership of Inclusion Canada (formerly the Canadian Association for Community Living), the Canadian Autism Spectrum Disorders Alliance (CASDA) and their member organizations. Funded by the Government of Canada, RWA is designed to increase the labour force participation of people with an intellectual disability or on the autism spectrum. The Winnipeg chapter and location is partnered with the office and work of Inclusion Winnipeg.

The Inclusive Workplace is for people who are on the autism spectrum or have an intellectual disability. It helps them to find jobs or to work during COVID-19 and beyond. It helps companies hire good workers and build an inclusive workplace. It helps employment agencies support job seekers and employees too.

Manitoba Possible; formerly Society for Manitobans with Disabilities. We believe an inclusive and accessible society is possible. Breaking Down Barriers for 70 Years. In 1950, we began as the Society for Crippled Children, to assist children and youth with disabilities. In 1985, we became the Society for Manitobans with Disabilities, reflecting a then contemporary image for persons with disabilities and their families. In 2020, we became Manitoba Possible - not a society for Manitobans with disabilities, a society for all. Seeing what’s Possible. Fighting for Possible. Making Possible Happen. When you receive a disability diagnosis, it can change your life. You might think you have to give up on the future you had envisioned for yourself or your child. But you don’t. We’re here to change perspectives. We’re here to show Manitoba’s adults, youth and children exactly what’s possible.

What We Do: work together to eliminate barriers to full and equal participation through a variety of programs and services for people with disabilities. Manitoba Possible has programs in the following areas: Adult Recreation and Leisure, Accessible Technology, Children’s Recreation and Leisure, Children’s Service Coordination, Communication Centre for Children, Community Education and Training, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, Employment Preparation, Financial Empowerment, Manitoba Wheelchair Program, Newcomer Navigation & Support, Parking Permit Program, Provincial Outreach Therapy for Children, Self-Help Clearinghouse, Thompson Supportive Employment Program and Vocational Rehabilitation.

MPower: Manitoba’s Accessibility Challenge is a project that encourages students in Manitoba to share their voice and vision of accessibility for our schools and communities today and for years to come.

Care Possible connects trusted service providers with individuals and families who need in-home care.

Clean Ventures’ staff is specially trained for construction cleans and comprehensive custodial work. Through our vocational rehabilitation program at Manitoba Possible, formerly Society for Manitobans with Disabilities, we noticed our job-ready candidates still have trouble finding gainful employment. So we decided to take matters into our own hands. Now, Clean Ventures is a profitable social enterprise that provides meaningful work to people who face barriers to employment, with a business model that helps us pave the way for a more inclusive society.

Explore Possible is a thought leadership initiative bringing stories of lived experiences to Manitobans and the world. Keen to explore the many perspectives of people with disabilities and who are Deaf or hard of hearing, Manitoba Possible wanted to lead the charge in creating an online journal for Manitobans and Canadians to invite conversation, educate, inform and challenge assumptions.

Tech-Connect delivers digital devices to families and individuals to make connections possible and combat social isolation. This is especially important in a time of physical distancing. The program also provided PPE care packages and envoyy care credit hours to people who needed it. Tech-Connect funding is limited. Priority will be given to those that need a device, technology training, and assistance with creating an Envoyy account and receiving care hour credits.

Manitoba Possible; formerly Society for Manitobans with Disabilities. We believe an inclusive and accessible society is possible. Manitoba Possible provides programs and services throughout the province – explore the site to see what’s available in your community. Services offered: Children Service Coordination for Families, Vocational Rehabilitation for Adults, Wheelchair Services & Parking Permits, Transition Supports for Clients 18+, American Sign Language (ASL) Classes , Outreach Therapy for Children, and Disability awareness training.

Manitoba Possible; formerly Society for Manitobans with Disabilities. We believe an inclusive and accessible society is possible. Manitoba Possible provides programs and services throughout the province – explore the site to see what’s available in your community. Services offered: Children Service Coordination for Families, Vocational Rehabilitation for Adults, Wheelchair Services & Parking Permits, American Sign Language (ASL) Classes , Outreach Therapy for Children, Disability awareness training, Communication Centre for Children and Provincial Outreach Therapy for Children.

Manitoba Possible; formerly Society for Manitobans with Disabilities. We believe an inclusive and accessible society is possible. Manitoba Possible provides programs and services throughout the province – explore the site to see what’s available in your community. Services Offered: Children Service Coordination for Families, Vocational Rehabilitation for Adults, Wheelchair Services & Parking Permits, Recreation and Leisure: Children and Adult, American Sign Language (ASL) Classes , Outreach Therapy for Children and Disability awareness training.

Manitoba Possible; formerly Society for Manitobans with Disabilities. We believe an inclusive and accessible society is possible. Manitoba Possible provides programs and services throughout the province – explore the site to see what’s available in your community. Services Offered: Children Service Coordination for Families, Vocational Rehabilitation for Adults, Wheelchair Services & Parking Permits, American Sign Language (ASL) Classes, Outreach Therapy for Children, and Disability awareness training.

Manitoba Possible; formerly Society for Manitobans with Disabilities. We believe an inclusive and accessible society is possible. Manitoba Possible provides programs and services throughout the province – explore the site to see what’s available in your community. Services offered: Children Service Coordination for Families, Vocational Rehabilitation for Adults, Wheelchair Services & Parking Permits, American Sign Language (ASL) Classes , Outreach Therapy for Children, and Disability awareness training.

Manitoba Possible; formerly Society for Manitobans with Disabilities. We believe an inclusive and accessible society is possible. Manitoba Possible provides programs and services throughout the province – explore the site to see what’s available in your community. Services Offered: TSEP - Employment Services and Supports, Vocational Rehabilitation for Adults, Wheelchair Services & Parking Permits, Intake for Northern Children’s Therapy , Children Service Coordination for Families, American Sign Language (ASL) Classes , Outreach Therapy for Children, and Disability awareness training.

The Early Learning and Child Care Program licenses and monitors child care centres and family/group child care homes according to The Community Child Care Standards Act and Regulations. It provides grants and program assistance to eligible licensed early learning and child care facilities and works to support children with additional support needs in child care settings through the Inclusion Support Program. The Early Learning and Child Care Program classifies all child care assistants and early childhood educators who work in licensed child care centres. It assigns a child care coordinator to work with each licensed facility and provides child care subsidies to eligible families to help with the cost of care through the Subsidy Program.

The Family Resource Centre offers the following services and assistance with Transportation (to and from the programs), Phone, computer, Wifi, printing and faxing access, help with ID cards, children's clothing, baby items and feminine hygiene products, free contraceptives and resource materials, a lending library of books, equipment and games for families, volunteer options, mental health and wellness coaching, community referrals and events.

Please click on your province and call the appropriate phone number for your area to inquire about making a referral to Strongest Families Institute. Manitoba Programs available include: Parents Empowering Kids, Chase Worries Away, Defeat Anxiety, Dry Nights Ahead, Chase Pain Away, ICAN Adult Anxiety and Depression Program. You will need to be referred through your Primary Care Provider. Primary Care Providers can direct refer clients using the following link (please note client email is required, if clients do not have an email please call 1-866-470-7111).

The YMCA of Brandon is committed to excellence in serving all customers in a manner that is consistent with the principles of independence dignity and equal opportunity. Most importantly, the Y offers its services to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay.

The Mental Health: Learning and Leisure Centre is a community initiative of the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg that provides skills teaching and leisure programming for adults who live with mental illness, are now in recovery and require supports to participate fully in the community and work toward personal mental health goals.

We believe camp is like no other childhood experience…and one that every child deserves to take part in. Our camps combine fun, friendships, physical activity and personal growth to create memories that last a lifetime. At the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg we offer day camps during Spring Break and Winter Holiday weeks as well as throughout the summer months. Speaking of summer! We have the ultimate overnight camp experience in beautiful Lake of the Woods, Ontario at Camp Stephens where children, teens & families have the opportunity for outdoor adventure. Whether you’re looking to discover new activities, find new talents, or connect with nature, you’ll make friendships and memories that last a lifetime. For Day Camps, please contact your local branch.

At the Y, we’ve never met a kid whose potential we couldn’t see. It’s our belief in developing a child’s potential that has led us to our position today as Manitoba’s largest provider of childcare services. Our childcare programs focus on helping children develop seven core values: respect, responsibility, inclusiveness, caring, health, honesty and equality. We believe that it’s crucial for children to be active. Our childcare centres incorporate physical activities into our programming, including: outdoor activities, gym time and a swimming program for the preschool children.

Programs: Aquatics, Camps, Childcare, Community Intitiatives, Education and Training, Employment Services, Global Initiatives, Health and Fitness, Health Management and Youth Leadership.

Programs: Aquatics, Camps, Childcare, Community Intitiatives, Education and Training, Employment Services, Global Initiatives, Health and Fitness, Health Management and Youth Leadership.

Programs: Aquatics, Camps, Childcare, Community Intitiatives, Education and Training, Employment Services, Global Initiatives, Health and Fitness, Health Management and Youth Leadership.

Programs: Aquatics, Camps, Childcare, Community Intitiatives, Education and Training, Employment Services, Global Initiatives, Health and Fitness, Health Management and Youth Leadership.

At the Y, our goal is to help people reach their full potential. By offering a range of programs, we can help you get on a path toward employment and self-sufficiency. Services offered: Employment Opportunities (Job Bank), Self Employment Training Program, and Summer Work Student Exchange.

The Connect 2 Voicemail box service lets you have a FREE phone answering service even if you don’t have a telephone. To get your messages, you can use the phone of a friend or relative. Also, many agencies, businesses, and churches have phones you can use for free. Your pass code keeps your messages confidential. To receive your free mailbox, you will have to connect with an agency that will help you set up your voice mailbox.

The Manitoba Harm Reduction Network works toward equitable access, systemic change, and reducing the transmission sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) through advocacy, policy work, education, research and relationships. The MHRN and all of our sites are located on Indigenous land. Specifically, we are located on Anishinaabe, Ininew, Anish-Ininew, Dene, and Dakota land and are also in the homeland of the Metis Nation. Our central office is in Treaty 1, and we have been invited to work in Treaty 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 territories. As a non-Indigenous organization we are committed to the principles of reconciliation and are committed to integrating the TRC calls to action into our work.

Peer-based organizations are a driving force of harm reduction access, social change and community wellness. Peer-based organizations are groups of people who use drugs and are impacted by the social determinants of health who are working to create change in their communities. There are 11 provincial peer-based organizations (sometimes called advisory councils) that guide the work of the MHRN in different regions. The MHRN supports peer-based organizations in the work that they do to help their communities be safer by supporting peer-led projects.

The Manitoba Harm Reduction Network works toward equitable access, systemic change, and reducing the transmission sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) through advocacy, policy work, education, research and relationships. The MHRN and all of our sites are located on Indigenous land. Specifically, we are located on Anishinaabe, Ininew, Anish-Ininew, Dene, and Dakota land and are also in the homeland of the Metis Nation. Our central office is in Treaty 1, and we have been invited to work in Treaty 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 territories. As a non-Indigenous organization we are committed to the principles of reconciliation and are committed to integrating the TRC calls to action into our work.

The Manitoba Harm Reduction Network works toward equitable access, systemic change, and reducing the transmission sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) through advocacy, policy work, education, research and relationships. The MHRN and all of our sites are located on Indigenous land. Specifically, we are located on Anishinaabe, Ininew, Anish-Ininew, Dene, and Dakota land and are also in the homeland of the Metis Nation. Our central office is in Treaty 1, and we have been invited to work in Treaty 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 territories. As a non-Indigenous organization we are committed to the principles of reconciliation and are committed to integrating the TRC calls to action into our work.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from Indigenous people, LGBT2SQ*, people of colour, people with disabilities and people who use drugs. We want to be the best place you've ever worked - our staff tell us they love their jobs and we have very little turnover

The Manitoba Harm Reduction Network works toward equitable access, systemic change, and reducing the transmission sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) through advocacy, policy work, education, research and relationships. The MHRN and all of our sites are located on Indigenous land. Specifically, we are located on Anishinaabe, Ininew, Anish-Ininew, Dene, and Dakota land and are also in the homeland of the Metis Nation. Our central office is in Treaty 1, and we have been invited to work in Treaty 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 territories. As a non-Indigenous organization we are committed to the principles of reconciliation and are committed to integrating the TRC calls to action into our work.

The Manitoba Harm Reduction Network works toward equitable access, systemic change, and reducing the transmission sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) through advocacy, policy work, education, research and relationships. The MHRN and all of our sites are located on Indigenous land. Specifically, we are located on Anishinaabe, Ininew, Anish-Ininew, Dene, and Dakota land and are also in the homeland of the Metis Nation. Our central office is in Treaty 1, and we have been invited to work in Treaty 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 territories. As a non-Indigenous organization we are committed to the principles of reconciliation and are committed to integrating the TRC calls to action into our work.

The Manitoba Harm Reduction Network works toward equitable access, systemic change, and reducing the transmission sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) through advocacy, policy work, education, research and relationships. The MHRN and all of our sites are located on Indigenous land. Specifically, we are located on Anishinaabe, Ininew, Anish-Ininew, Dene, and Dakota land and are also in the homeland of the Metis Nation. Our central office is in Treaty 1, and we have been invited to work in Treaty 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 territories. As a non-Indigenous organization we are committed to the principles of reconciliation and are committed to integrating the TRC calls to action into our work.

The Manitoba Harm Reduction Network works toward equitable access, systemic change, and reducing the transmission sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) through advocacy, policy work, education, research and relationships. The MHRN and all of our sites are located on Indigenous land. Specifically, we are located on Anishinaabe, Ininew, Anish-Ininew, Dene, and Dakota land and are also in the homeland of the Metis Nation. Our central office is in Treaty 1, and we have been invited to work in Treaty 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 territories. As a non-Indigenous organization we are committed to the principles of reconciliation and are committed to integrating the TRC calls to action into our work.

The Manitoba Harm Reduction Network works toward equitable access, systemic change, and reducing the transmission sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) through advocacy, policy work, education, research and relationships. The MHRN and all of our sites are located on Indigenous land. Specifically, we are located on Anishinaabe, Ininew, Anish-Ininew, Dene, and Dakota land and are also in the homeland of the Metis Nation. Our central office is in Treaty 1, and we have been invited to work in Treaty 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 territories. As a non-Indigenous organization we are committed to the principles of reconciliation and are committed to integrating the TRC calls to action into our work.

The Manitoba Harm Reduction Network works toward equitable access, systemic change, and reducing the transmission sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) through advocacy, policy work, education, research and relationships. The MHRN and all of our sites are located on Indigenous land. Specifically, we are located on Anishinaabe, Ininew, Anish-Ininew, Dene, and Dakota land and are also in the homeland of the Metis Nation. Our central office is in Treaty 1, and we have been invited to work in Treaty 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 territories. As a non-Indigenous organization we are committed to the principles of reconciliation and are committed to integrating the TRC calls to action into our work.

The Manitoba Harm Reduction Network works toward equitable access, systemic change, and reducing the transmission sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) through advocacy, policy work, education, research and relationships. The MHRN and all of our sites are located on Indigenous land. Specifically, we are located on Anishinaabe, Ininew, Anish-Ininew, Dene, and Dakota land and are also in the homeland of the Metis Nation. Our central office is in Treaty 1, and we have been invited to work in Treaty 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 territories. As a non-Indigenous organization we are committed to the principles of reconciliation and are committed to integrating the TRC calls to action into our work.

Toolkits, training & resources.

Harm Reduction is a best practice model for providing services in health care and social service programming for people who use substances and are impacted by colonial and structural violence; particularly the War on (BIPOC) People Who Use Drugs. Harm Reduction is more than needle distribution, and in fact, you do not need to do distribution to work from this model. Rather than focus on individual behaviour, our approach to harm reduction focuses on how systems create and exacerbate harms to people who use drugs and other oppressed groups, often by design and with intent. All workshops are delivered through an anti-oppression and anti-racism lens.

To find a psychologist, enter in the criteria you are looking for. There may be coverage in student or work insurance packages.

The Manitoba Psychological Society has made a commitment, in honour of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s (TRC) Calls to Action, and upon reflection of the Canadian Psychological Association’s response to the TRC, to encourage and support Indigenous students who are interested in pursuing Graduate-level training in Psychology in Manitoba.

Rainbow Resource Centre offers support to the 2SLGBTQ+ community in the form of counselling, education, and programming for individuals ranging from children through to 55±. It also supports families, friends, and employers of 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. (204-474-0212)

All locations of Winnipeg Public Library branches in Winnipeg and listed hours.

The Millennium Library has two specially-designed spaces that house Indigenous Resources Collections for children and adults. Both spaces were designed by Anishinaabe interior designer Destiny Seymour; Ah kha koo gheesh (Groundhog Place ~ children emerge from learning) and Wii ghoss (Birch Bark Centre). Ah kha koo gheesh welcomes children and families to explore books, movies and music about the histories, traditions, stories and languages of Indigenous peoples throughout Manitoba and Turtle Island (North America). The space also hosts storytellers and other Knowledge Keepers. Wii ghoss welcomes adults and students to learn about the histories, traditions, stories and languages of Indigenous peoples through its collections and programs.

Community Connections is a space located in the lobby of the Millennium Library where visitors can connect with information and social services to support their basic needs. The space applies anti-oppressive, trauma-informed and harm reduction principles. Visitors can meet with the Library's Community Crisis Workers (CCWs) and Library staff. Plus, they can connect with community agencies and organizations that also provide services in the space.

The Winnipeg Public Library supports people with special needs through a variety of collections and services including: titles in accessible formats, accessible programs and spaces in the libraries, assistive technology and devices, and accessible digital collections. Check with your local library branch for eligibility and accessible options.

Services & programs for kids and teens, and anyone who loves or works with them!

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) is recommended as first-line treatment for most mental health conditions. However, many people do not have access to CBT due to long waiting lists. Sites are listed across Manitoba. Each site has a unique intake process. Please contact the organization for more information.

Heartwood Healing Centre believes that healing is a lifelong journey. All our services are specialized specifically for people who have experienced childhood sexual abuse, but because healing doesn’t happen all at once and looks different for everyone, we offer variety of service options. All of our services are free and you are welcome here.

Heartwood Healing Centre is in the process of developing a cultural program that will include activities and supports that centre Indigenous ways of knowing, feeling, being and doing.

Huddle is a safe space for youth ages 12–29, offering free, trauma-informed and culturally safe health services in a youth-friendly atmosphere.We have six Huddle locations to serve youth in Manitoba, spread across Winnipeg, Selkirk, and Brandon.

MATC provides a range of mental health services to children and adolescents who experience psychiatric and/or emotional disorders. MATC strives to be sensitive, responsive and innovative in meeting the changing needs of children, adolescents, families and communities. Services include supports for: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Service (ADHD), Community Child and Adolescent Treatment Service (CCATS), Centralized Intake Service, Early Childhood Clinic (ECC), Intensive Community Re-Integration Service (ICRS), Neurodevelopmental Service (NDS), Rural & Northern Telehealth Service (RNTS), Student Mental Health Resource Team (SMHRT), Tourette Syndrome Service (TSS), and Youth Forensic Service (YFS).

Resources, information and links for First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples of Manitoba to access healthcare specific to Covid-19.

Indigenous Liaisons are available in Flin Flon, The Pas and Thompson hospitals to assist with addressing cultural and language barriers. They can also help deal with the impact of illness and hospitalization, provide cultural, spiritual and emotional support as well as help make connections with family members, elders and community organizations. The Northern Health Region also has Interpreter Services available to help patients and their families communicate with care providers when language barriers exist. This service is provided through the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority. This service also offers parenting resources. Parenting in the Present is a resource for First Nations, Inuit and Metis parents and caregivers of children aged 6-12 years in Manitoba and provides culturally appropriate, relevant, and useful information to support First Nations, Inuit and Metis parents and caregivers in ensuring the healthy growth and development of their children, throughout middle childhood, and beyond.

Prairie Mountain Health is committed to providing services that will contribute to improved health status of Indigenous people. Partnerships with the Indigenous communities are critical to ensure that services are culturally appropriate and needs driven. Services provided include: Indigenous Advisor, Indigenous Spiritual Care Worker, Indigenous Elder Visitations, Indigenous Language Interpreters, and Indigenous Ceremonies.(Not all services may be available in all areas) For more information regarding the services we provide please contact the Indigenous HR office nearest you.

We are a culturally diverse region with our indigenous populations comprising of close to 30 percent of the region’s residents inclusive of 17 First Nation communities. We are committed to working with our indigenous populations to identify health care concerns and collectively implement effective and sustainable solutions. IERHA realizes the need to change the view of Indigenous health within the region and understand the resiliency of this population as a key foundation on which to improve Indigenous health outcomes. The purpose of the Indigenous Health Strategy is to guide the Interlake-Eastern Health Region and potential Indigenous and non-Indigenous partners in the region toward a shared understanding that addressing health inequities cannot occur in isolation, but rather through working together.” -Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority Regional Indigenous Health Strategy – A Beginning for Future Consultation and Collaboration, 2021 – 2026. The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action contains a number of actions specific to health. We are committed to incorporating the spirit of these Calls to Action as they relate to the culture, programs and services provided in Interlake-Eastern RHA. To that end, they are foundational to the Indigenous Health Strategy and IERHA’s overarching strategic plan.

In leading the way for a healthier tomorrow, Southern Health-Santé Sud believes in optimal wellness, balance and connectedness for all people, responding to the holistic needs of Indigenous peoples by building partnerships, trust and by applying an equity lens throughout all facets of our health care services. Embracing diversity and inclusion, we strive to build a cultural capacity which is integrated throughout our programs and services. Together with communities, we are committed to working together towards building a culturally-appropriate and safe health care system for all diverse peoples and Indigenous communities in Southern Health-Santé Sud.

The WRHA Community Mental Health Program includes a range of services in the community that support adults experiencing mental health problems. Services are designed to support people in their recovery to live successfully within their communities. The Mobile Crisis Service assists individuals experiencing a mental health or psychosocial crisis, including persons with a co-occurring mental health/substance use disorder. Calls or referrals are welcome from anyone who is concerned about a person experiencing a mental health or psychosocial crisis, including self-referrals and referrals from family members. Call 204-940-1781. Mobile Crisis Staff are available to assist you 24 hours, 7 days per week.

WRHA Indigenous Health works with Regional programs and facilities in helping identify, develop and implement culturally safe environments, practices and services. WRHA Indigenous Health also provides a range of services for staff, community members, patients and patients’ families through its Patient Services, Workforce Development and Cultural Initiatives programs.

Population and Public Health works with you, your family, community and partners. We work with all to promote health, prevent disease and injury, as well as to create healthy places and relationships. Our goal is to educate, advocate and work with people and communities to reduce health differences and to improve everyone’s health.

Community Area Teams provide services related to: Healthy Parenting and Early Childhood Development, Healthy Children and Youth, Nutrition Promotion, Communicable Disease, Prevention and Management, Immunization, and others.

See webpage for locations of Winnipeg Hospitals and contact information. St. Boniface Hospital, Grace Hospital, Concordia Hospital, Seven Oaks General Hospital, and Victoria General Hospital are listed.

The Prairies office offers these services to CHF Canada members in Manitoba and Saskatchewan: advocacy with government, the Manitoba Cooperative Association and other stakeholders, education, including local education events advice, commercial insurance programs and MemberGuard contents insurance, the Manitoba Diversity Scholarship, and all the other CHF Canada services.

We support all youth under the age of 30. That includes: Youth of all genders, including non-binary, trans, and gender non-conforming folks, Youth of all races and ethnicities, Youth who are First Nations, Metis, and Inuit, from the city or rural communities, Youth from all over Canada, Manitoba, and Winnipeg, Youth exiting justice, CFS, hospital, and other systems, Youth living with addiction and mental health, and Youth of all abilities. So if you’re 29 or younger, RaY is for you.

Information PDF for folks new to using Brandon Transit.

Brandon Transit has a reduced cost for a post secondary pass on the Smart Card system.

This is a further reduced or included with tuition pass available by using your student card (with an attached UPass sticker) at Brandon University or Assiniboine Community College during participating years in the program. Using your U-Pass is a as simple as getting on the bus and tapping your student card on the console in-front of the driver. Whether you ride everyday, or just need it as a backup for when your car doesn't start, this service is both an affordable and eco-friendly option for students. The UPass is a sticker applied to your valid student ID card that gives you unlimited access to Brandon Transit during the school year. Contact your student association for more details!

Brandon Access Transit Service is for passengers with disabilities who cannot use the regular Transit service.

City of Flin Flon bus schedule and fares

Although technically Bearskin Airlines (the legal business entity) no longer exists, a decision was also made by Exchange Income Corporation to continue operating the Bearskin Brand of service within the new larger (Perimeter Aviation) airline. Bearskin Airlines offers the fastest most direct linkages between NW and NE Ontario. No other airline offers nonstop and same aircraft service between Northern Ontario’s 5 largest cities, saving you up to 8 hours or more on round trip travel as compared to connecting via Toronto.

Scroll Down to Contact Numbers and Hours to find info for all airports with service in Manitoba

Hope Air is Canada’s only national charity providing Canadians in financial need with free travel to medical care far from home, for all ages and medical needs. Since its inception in 1986, Hope Air has provided more than 144,000 travel arrangements to patients in need. Since 1988 Bearskin Airlines has been a valuable Hope Air partner by getting thousands of Canadians to the medical care they need.

Do you want to build a career in the aviation industry with a dynamic and progressive regional airline in the Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario market? Are you ready to commit to your own professional success and join an equally committed organization? Are you seeking a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports the wellness of you and your family? We are actively seeking diverse individuals with a passion to succeed, who are dedicated to providing superior service while maintaining a positive and professional “can do” attitude at all times.

The City of Selkirk is served by a fixed-route public transit system. MySTA.ca is operated by the Selkirk Transit Authority, a non-profit community organization created to deliver transit services to our community.

Selkirk Mobility will provide door to door, assisted transportation service to eligible clients living within the City of Selkirk. Trips must be pre-booked and will be delivered in a “best fit”, as available, priority basis. Transportation is provided for the following: Medical, Employment, Education, Shopping, and Recreation.

*During the summer, or when one bus is is out for service, one bus shares both routes. This means the bus stops at bus stations every hour, instead of every half an hour. On Route 1 (Eastwood), the bus stops every hour on the half hour (7:30am, 8:30am…), while the bus will be stopping at Route 2 (Westwood) stops every hour on the hour (8:00am, 9:00am…).

Click on Manitoba to find the train station you need.

We offer an environment where everyone can travel autonomously and confidently. To ensure the greatest ease and comfort of travel, we also provide special assistance services. Do you have a disability or reduced mobility? Here’s a section listing what we can do for you.

VIA Rail is offering a 33% discount for Indigenous people —a comfortable way to travel for less in Economy, Business, Touring or Sleeper Plus class! Please read the Conditions Section on their site.

VIA Rail is dedicated to increasing the representation of Indigenous people in its workforce and providing an environment that’s progressive, stimulating and welcoming. VIA is also launching several large-scale projects, such as the introduction of a new, more eco-friendly fleet. Such forward-thinking initiatives have spurred demand for skilled individuals on board, in stations, at maintenance centres, as well as within VIA’s teams of professionals and executives.

Navigo is an app where you can plug in your starting point and destination to get times and routes easily and find your way in Winnipeg on the bus transit system.

Winnipeg Transit’s Travel Training program provides information and practical training sessions on Transit services (e.g. Conventional Transit, including On Request service, and Transit Plus). Sessions are designed to meet the specific needs such as: Updates on transit services, Trip planning, New technology for customer information, Travel tips and strategies, Accessibility features on conventional transit, and Traveling on Transit with mobility aids or devices. Travel training may be beneficial for many residents who are: Persons who are unfamiliar with Winnipeg Transit services, Persons who are new to Winnipeg, Persons who are wanting to learn information about traveling with their mobility aid or would benefit from the opportunity to practice this skill, and Persons who may benefit from individualized one on one training about a particular Transit service or tool. If you are interested in placing a training request or looking for further information about Travel Training opportunities, please contact 311.

Save 20% with a Post-Secondary Student Pass. A post-secondary Student peggo card must be purchased at the educational institution where you are enrolled. After your initial purchase you are free to load your card online, at one of our retail sales agents, or by calling 311. Students will be required to show their valid university student ID to the bus operator when tapping your peggo card. A validation sticker for the school year will be affixed to your student ID by the staff at your post-secondary school or the student association staff, depending on who is sponsoring and managing the post-secondary program at your school. The validation sticker on your student ID is required for all post-secondary users.

This is a further reduced pass or included with tuition pass included for University of Manitoba and University of Winnipeg students. Students will be required to show their valid student ID to the bus operator when boarding. Transit ID validation stickers for 2022-2023 are available from your Student Association. U-Pass peggo card eligibility is determined by the institution you attend. If your post secondary institution determines that you are no longer eligible, your peggo card will be cancelled.

The WINNpass program provides individuals with low income the opportunity to purchase adult monthly transit passes at a 50 per cent discount. If you are a Winnipeg resident between the ages of 18 and 64, you may qualify for the WINNpass program if you meet one of the following criteria: You are receiving Employment and Income Assistance and do not qualify for transportation allowance in the equivalent amount of a bus pass. You are a new permanent resident or a refugee who has been in Canada for less than a year and have not yet filed a tax return. You are a part of a household with income less than the Low Income Cut Off (amounts listed on the website).

Winnipeg Transit continues to work towards improving accessibility for all passengers. The following features are currently in place: Low floor easy access buses, Automated external announcements, Next stop announcer and visual stop display, Priority and Courtesy Seating, Adjustable seating options, Operator assistance provided upon request, Wheelchair and scooter securement systems, and the Travel Training program.

Winnipeg Transit Plus is a service of Winnipeg’s public transit system that provides door-to-door transportation for people who are unable to regularly use the City’s fixed route transit system because of a physical disability in accordance with the established criteria. Winnipeg Transit Plus operates within Winnipeg, transporting individuals who are ambulatory or who travel in a wheelchair. Other mobility aides, such as scooters, canes and walkers, are accommodated (some restrictions apply). Drivers physically assist passengers from the ground floor outermost doorway of the pick-up location, to and from the vehicle, to the ground floor outermost doorway of the destination.

A listing of current job openings at Winnipeg Transit in the following areas: Bus Operator, Mechanic, Apprentice Mechanic, Maintenance Worker, Journeyman Trades, Administrative Support and Financial Support and information on what is needed to apply to become a Bus Operator.