Manitoba Education, Citizenship and Youth
Family Support Services
Winnipeg has a wide variety of family support services ad organizations ranging from cultural, health to adolescent parent programs. The following is a small sample of services available. For more information, come dow to the Murdo Scribe Centre, Partners @ 510 Selkirk Avenue.
Connect 2 Community Voicemail
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 you free mailbox you will have to go to connect with an agency that will help you set up your voice mailbox. For a list of partner agencies come to Partners @ 510 Selkirk Avenue.
The West Central Women's Resource Centre
Lower Level, 583 Ellice Avenue
774-8975
The Centre provides advocacy and information to community women, provides recreational and skills development opportunities, operates the Community Cupboard, holds craft programs with free access to sewing machines, sharing circles and much more.
First Steps to Employment Project
Susan Currie
942-8682
This is a program for adults between the ages of 30-50 who live alone, are willing to volunteer for one of our centres. You must also be willing to participate in counseling for personal growth. You receive a furnished apartment but must be referred by a worker or agency (Ma Mawi, AFM, Pritchard House, Native Women's Transition Centre, etc.)
Youth Fathering Group
Sponsored by the Spence Neighbourhood Association, this group is for dads between 14 and 21 who have a desire to build parenting skills. Call Glen Schroeder at 772-1255 for a schedule of meeting times.
Neah Kee Papa: Every Child Deserves a Father
3rd Floor, 150 Henry Avenue
586-8474 Ext. 305
A parenting program developed by the Manitoba Metis Federation Child and Family Support Services. The goal of this program is to increase the active involvement of young fathers in the lives of their children and to support the healthy development of children.
Better Fathering
782-7987
email: better_fathering@mts.net or luis.coelho@gov.mb.ca
A series of 8 workshops for men in a fathering role who want to increase their fathering skills and involvement with their children.
Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre Inc.
94 McGregor Street - 925-0300
318 Anderson Avenue - 925-0349
743 Ellice Avenue - 925-0348
The name means "We all work together to help one another." The Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre provides supports and resources for Aboriginal children and families within the city of Winnipeg. Some programs offered are: parent support groups, family violence, homemaking services, child development and nutrition and the W.I.N. program.
Adolescent Parent Support Project330 Blake Street 'H' Block
925-0320
Provides residential homes for pregnant girls aged 13-17.
Circle of Care610 Spence Street
925-4477
Mentor a "little sister" (6-17)
Call Lucy Dean at 988-9203
The Healthy baby program helps new mothers learn more about pregnancy, health, nutrition and your baby's development. They offer cooking activities, bonding with your baby, milk coupons, bus tickets, and parenting tips.
For more information about programming, or to be referred to a program near you within the city call 945-1301.
For community support programs in First Nation Communities, please call (204)983-4199 for more information.
Indian Family Centre
470 Selkirk Avenue
586-8393
www.indianfamilycentre.com
The Indian Family Centre is dedicated to the development and maintenance of the Aboriginal community in a spiritual and social way. They have a multipurpose room and kitchen facilities as well as pastoral services, sharing circles, worship/healing circles and seasonal ceremonies with Anishinaabe and Christian traditions.
Rossbrook House
658 Ross Avenue
949-4090 or 949-4093
www.rossbrookhouse.ca
Rossbrook House is a highly regarded inner city drop in centre for youth aged 5 to 24. It is open Monday to Thursday from 7:30 am to midnight, Friday and Saturday 24 hours and Sunday as well if Monday is a holiday. During Christmas, spring and summer school holidays the centre is open 24 hours daily. There are educational, cultural, recreational, social and employment opportunities available for all ages.
Northend Stella Community Ministry
470 Stella Avenue
586-8137
The Northend Stella Community Ministry is committed to helping others and does so through their centre. They offer a babysitting/respite/daycare program offering a break to parents who need a few hours to shop or keep appointments, monthly suppers for families, a family camp, the Connect 2 Voicemail program, monthly fun nights, summer day camping, income tax preparation, as well as an elder in residence.
North End Women's Resource Centre
394 & 382 Selkirk Avenue
589-7347
www.weblife2000.com/newc
The centre's mandate is to assist women in gaining control over their lives. They offer parenting programs, anger management, grief and healing programs, referral services, information sessions and operate the 'Opportunity Shop' selling quality used clothing and housewares.
Indian and Métis Friendship Centre
45 Robinson Street
586-8441
Recreational and social activities, bingo, hall rentals, and community information.
Métis Cultural Resource and Activity Centre
504-63 Albert Street
956-7767
www.metisresourcecentre.mb.ca
Provides cultural, educational and social programming for Métis peoples and others interested in Métis culture and history.
Andrews Street Family Centre
220 Andrews Street
589-1721
Family and neighbourhood support centre offering a wide range of programs such as parenting classes, homework tutoring program, drop-in centre, Head Start program, food co-op, support group for residential school attendees, girls club and community kitchen. For more information on these programs or other available programs contact the centre.
Winnipeg Boys and Girls Club
929 Main Street
982-4940
www.wbgc.mb.ca
The mission of the Winnipeg Boys and Girls Club is to offer children and youth of diverse social and cultural backgrounds a safe and challenging environment and the opportunities necessary to acquire skills which will enable them to realize their potential. Boys and Girls clubs operate throughout Winnipeg,. Phone for a great program near you.
Wolseley Family Place
691 Wolseley Avenue
788-8052
email: wfp.admin@mts.net
www.wolseleyfamilyplace.com
Wolseley Family Place is a drop-in centre for families. You can choose from the many classes on parenting, life skills and/or just meet friends and make connections to the community.
Broadway Neighbourhood Centre
185 Young Street
772-9253
www.thebnc.ca
The Broadway Neighbourhood Centre provides a number of recreational, social, health, education and training programs and services to all ages.
Winnipeg Harvest
1085 Winnipeg Street
982-3663
Crisis Food Line: 982-3660
www.winnipegharvest.org
This is Winnipeg's food bank for people who need emergency food services. Please call a day ahead of time in order for Winnipeg Harvest to collect the required food. You may also inquire about food banks in your area and make an appointment to attend. You may be requested to show a Manitoba Health card indicating the number of children in the family.
Christmas Cheer Board
1385 Ellice Ave
669-5369
Provides food hampers to low income families or single people and gifts for children at Christmas. The Cheer Board usually starts taking names in early November.
Native Women's Transition Centre
105 Aikins Street
989-8240
www.nativewomens.mb.ca
This is a long-term safe house for Native women and their children who have been victimized and who desire to make positive lifestyle changes. The Centre provides culturally appropriate programs and resources in a residential setting.
New Directions for Children, Youth, Adults and Families
400-491 Portage Avenue
786-7051
www.newdirections.mb.ca
This organization offers a vast array of services ranging from education and training, crisis intervention, counseling and therapy. There are day and residential programs for mentally handicapped adults. As well, they have an onsite Elder. The following lists some of the programs offered by New Directions. Some programs may require referral from Child and Family Services.
Resources for Adolescent Parents: assists single teenaged parents to become self-sufficient through life skills training, academic upgrading, job search skills and assistance in securing child care.
Family Therapy: a resource to families experiencing stressful or difficult situations that impact on their children.
Families Affected by Sexual Assault: a crisis intervention and short-term therapy program for children (and their families) who have experienced or recently disclosed sexual assault by a non-family member.
Transition, Education and Resources for Females (TERF): safe and supportive learning environment for young women and transgendered individuals as well as adults who have been exploited through prostitution.
Springs Inner City Family Services
586-6213
Kid's Club (ages 4-11)
648 Burrows Ave.
www.springschurch.org
Saturday at 1pm and Sunday at 4pm.
Fun and games and puppet shows, drama and art. Ages 12-18.
193 McGregor
Saturday at 1pm.
A safe club like atmosphere for inner city teens to build positive relationships and develop leadership skills.
Food Resources
648 Burrows
Thursday at 8:30 am.
Register at 982-3663.
Meet neighbours and access emergency food.
Ikwe-Widdjiitiwin Inc.
987-2780
A crisis shelter providing safe accommodation for abused Aboriginal women and their children. The Centre offers counseling, advocacy, a non-residential program and follow-up.
Pregnancy and Family Support Services Inc.
555 Spence Street
772-9091
www.westendbiz.ca instructions: click on biz directory, enter pregnancy and family support in company support then click on link
Provides counseling, support, practical assistance, advocacy and referral to pre and post natal women and their partners having difficulty with the pregnancy or their relationship. As well, they offer supports and respite care to parents and caregivers of children aged 0-6 years. They also operate the Spence Street Thrift Shop.
Family Community Centre
100-475 Sargent Avenue
775-9934
email: pfssinc@shaw.ca
Native Addictions Council of Manitoba
160 Salter Street
586-8395
email: nacm@escape.ca
www.nacm.ca
Works with other agencies to provide assistance, counseling and referral for Aboriginal people regarding substance abuse problems.
Fort Garry Women's Resource Centre
1150-A Waverley Street
477-1123
www.fgwrc.ca
The Centre is open to women of all cultural, racial, economic, social and religious affiliations, to women with differing abilities, ages and sizes as well as to women who are heterosexual, bisexual, lesbian and is committed to women and their children's safety, health and empowerment. Programs and services offered include:
- Information and Referral
- Individual and Group Counselling
- Public Education workshops
- Child Counselling programs
Child Day Care Branch
102-114 Garry Street
945-0776
www.gov.mb.ca/childcare
Provides subsidies for families in need of day care for education, employment or seeking employment, medical needs and special social needs. They can provide you with a list of licensed day cares in your area after which it is up to you to apply to the day care of choice and to apply for a subsidy. Most day cares in Winnipeg have long waiting lists so it is a good idea to start your search for a quality date care as soon as possible and to place your child on as many waiting lists as possible. Subsidy is based on family income and in many cases will cover all costs. However, many day cares charge $2.40 per day, per child in addition to the subsidy and this additional amount is your responsibility to pay.
Ganawenimig Safety and Prevention Program
Child Find Manitoba
945-5735 Toll Free 1-800-532-9135
email: mail@childfind.mb.ca
www.childfind.mb.ca
To provide culturally sensitive programs on child and personal safety, expand and expose the Aboriginal community to the services of Child Find, and assist in locating missing/runaway Aboriginal children and youth. Also provides an excellent resource pamphlet for youth called S.O.A.R. with Youth.
Sage House
422 Dufferin Ave
943-6379
Street women’s health, outreach and resource service. Their goal is to improve the health and safety of street-involved women and trans-genders living as women by providing a variety of services on site and through street outreach and programs offered with partner agencies. There is a nurse available on site during drop-in hours.
S.N.I.P – Spay and Neuter Inner-city Pet Program
Call Margo
995-4405
A program to assist low-income, inner-city residents pet owners with spay and neutering costs. They will answer questions on your pet’s health or you can volunteer with them to advocate for responsible pet ownership and the development of a community veterinary hospital.
EYAA-KEEN Centre Inc.
547 Notre Dame Ave
783-2976
www.eyaa-keen.org
Outpatient treatment: Mental Health (Adults). Traumas and losses including survivors of the Residential School Legacy. Trauma treatment programs for Aboriginal adults to address the needs of victims of historical trauma, abuse, domestic violence and survivors of a loved one’s suicide, sudden accidental death or other traumas and losses.
