Serving the needs of Winnipeg’s most marginalized residents since 1972

Welcome to Main Street Project

Serving the needs of Winnipeg’s most vulnerable residents since 1972, Main Street Project offers programming and services to help our community members build stability. Working under a housing first philosophy, we work with each individual to support positive changes and transition them towards stable, permanent housing.

2024 holiday gift drive

Learn more about how to support our 8th annual holiday gift drive! 

Winnipeg Winter Weather Response Plan 2024-2025

Developed by the Extreme Weather Response Committee, this plan focuses on preventing the direct impact of winter weather hazards on people experiencing homelessness in Winnipeg. It details various key initiatives to help people get through the harsh winter weather, along with a guide of different resources they can access.

Read our 2023-2024 annual report

A Human Rights-Based Approach to Supporting People Experiencing Homelessness

Download our public education series to get valuable insights on how to effectively support individuals experiencing homelessness in Winnipeg.

How to support MSP during the winter

Winter can be a challenging time for folks experiencing homelessness due to extreme weather conditions. There are many ways you can support our work and the community throughout the winter months.

Latest Community News

An Urgent Plea For Help

Dear friends, We are in a critical situation right now. December is the most crucial time of year for financial donations to MSP. During this time, we receive more than half of our fundraising dollars by mailing a donation request to our generous and loving donors....

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In memory of Alyson Shane

Winnipeg lost a bright light with the recent passing of Alyson Shane. Known for her love of community, Alyson's life touched many and she will be greatly missed. Below is Alyson's obituary from the Winnipeg Free Press: We are beyond devastated to announce the passing...

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2024 Holiday Gift Drive

MSP's 8th Annual Holiday Gift DriveThe holidays are quickly approaching, and we are planning our biggest holiday gift donation drive here at Main Street Project. Please help us this holiday season as we aim to gather donated items to put together over 500 gift...

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Educational Series, A Human Rights Approach to Homelessness

Main Street Project recently released a public education series on social media about working with people living in encampments from a human rights-based approach. This series is critical as more people are living in encampments now than ever before, which causes...

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Main Street Project’s 7th annual Socktober is here!

Main Street Project's 7th annual Socktober campaign is here! In anticipation of the coming winter months, we are asking for help in collecting 30,000 pairs of new donated socks during October to keep lots of feet dry, warm and healthy. (We are not accepting any used...

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Request for Proposals: Annual Audit and Related Services

Main Street Project is requesting proposals from CPA firms with respect to annual audit and related services commencing for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025. This is part of our due diligence and review every 5 years. Required services include an annual audit of...

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Bike for Main Street Project 2024 is here!

Join Bike for Main Street Project and help us raise $35,000 for our front-line programs and services, including emergency shelter, mobile outreach, case management support, housing supports and resource and community connections. And be sure to stay tuned for details...

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50/50 Raffle in support of Main Street Project

Happy New Year! We’re starting 2024 off strong by launching our first-ever online 50/50 raffle. Every ticket purchase helps us provide nourishing meals to the community. At Main Street Project, we’re committed to providing a safe and welcoming place of respite to...

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2023 Holiday Gift Drive

MSP's 7th Annual Holiday Gift DriveThe holidays are quickly approaching and we are planning our biggest ever holiday gift donation drive here at Main Street Project. Please help us this holiday season as we aim to gather donated items to put together over 500 gift...

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