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Ashley Tokaruk was a truly special person and volunteer whose compassion left a lasting mark on our community. Ashley touched the heart of every person she met. Her presence was a gift to all and she is greatly missed. In honour of Ashley’s philosophy of acceptance, care, and love for all, her family launched a fundraiser to help transform an empty space into an inclusive clothing centre for the community – Ash’s Closet. Donate to Ash’s Closet
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Latest Community News
Update on Early Morning Shelter Fire
At approximately 3:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 1, Main Street Project staff were alerted to a fire in one of our shelter washrooms. Our staff responded immediately, using fire extinguishers to bring the fire under control. Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) team...
Main Street Project’s 9th annual Socktober is here!
Main Street Project's 9th annual Socktober campaign is here! As we head into the winter months, we are asking for help collecting 30,000 pairs of new donated socks in October to keep feet dry, warm, and healthy. (We are not accepting any used socks this year). We have...
Protective Care Centre Update
As of July 1, 2026, Main Street Project is no longer the provider of the Protective Care Centre. For all inquiries related to Protective Care or the Protective Detention and Care of Intoxicated Persons Act (formerly IPDA), please contact the centre directly at...
Food Bank Reopening May 28: Help Us Refill the Shelves
Food Bank Reopening Help Us Refill the Shelves Main Street Project’s Food Bank & Essentials Market will officially reopen on May 28 following a temporary closure due to renovations after the Manwin Hotel fire. As we prepare to welcome the community back, we...
MSP thanks MBLL for their support
Main Street Project has a longstanding relationship with Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries (MBLL). They provide meaningful support to us through various funding and sponsorship opportunities. Today we'd like to thank MBLL for their support as a Community Projects Sponsor....
Update on the Manwin Hotel Fire
On the morning of January 14, around 4:00 a.m., MSP staff were alerted to a fire at the Manwin Hotel. The Manwin is located between two MSP buildings: our emergency shelter located at 637 Main St. and our food bank and admin office at 661 Main St. 150 people were...
2025 Holiday Gift Drive
MSP's 9th 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...
Main Street Project’s 8th annual Socktober is here!
Main Street Project's 8th 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...
Join us for our annual general meeting
Join us for Main Street Project’s annual general meeting, hosted this year at our newly renovated 71 Martha Street transitional housing space, phase 1 of the Martha Street redevelopment. This special occasion celebrates not only a huge, long-overdue organizational...
