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The 2023 Summer Resource Guide is now live. The Summer Resource Guide provides information on what is happening through community organizations and the City of Winnipeg to keep people safe during extreme heat. There is info on locations of hydration stations, cooling...

Winnipeg is famous for its summers, but the heat – and the more frequent days of extreme heat - leaves our community members at risk of dehydration and heat-related illness such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke. To help keep the community safe, Main Street Project...

Main Street Project's annual benefit gala, Hope Grows Here, is an opportunity for individuals in the community to come together and support their community. On this special evening, we'll provide delicious food, drinks, and entertainment while raising funds to...

Early in March, Jennifer Chartrand (Jenn), who is a Skabe at Main Street Project, was presented with an invitation to participate in our "Into the Cold" campaign with her team, Walking with Love and Kindness. Their mission was simple, to walk every single day from...

Over the last 36 hours, we have mourned Linda Beardy’s death and raged at the discovery of her body at the Brady Landfill; watched the Vancouver Police Department and city staff employ militaristic violence to remove people living in encampments from the Downtown...

At Main Street Project, our mission is to provide essential services to those experiencing homelessness and addictions in our community. We strive to create a safe and welcoming environment for our clients where they can access the resources they need to rebuild their...

RFP Event Planning Support RFP Issued By: Main Street Project Closing date: April 11, 2023, 5:00 pm. Delivery of Proposals: admin@mainstreetproject.ca Summary of Requirements Main Street Project Inc. requires the services of an event planning and management firm to...

Winnipeg, MB – March 15, 2023: Today, the Manitoba Legislature introduced Bill 33, which targets organizations providing life-saving services to vulnerable communities for daring to provide these services. This political move discredits harm reduction services,...

  We wanted to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to each one of you for your outstanding work and commitment to your community.    To recognize your work and commitment, mayor Scott Gillingham came to MSP yesterday to announce that we...

Starting tomorrow, Main Street Project is kicking off their annual fundraising campaign, Into the Cold. This year's campaign is particularly important as we seek to continue our mission of providing support and resources to those experiencing homelessness, addiction,...

Main Street Project is a not-for-profit organization that has been operating in Winnipeg since 1972. We provide a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for people experiencing with addictions, mental health issues, and homelessness. Main Street Project is...

Today is 211 Day across North America! 211 Day is a public awareness initiative that helps guide people through the complex network of human services by phone, online, and in some areas, by text. The 211 network reaches more than 26 million Canadians, providing an...

Into the Cold 2023 registration is now open! Every year we get questions from generous Manitobans about what the event is, how to register, and so forth. So hopefully this provides some clarity for your fundraising! Read below for some of our answers to...

Into the Cold for Main Street Project is a DIY pledge and activities-based fundraising event taking place March 1 - March 31, 2023. Click here to go to register! We’re encouraging all Manitobans to get outside for some exercise and fresh air and help us raise funds...

    Thank you to Victoria Hospital Foundation (VHF) for funding our technology this past year! In the past, we haven't fully developed or sought funding for technology. So, as part of our 5-year strategic plan, we prioritized this work because it's vital to our...

This week focuses on ending homelessness. There’s a lot of misunderstanding about issues related to homelessness, and the myths we've covered in the previous weeks can help you participate in ending homelessness. #1 Housing Cities that have been effective in reducing...

This week's series focuses on myths about homelessness. There's a lot of misunderstanding about issues related to homelessness, which contributes to stigma and judgement against those who experience the realities of homelessness. Myth #1: People are Homeless by Choice...

10 Ways To Help Those Who May Be Experiencing Homelessness or Addictions During the winter months, we get so much support from everyone! We get gifts, supplies, and much-needed monetary donations. We truly appreciate it! The colder months are also the time of year...

With temperatures dipping this is a timely reminder of the Winter Weather Response Plan, a homelessness-centered plan that includes information and resources for preventing and responding to cold weather illness and injury and the different responses and opportunities...

As extreme cold temperatures set in, Winnipeg’s Main Street Project is teaming up with Canada Life to support the city’s most vulnerable. The local insurance and financial services company has committed to match all financial donations dollar-for-dollar throughout the...

On December 3, we're taking the opportunity to thank our staff, volunteers, and all our community members for contributing to 50 years of Main Street Project. The event isn't a celebration but rather an acknowledgment of continuous work in our community. MSP strives...