May
29
2025
Leaving a Legacy of Compassion: James and Hazel Ridley’s Story
May is a special time for Siloam Mission as we celebrate Leave a Legacy Month, a season to reflect on the deep, lasting impact that thoughtful, long-term gifts can have on the causes closest to our hearts. For James and Hazel Ridley, that cause is Siloam Mission. Their commitment spans over 13 years and continues […]
May
29
2025
A Ripple of Compassion and a Heart of Service
Walk into the bustling kitchen at Siloam Mission on any given day, and you’ll find a symphony of movement and collaboration. Volunteers chop vegetables side by side, staff stir steaming pots, and the air is filled with laughter, teamwork, and the comforting aroma of a meal in the making. In the midst of the hustle […]
May
29
2025
Updates from the Winter Overnight Warming Space (WOWS)
On a frigid night in December, seventy people came out of the cold into Siloam’s newly opened Winter Overnight Warming Space (WOWS). For many, it was more than just shelter – it was hope, safety, and a place to rest. Over the next hundred-plus nights, WOWS would continue to be a critical life-saving space for […]
February
24
2025
Introducing Julianne Aitken: Welcoming our new Interim CEO
“How we respond as a society when someone is in need – that says a lot about who we are,” says Julianne Aitken, Siloam Mission’s new Interim CEO. “Housing is a human right, and everybody deserves housing that meets their needs.” Siloam Mission is thrilled to welcome Julianne Aitken as our new Interim CEO, starting […]
February
24
2025
A Message from the Board of Directors
At Siloam Mission, we are beginning a new chapter and, as we do, we are deeply grateful for your unwavering support. Every meal served, every individual sheltered, and every life transformed is only possible because of donors like you. Thank you for standing with us. As a Board, we are committed to learning and growing […]
February
24
2025
Winter Overnight Warming Space
Winter is one of the most difficult times of the year for someone without a home. The struggle to stay warm becomes a matter of survival. With temperatures often dipping well below freezing, having a warm place to sleep isn’t just a comfort – it’s a lifeline. That’s why Siloam Mission’s Winter Overnight Warming Space […]
February
24
2025
Wrapped in Love… A Season of Joy and Generosity at Siloam Mission
Christmas morning at Siloam Mission was unlike any other. For many community members who have spent significant time living on the street, it’s a day that often begins with little expectation. The struggles of daily life leave little room for celebration, and the idea of receiving a Christmas gift might feel like a distant memory […]
November
22
2024
A Crisis Decades in the Making
Every individual experience and story of homelessness is different – maybe it’s a job loss, a mental illness, rent going up by $100, or a global pandemic. Their situation will define the steps the person or their support worker takes to find housing again. At the same time, their crisis takes place within a broader […]
August
05
2024
3 Myths About Shelters
A Year of Data from Siloam Mission’s Shelter At Siloam Mission, we care deeply about the people who come through our doors. But there are many misconceptions about who uses our shelter and for how long. We’ve noticed three myths about shelters that may create potential misunderstandings and affect important decisions and processes: People stay […]
August
05
2024
A Forever Home
A Winnipeg without chronic homelessness is only possible with available, affordable, and appropriate housing. With only 3 social housing units for every 20 people in need, Winnipeg is critically short of affordable housing. Siloam’s Housing Strategy aims to play a part in meeting that need by creating 700-1000 social housing units over the next decade. […]