January
20
2023
Siloam Mission Receives Gift of Technology from Victoria Hospital Foundation
Siloam Mission Receives Gift of Technology from Victoria Hospital Foundation VHF grant enabled purchase of computers and accessibility aids for community use A set of new computers and technology aids is helping break down barriers for clients at Siloam Mission. Thanks to a grant from the Victoria Hospital Foundation, Siloam Mission was able […]
December
01
2022
Siloam Mission Announces Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation
Siloam Mission Announces Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation Commitment made as part of organization’s first Annual Report to the Community event Siloam Mission has announced a new commitment to Truth and Reconciliation, developed in participation with Indigenous partners and community leaders. The commitment announced today includes specific responses to numerous calls to action […]
June
15
2022
June 2022: Joint Statement on Proposed Dismantling of Winnipeg Bus Shelters by City Council
Joint Statement on Proposed Dismantling of Winnipeg Bus Shelters by City Council Siloam Mission does not support the motion by councilor Shawn Nason and the IRPW committee to remove infrastructure from bus stops on Regent Avenue, or anywhere else. Dismantling bus shelters is a punitive action and does not address the lack of adequate housing and […]
February
28
2022
Siloam Mission Announces New Indigenous Relations Director
Siloam Mission Announces New Indigenous Relations Director Newly-created position to help better engage with Indigenous community Winnipeg, MB (February 28, 2022) – Siloam Mission is announcing a new Indigenous Relations Director, as part of its commitment to improving Indigenous relations following community consultations last year. The newly-created role is being filled by Christine Vanagas, who […]
October
28
2021
Siloam Mission Announces New CEO, Improved Indigenous Relations
Siloam Mission Announces New CEO, Improved Indigenous Relations Consultations with Indigenous community leads to new commitments Winnipeg, MB (October 28, 2021) – Siloam Mission is announcing a new CEO, along with new commitments to improve Indigenous relations following community consultations this year. The new CEO, Tessa Blaikie Whitecloud, will begin work with the […]
June
28
2021
Arlene Wilson Recovery Centre Opens at Siloam Mission
Arlene Wilson Recovery Centre Opens at Siloam Mission Facility for those exiting addictions treatment will welcome first guests July 5 Winnipeg, MB (June 28, 2021) – A new facility for those exiting addictions treatment programs is opening next week at Siloam Mission. The Arlene Wilson Recovery Centre is a 20-unit housing facility for those recovering from […]
Tags: Addiction Recovery Centre, News
June
10
2021
Siloam Mission to Host Third-Annual Siloam Sleepout This Fall
Siloam Mission to Host Third-Annual Siloam Sleepout This Fall In-person event aims to deepen understanding of homelessness and raise $40,000 Winnipeg, MB (June 10, 2021) – This fall, Siloam Mission is bringing back one if its largest annual events for an in-person experience. On September 23, the agency will host the 3rd annual Siloam Sleepout […]
Tags: Fundraiser, Homelessness, Siloam Sleepout
February
11
2021
Siloam Mission Commits To Creating Comprehensive Indigenous Relations Strategy
SILOAM MISSION COMMITS TO CREATING COMPREHENSIVE INDIGENOUS RELATIONS STRATEGY Reconciliation at Heart of Actionable Plan to be Developed by Laborero Consulting Winnipeg, MB (February 11, 2021) — Following wise counsel from Knowledge Keepers, Indigenous community leaders, staff and church leaders, Siloam Mission today announced plans to develop and launch a comprehensive Indigenous Relations Strategy, led by […]
January
08
2021
Media Statement
On behalf of the board of directors of Siloam Mission, this is to acknowledge the concerns that have been expressed by Indigenous led not for profit organizations and others regarding the best way to provide spiritual care and cultural services. “One thing we all share,” said CEO Jim Bell, “is a commitment to, and compassion […]
August
12
2020
Siloam Mission Celebrates Grand Opening of New Buhler Centre
Siloam Mission has opened a new facility offering expanded and integrated services, including an expanded shelter with a separate women’s area, for those experiencing homelessness. The new Buhler Centre adds 54,000 square feet of space, which also includes an expanded health centre and more space for mental health, employment readiness and spiritual care supports. The […]