Helps individuals and communities find local solutions to local needs. United Way provides funding for the Manitoba page on CCEDNet website and the annual CD/CED Gathering.

SPARK

A program of CCEDNet, connects volunteer professionals to a broad range of community economic development projects. Clients range from emerging community groups with good ideas, to well established organizations. Spark matches clients with providers, and offers ongoing support during the technical assistance delivery.

309-323 Portage Ave, Wpg, MB R3B 2C1
Phone: (204) 927-3203
Fax: (204) 927-3201

Email: breimer[at]ccednet-rcdec.ca
Website: ccednet-rcdec.ca/

580 Main St. Wpg, MB R3B 1C7
Phone: (204) 837-7275
Fax: (204) 942-7785

Email: spark[at]ccednet-rcdec.ca

Works to ensure people affected by mental health problems have the same rights, choices and access to service as all people. Support is available for anyone experiencing problems with services they are currently using or trying to access. CMHA also offers information and referrals, skills development and public education to individuals, families, and the community.

930 Portage Ave., Wpg, MB, R3B 1Y4
Phone: (204) 982-6100
Fax: (204) 982-6128

Email: office[at]cmhawpg.mb.ca
Website: www.winnipeg.cmha.ca/

Provides programs and services that help Muslim women participate and contribute fully in the community. Services include community gatherings, job referral, English conversation groups, Halal community pantry, Moms and Tots' program, peer support group, home visits, sharing circle, exercise class and a sewing training program.

Works to promote independence, self-reliance and full community participation for persons with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities. United Way supports rehabilitation counselling, peer support, vocational and employment services, community advocacy, case management, and information services.

United Way supports a range of disaster services including those that help re-connect loved ones separated by disaster or war. United Way also contributes to the RespectED program, which keeps young people safer by reducing abuse and injuries.

Offers family and marriage counselling to individuals and couples in both French and English. Workshops, support groups, and anger management classes are also available to teens and adults.

Assists blind, visually impaired, and/or deafblind people in dealing with the challenges of life in a sighted world. With support from United Way, CNIB offers counselling, orientation and mobility services, career and employment services, and low vision and library services. Additionally, CNIB offers assistive technology assessment and training, peer support and leisure groups for adults and seniors, as well as early intervention for infants and pre-school children.

A collaborative network of 19 youth serving agencies, the Coalition works in partnership to create programs that will benefit youth. The Coalition helps improve direct services by offering support and shared training to member agencies. As well, it enhances existing programs and services by acting as a resource to agencies, policymakers, and the public. United Way supports program coordination and a joint summer camp.

470 Stella Ave., Wpg., MB R2W 2V1
Phone: (204) 582-5800
Fax: (204) 582-2801

Email: ceda[at]cedawpg.org
Website: www.cedawpg.org/

Pathways:
419 Selkirk Ave
Phone: (204) 582-7434

Central Park:
100-420 Edmonton St.
Phone: (204) 944-8685

Offers assessment, credit counselling, budgeting, debt consolidation and debt repayment for individuals and families experiencing financial difficulties. CFCS also provides information and referrals for people receiving or applying for income assistance. A voluntary tax preparation program helps individuals living in low-income situations complete tax returns at 35 sites throughout Winnipeg.

Works to improve the lives of people living with intellectual disabilities through referral and consultation services, workshops and conferences. Families learn to support one another through the Family Connections network and young people have the opportunity to socialize through the Among Friends program.

A social purpose enterprise, Inner-City Renovations creates construction jobs for people in low-income situations. Employees work alongside skilled tradespeople, receive academic upgrading, and work toward earning certification in construction trades.

Provides information, representation, and support services to help individuals access employment insurance (EI) benefits. The centre also conducts educational presentations on employment-related issues and the social and economic cost of unemployment. As well, CUHC engages in public interest advocacy and test case litigation to ensure the EI program provides income support to workers who become unemployed.