Weekender Program Continues to Expand Its Reach
The Weekender Program provides food for schoolchildren who might otherwise go hungry during the weekend period. The program started in 2018 with Good Shepherd Conference using their own funds to support 20 children in each of two schools. Then in 2021, Edmonton Central Council established a Weekender Program for the inner city, beginning with one […]
Helping in All Possible Ways
A Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Conference in London, Ontario received an email from an international student, Ana, who had moved to Canada from Brazil in December 2022 with her husband and two young children. She moved to Canada and was taking a 3-year course at Fanshawe College to provide a better life for […]
Cure the Summertime Blues
“Cure the Summertime Blues” Campaign Launches to Fight Summer Hunger on Southern Vancouver Island Victoria, BC — The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Vancouver Island is launching its Cure the Summertime Blues campaign to help address growing food insecurity during the summer months, beginning with two community food drives titled Cram the Van to […]
Volunteer Recognition Award – Québec 2026
The Government of Quebec awarded the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul of Montreal the Volunteer Recognition Award – Québec 2026 in the Organization category during the official ceremony held on April 21 in Quebec City. This distinction, one of the most prestigious honours awarded to volunteer organizations in Québec, recognizes organizations whose volunteer commitment […]
Holy Family St. Albert SSVP Conference North of 60 Project – With Ulukhaktok – 2025 Report
In the spring of 2025, SSVP North of 60 Project volunteers from Holy Family Parish and St. Albert Parish, filled a sea container with donated food and goods for Ulukhaktok, Northwest Territories. Community members and supporters participated generously. The 3400 km shipment was trucked to the Tuktoyaktuk port, then loaded onto a marine barge. Two […]
Great news from Campbell River, BC!
The partnership between Our Lady of Guadalupe SSVP Conference and the BC SPCA continues to grow. In addition to the monthly donations collected by the Comox and Campbell River branches, the BC SPCA is now providing 300 lbs of dry dog and cat food every month, purchased from Bosley’s Pet Store in Campbell River. In […]
Making a Difference, One Return at a Time
The St. John de Brébeuf Conference in Kingsville, Ontario, has been offering free tax preparation clinics for low-income residents for many years. This initiative began in 2015, led by Catherine St. Pierre, and is now coordinated by a dedicated subcommittee consisting of Carole Labute, Barb Leili, and John Campbell. Each year, the team completes an […]
A Growing Vincentian Presence in Brampton
On February 21, 2026, following the mass at St. Marguerite d’Youville church in Brampton, Ontario members of the Society gathered to celebrate the aggregation of the conference, commissioning of its members, and installation for new Vincentians from neighbouring conferences. These ceremonies marked a significant milestone for the St. Marguerite d’Youville Conference and the Peel North […]
Elaine McMurray, Okanagan Valley BC
Elaine is a dedicated Vincentian who has been a member of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul for over 30 years and currently serves as Co-Chair of the National Social Justice Committee. At the conference level, Elaine is the past president and treasurer, and she also plays an important role as a trainer for […]