Jim and Sue Bailey – An Outstanding Vincentian Couple Team
Cécile Pinard-Prince – A Pillar of Our Team at SSVP Victoriaville, QC
For over 25 years, Cécile has been an integral part of the St-Alphonse Conference, taking on many roles: receptionist, home visitor, secretary, and archivist. Her experience and deep knowledge of our community make her an invaluable resource. We often turn to her for guidance and insight. Her unwavering commitment, dedication, and joyful spirit make her […]
Vancouver Island PC more active than ever
The Social Concern Office (SCO) is set up to offer emergency assistance for food or clothing, that is, assistance required because of difficult circumstances arising that were perhaps unforeseen and beyond the control of the individual. The Food Pantry remains a crucial community resource, serving 746 individuals in January and 636 in February, with March […]
Listening Sessions Coming Your Way: Let’s Keep Hearing from You!
In January, the National Strategic Plan Committee launched a nationwide survey for members, volunteers, and employees of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul. This survey marked the first step in a broader consultation process aimed at reaching as many voices as possible. Its purpose is to spark meaningful conversations across with the Society and […]
“St. Vincent’s on Huron”
SSVP inaugurates its first affordable housing project in London Ontario The outreach and hard work paid off: on April 3, 2025, the London Particular Council of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul held a groundbreaking ceremony of its affordable housing project “St. Vincent’s on Huron”, attended by the nearby community, affordable housing partners, donors, […]
Basic Income – Where in the world?
We have been touting the potential benefits of a targeted, means-tested Basic Income program in these bulletin articles for several months. We see it as the best, most efficient and economical means of lifting our neighbours and their families out of need and onto a path to healthier, more productive lives. This benefits not only […]
“Tea for a Cause: Brewing Connections and Supporting Families in Need”
In the fall of 2024, the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Brant Thrift store had an abundance of lovely teacups, a budget that was being stretched to its limit, four tables in the lobby, and a shortage of hygiene products for distribution. It was suggested that tea parties were popular, and it gave individuals […]
SSVP Hypothermia Kits Save Lives in Niagara Falls!
Every day Vincentians perform many tangible acts of compassion. One such example occurred recently in the Niagara Region through the action and partnerships fostered by the East Niagara SSVP Particular Council. In the Fall of 2023, a representative from Niagara Assertive Street Outreach (NASO), the agency responsible for homelessness in our Region, was invited to […]
SURVEY – Ensuring the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul keeps growing in Canada
To build a strategic future for the Society of Saint-Vincent de Paul in Canada, we need to understand your experience and your perspective. Please access this survey where you can express your views and experiences. The survey takes a few minutes to complete and can make a world of difference for the committee to build […]