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 […]
Nicaragua “Eco-Stove and Water Purifying Filters” project
Thanks to the generosity of Canadian Vincentians and supporters, the Nicaragua “Eco-Stove and Water Purifying Filters” project is funded! The installation of 18 ECO STOVES and 25 FILTRON type water purifying filters will improve the health and living conditions in the communities of Los Limones and La Dante, Nicaragua. Learn more about this impactful SSVP […]
Cover Me with Love
The “Cover Me with Love” program continues to thrive in London, Ontario, where it has been serving the community for the past 15 years. This initiative has supported countless individuals in the downtown area. Recently, the SSVP St. George Conference gathered over 100 coats and blankets, both new and gently used. Additionally, they collected 20 […]
Speed and flexibility are key to success for this Quebec non-profit
Moisson Mauricie – Centre du Québec has been recognized as one of the Top 10 food banks in Canada for four years by Charity Intelligence Canada. The SSVP in Trois-Rivières is one of its key partners and delivers their offerings through four neighbourhood distribution points in the city. A great partnership to support our neighbours […]