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 […]
Jennifer Wilson, Good Shepherd Conference, Windsor ON
Since joining the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul just a few years ago, Jennifer Wilson has made remarkable strides as a Vincentian. She currently serves as Vice President of the Good Shepherd Conference, Vice President of the Central Council, Chair of Street Outreach, and Chair of Food Security. Her volunteer commitment ranges from 20 […]
St. Vincent’s on Huron growing Hope—Floor by Floor
What a remarkable year 2025 has been—for the SSVP London, for what will be St. Vincent’s on Huron, and especially for the about 120 individuals who will call it home in 2027. Thanks to our community’s generosity, encouragement, and belief in this vision, this project has moved from concept… to groundbreaking… to a six-story structure […]
Formation of Our Lady of Guadalupe Conference
I was on Saint Patrick’s Parish Council at that time. Our priest was Father Gary Hartman. He was a small person, with a giant heart. The church kept a supply of food and necessities downstairs in the rectory for poor people, and transients in need. One evening a man came by asking for money to […]
Opportunity To Recruit Younger Members
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul is blessed with the dedication of long-serving members whose compassion continues to guide our mission. As our work grows, younger volunteers can play an important role by supporting a variety of tasks that strengthen our service to neighbours in need. Their energy and new perspectives complement the wisdom […]
Dave O’Connor, Halifax NS
Dave O’Connor is a deeply committed Vincentian who has generously shared his time, skills, and heart with the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul for more than 30 years. National Treasurer since 2019 and a member of the St. David Conference in Halifax, Dave has served the SSVP in various roles over the years, always […]
Street Outreach News – SSVP Windsor Essex Central Council
Santa sent 2 elves from Our Lady of Perpetual Help’s Knights of Columbus team to facilitate a huge delivery of brand-new winter coats. We are thrilled to report that these coats were gifted to the teens and young adults experiencing housing insecurity support thru the Windsor Youth Centre. What a wonderful surprise to be able […]