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 […]
The Fight for Basic Income Continues!
The Advocacy Committee continues to support a Guaranteed Basic Income plan for Canada. Many articles and information have been shared in previous newsletters. Please review these on the news section of the SSVP national website. We encourage you to learn more, share information at SSVP meetings and make your voice heard. Basic Income would help […]
Réjeanne Harbec, St-Luc Conference, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu QC
Ms. Harbec has held the position of Director of Assistance to Beneficiaries for twenty years. She supervises seven teams that carry out visits to approximately 300 beneficiaries affiliated with the Saint-Luc Conference. She is also responsible for the overall coordination of the Opération Bonne Mine (school perseverance program), which serves all educational institutions in the […]
Make This Giving Tuesday Count
On December 2 the fundraising world with be swirling with Giving Tuesday (GT) initiatives. GT was established as a day to “give back”, on the first Tuesday after US Thanksgiving, to counteract the “Black Friday” retail shopping frenzy and “Cyber Monday” online promotions. So, on Tuesday after days of feasting and shopping, we reflect on where our riches can be […]