Connecting you to community supports, programs, and opportunities. The North End is full of organizations, programs, and people working together to make our community stronger. Whether you’re looking for food support, digital literacy programs, health services, or cultural activities, this guide can help you find what you need — close to home.
NORTH POINT DOUGLAS WOMEN’S CENTRE
The North Point Douglas Women’s Centre is a safe and welcoming space where women and their families can gather, connect, and access support. Guided by the voices of local women, the Centre focuses on safety, healing, empowerment, and building strong community connections.
Key Programs:
- Drop-In: A safe, welcoming space to relax, connect, and access basic needs, resources, and referrals.
- Mama Bear Clan : Volunteer-led safety patrol offering help, resources, and a caring presence in the neighbourhood.
- Community Oven : A wood-burning outdoor oven where neighbours gather, cook, and build connections through food.
📍 Address: 221 Austin Street North, Winnipeg, MB
📞 Phone: 204-947-0321
🌐 Website: https://www.npdwc.org
COMMUNITY HELPERS UNITE (CHU)
Community Helpers Unite is an Indigenous-led non-profit dedicated to increasing food security and reducing social barriers in North Winnipeg. They provide over 4,400 meals each week to shelters, community programs, and unsheltered relatives, while offering food education, mentorship, and employment opportunities. Guided by the Seven Sacred Teachings, CHU uses a harm reduction, people-first approach to meet community needs with dignity, kindness, and respect.
Key Programs:
- City Wide Catering – Affordable catering for public and non-profit events, with a focus on healthy, scratch-made meals.
- Community Connections – Building partnerships with organizations to address social issues quickly and effectively.
- Volunteer Opportunities – Seven days a week, with roles in packing hampers, preparing meals, serving coffee, and community walks.
- Food Services – Contract meal preparation for non-profits, respecting Indigenous dietary needs and using whole, minimally processed foods.
- Youth Safe Space – Weekends for youth aged 12–18, offering culturally appropriate, inclusive programming and outings.
- Emergency Hampers – Supplying agencies with donated and purchased food items, accessible 24/7 through a keyless code entry system.
📍 Address: 1025 King Edward Street, Winnipeg, MB
📞 Phone: 431-688-0420
🌐 Website: https://chuinc.ca
