At the Winnipegosis & District Health Centre we deliver holistic health care with reverence, compassion and commitment in the spirit of our founders the Sisters of St. Benedict. We are inspired by their charisma and mission, which helps us foster physical, emotional and spiritual well being for individuals and patients in our care every day.
People served
14 hospital beds / 20 bed personal care home
Staff
60
Volunteers
20
Founded by
Sisters of the Order of St. Benedict (1966)
Annual Operating Budget
$3,411,351
Chief Executive Officer
Michelle Quennelle
Board Chair
Larry Wright
Learn more
wgh@prha.mb.ca
204.656.4881
The Grey Nuns of Manitoba founded Ste. Rose General Hospital in 1939. Today, it is a 26 bed fully accredited rural teaching and acute care health centre. The hospital provides in-patient care in four specific areas: General Medicine, Pediatrics, Detox and Palliative Care. Services are provided under contract with the Parkland Regional Health Authority.
People served
8,000 people living in the East Parkland area
Staff
74
Volunteers
20
Founded by
The Grey Nuns (1939)
Annual Operating Budget
$4.18 million
Chief Executive Officer
Michelle Quennelle
Board Chair
Jennifer Christensen
Foundation
Prévost Foundation
Learn more
A Sweetman
204-447-2131
St. Joseph’s Residence is a non-profit, long-term care facility located in the north end of Winnipeg. Our mission is to show forth God’s love in an environment of respect, reverence and hospitality in the spirit of St. Benedict by fostering compassionate care to the elderly.
People served
100 residents and their families
Staff
154
Volunteers
45
Founded by
Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto (1918) Incorporated under the Sisters of St. Benedict (1987)
Annual Operating Budget
$6,666,144
A/Chief Executive Officer
Charles Gagne
Board Chair
Ardelle Martin
Foundation
Friends of St. Joseph’s Residence
Learn more
www.sjri.ca
St-Boniface Hospital is a Catholic teaching facility founded by the Sisters of Charity of Montreal “Grey Nuns”. Established in 1871 as the first hospital in Western Canada, we continue to be pioneers in health care. Our tradition of caring and reputation for leadership flow from the Grey Nuns’ belief in taking action to care for those who come to us in need. To do so, we manage our resources efficiently and responsibly. Our strength lies in creating an environment that respects and welcomes a diversity of faith and cultures. We recognize our special responsibility to the Francophone community.
People served
506 beds / 25,359 admissions / outpatient visits 223,859
Staff
3800
Volunteers
400
Founded by
Sisters of Charity of Montreal “Grey Nuns” (1871)
Annual Operating Budget
$327,669,129
Acting President & CEO
Dr. Bruce Roe
Board Chair
Murray Kilfoyle
Foundation
St. Boniface Hospital Foundation
Learn more
www.saintboniface.ca
St.Amant is a comprehensive resource for Manitobans with developmental disabilities and autism. We are a not-for-profit organization that offers a wide range of programs and services to support individuals and their families. St.Amant programs include a large residence for complex care, more than 50 community sites and homes, the St.Amant Research Centre, the St.Amant School and River Road Child Care, a community child-care centre. We offer effective programs for children with autism and also for families who care for an individual with a developmental disability at home
People served
1400 families
Staff
1500
Volunteers
323
Founded by
Sisters of Charity of Montreal “Grey Nuns” (1988)
Annual Operating Budget
$59,795,193
President & CEO
John Leggat
Board Chair
Brian Denysuik
Foundation
St.Amant Foundation
Learn more
www.stamant.mb.ca
Sara Riel offers timely access to services for individuals with serious and persistent mental illness. Its Community Rehabilitation Program provides integrated affordable housing, life skills development and access to medical, social and spiritual supports. Its Workforce Placement Program supports adults who experience mental health concerns with their goal of re-entering the workforce and/or sustaining competitive employment. As administrators of the provincial Portable Housing Benefit, Sara Riel also offers housing opportunities for individuals on Employment Income Assistance who have a mental health disability and who are homeless or at risk of being homeless.
People served
223
Staff
25
Volunteers
0
Founded by
The Sisters of Charity of Montreal “Grey Nuns” (1977)
Annual Operating Budget
$1,637,667
Executive Director
Diane Lau
Board Chair
Paul Vandal
Foundation
Sara Riel Foundation
Learn more
www.sararielinc.com
Despins Charities operates Résidence Despins and Villa Aulneau, seniors’ residences in St. Boniface. We create warm, welcoming homes that ensure the physical, social, mental and spiritual well-being of our residents. We offer a range of independent living and supportive housing for seniors and are part of a long tradition of hope and compassion inspired by the spirit of Saint Marguerite d’Youville and the Grey Nuns as well as a long tradition of service by the Missionary Oblates Sisters. Our services respect the dignity of each individual and are attentive to the cultural and linguistic needs of the residents.
People served
Résidence Despins: 130
Villa Aulneau: 157
Staff
90
Volunteers
10
Founded by
CHCM (Residence Despins 2005 & Villa Aulneau 2011)
Annual Operating Budget
$7,421,610
Chief Executive Officer
Aurèle Foidart
Board Chair
Léo Charrière
Learn more
www.resdespins.ca
www.villaaulneau.ca
Centre Flavie-Laurent distributes at no cost, furniture, household items and clothing to people in need. We sort, store and distribute the goods and the clothing received from donors to help the impoverished in St. Boniface and Winnipeg. The strength and mission of the Centre’s work is shown by the service provided to the needy and the concern for the needs and the fate of the poor. Its credibility is rooted in its rich heritage and its founders – the Grey Nuns.
Families served
27,000 since 2005
Clients every week
350 to 500
Staff
6
Volunteers
75
Founded by
CHCM (2005)
Annual Operating Budget
$300,000
Chief Executive Officer
Gilbert Vielfaure
Board Chair
Gisèle Barnabé
Learn more
www.cflc.info
The mandate of Centre de santé Saint-Boniface is to provide primary health services in both official languages through an interdisciplinary team of bilingual professionals. We also promote the training of bilingual professionals. Centre de santé provides primary health care services to all residents of Saint-Boniface and the French-speaking population of Winnipeg. We offer a variety of services in various clinical and community settings.
People served
Centre de santé provides primary health care services to all residents of Saint-Boniface and the French-speaking population of Winnipeg. We offer a variety of services in various clinical and community settings.
Staff
30
Volunteers
Centre de santé collaborates with various community partners to facilitate the engagement of volunteers for various services and programs.
Founded by
Société franco-manitobaine, Saint-Boniface University and CHCM (1999)
Annual Operating Budget
$2,984,774
Chief Executive Officer
Susan Stratford
Board Chair
René Fontaine
Learn more
www.centredesante.mb.ca
According to the educational charism of the Missionary Oblate Sisters, the mission of the Aulneau Renewal Centre is to provide resources for children, youth, adults and families to build relationships and be renewed. The Centre’s services are inspired by a Christ-like vision of people living in harmony with self, others, God and Creation. Services are provided in both French and English and are universally accessible. Fees are assessed based on family income.
People served
713 families
332 trainees
Staff
22
Volunteers
10
Founded by
Missionary Oblate Sisters (1979)
Annual Operating Budget
$999,300.00
Interim Executive Officer
Rudy Ambtman
Board Chair
Richard Fréchette
Learn more
www.aulneau.com
Actionmarguerite is a community-based, non-profit corporation dedicated to serving the elderly and persons with complex care needs in the Winnipeg area. Actionmarguerite is the modern face of an historical institution a symbol of health care excellence uniting three long established institutions: Taché Centre, Foyer Valade, and St. Joseph’s Residence. By combining their strengths under one name and administration, Actionmarguerite provides exceptional personal care to those who have made our residences their home. Actionmarguerite provides a number of programs and services; namely:
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Abri Marguerite is a not-for-profit organization that offers housing options to assist in welcoming new francophone Canadians to Manitoba as well as other people in need. Abri Marguerite works collaboratively and in partnership with other organizations to ensure that welcoming services and other related services are available to help our clients in their journey to well being.
People served
152
Staff
Services are provided by Accueil francophone
Volunteers
10
Founded by
CHCM
Annual Operating Budget
$48,000
Chief Executive Officer
Services are provided by Accueil francophone
Board Chair
Jacob Atangana-Abe
Learn more
204.258.1053
Marymound provides care for children, youth and families who need support as they face the challenges of growing, learning and parenting. Through culturally diverse care in safe living environments, individual relationships, academic preparation, therapeutic intervention and advocacy, Marymound supports Manitoba children and their families to reach their fullest potential and independence.
People served
3,000
Staff
250
Volunteers
26
Founded by
The Sisters of the Good Shepherd (1911)
Annual Operating Budget
$16,544,431
Chief Executive Officer
Jay Rodgers
Board Chair
Laura Goossen
Learn more
www.marymound.com
Youville Centre is a not-for-profit organization established by the Grey Nuns in 1984. Youville offers a wide range of services focusing on health living from health care and wellness education to counseling and support. We work to meet the needs of the community, offering individuals and families the tools they need to make informed choices about their health. We are dedicated to working with, and for the community. Services at Youville Centre are offered in both official languages.
People served
24,722
Staff
37
Volunteers
171
Founded by
Sisters of Charity of Montreal “Grey Nuns” (1984)
Annual Operating Budget
$3,104,010
Executive Director
Patrick Griffith
Board Chair
Carmelle Mulaire
Learn more
www.youville.ca
Léo Charrière is the new Chair of the Catholic Health Corporation of Manitoba (CHCM).
As a young boy growing up in Ste. Anne, Manitoba, Léo Charrière saw the good works of the Sisters of Charity of Montreal (the Grey Nuns) every day. His own aunt, Sister Marie Tougas, was an active Grey Nun in Ste. Anne and St. Boniface.
CHCM’s Compassion Project supports people in their journey toward a deeper sense of purpose. Learn more about our 2018 Spring Programming.
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