Our Vision

To eliminate homelessness and reduce poverty where we serve.

Our Mission

To build hope and well-being for our most vulnerable citizens through Jesus’ love.

Our Values

Christ-Centredness
Transparent Accountability
Treating All With Respect
Open Communication
Holistic Innovation

Over 35 Years of Growing Hope

The Mustard Seed is a Christian non-profit organization that has been caring for individuals experiencing homelessness and poverty since 1984. Operating in five cities across Alberta and British Columbia, The Mustard Seed is a supportive haven where people can have their physical, mental, and spiritual needs met and grow toward greater health and independence.

We have been an agent of change for more than three decades, thanks to our donors, volunteers, and support from the community.

Building Community. Growing Hope. Supporting Change.



Our History

The idea for a street ministry came from Pat Nixon who founded The Mustard Seed in 1984, opening the first location in Calgary. Today, the organization operates in multiple cities, including: Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, and Medicine Hat in Alberta; and Kamloops in British Columbia. All locations offer an expansive range of programs and services to serve our most vulnerable community members.

Programs and services include:

  • Basic needs - emergency shelter, meals, clothing, and hygiene items
  • Health and Wellness
  • Housing
  • Employment
  • Spiritual Care
  • Community Engagement
  • Neighbour Centres

With the support of our donors, volunteers, and the community, The Mustard Seed continues to grow and meet the needs of those we serve.

Meet our Executive Team

Stephen Wile headshot

Stephen Wile

Chief Executive Officer
Rosanne Goetz headshot

Rosanne Goetz

Chief Communications Officer
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Bill Nixon

Senior Managing Director Calgary
Rowena Browne headshot

Rowena Browne

Chief Development Officer
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Janet Mathieson

Chief People Officer
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Lorne Heppner

Interim CFAO

MEET OUR FOUNDATION & SOCIETY BOARD MEMBERS

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Jeremy Thiessen

Foundation Chair
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James Gardiner

Foundation Director
Jason Krueger headshot

Jason Krueger

Foundation Director
Mandy Johnston headshot

Mandy Johnston

Foundation Director
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Kevin Schular

Society Chair
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Ruth Esau

Society Director
Reinhart Issler headshot

Reinhart Issler

Society Director
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Bonnie Ogilvie

Society Director
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Benjamin Wiebe

Society Director
Tolu Solola headshot

Tolu Solola

Society Director

Meet our Directing Managers

Bill Nixon headshot

Bill Nixon

Senior Managing Director Calgary
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Kelly Thomson

Managing Director Kamloops
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Colette Eirich

Managing Director Medicine Hat
Byron Bradley headshot

Byron Bradley

Managing Director Central Alberta

Accountability

The Mustard Seed is committed to transparent accountability and open communication in all of its practices. We seek to share as much information as possible with you, our valued supporters.

View our Accountability Policies

Donate to the Mustard Seed

Lives are changed every day because of people like you. Donate today to provide food, shelter, health and wellness support, and so much more. With your help, hope lives here!

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