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 40 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 six cities across Western Canada, 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 four decades thanks to our donors, volunteers, and support from the community.

Building Community. Growing Hope. Supporting Change.

Our History

Pat Nixon founded The Mustard Seed in 1984 with a single street ministry location in central Calgary. Today, the organization operates in multiple cities – Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Medicine Hat, and Grande Prairie in Alberta, Kamloops in British Columbia, and a seventh location soon to open in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. All locations offer a different 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
  • Community Impact 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

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James Gardiner

Chief Executive Officer
Rosanne Goetz headshot

Rosanne Goetz

Chief Marketing Officer
Bill Nixon headshot

Bill Nixon

Chief Operating Officer
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Taryn Barrie

Chief People Officer
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Lorne Heppner

Chief Financial Officer
Philip Calvert headshot

Philip Calvert

Chief Development Officer
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Brent Trask

Chief Impact Officer

MEET OUR FOUNDATION & SOCIETY BOARD MEMBERS

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Jeremy Thiessen

Foundation Chair
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Jason Krueger

Foundation Director
Carolyn Scheil headshot

Carolyn Scheil

Foundation Director
Richard Lange headshot

Richard Lange

Foundation Director
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Gregg Becker

Foundation Director
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Kevin Schular

Society Chair
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Bonnie Ogilvie

Society Director
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Benjamin Wiebe

Society Director
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Reinhart Issler

Society Director
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Donna Hastings

Society Director

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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