March 28, 2024

The Mustard Seed Winter Warming Centre

With the support of the City of Calgary, the Warming Centre provides coffee, snacks, extended hours, bussing to other shelters…

Calgary, Support, Winter

February 22, 2023

7 Ways to Help People Experiencing Homelessness Survive During Winter

Ever thought how you can help those experiencing homelessness this winter? Check out our list of 7 things you can…

Donation, Support, Cold, Winter

January 18, 2022

Boxed Blessings: Spreading Joy One Box at a Time

Who knew a simple conversation on a train one afternoon could turn into a fundraiser aimed at helping our most…

Community, Donation, Edmonton, Care Package, Thank You, Give Back, Support

October 1, 2021

The Mustard Seed's School Lunch Program

The Mustard Seed Red Deer’s School Lunch Program is a vital program that provides lunches for students from impoverished families…

Community, Red Deer, Volunteer, Support, Kids, Poverty, Youth, Students

June 21, 2021

Indigenous Wellness Program Promotes Wellness and Healing through Culture

The Mustard Seed’s Indigenous Wellness Program was developed to ensure culturally appropriate supports are available to help the Indigenous population.

Community, Indigenous, Programming, Mental Health, Wellness, Well Being, Support, Indigenous Wellness Program, Healing

April 12, 2021

Supporters Help Residents Thrive at Open Door Manor

"Helping people into housing, and helping them maintain housing is at the core of ‘Loving thy neighbour’…"

Edmonton, Support, Homelessness, Poverty, Housing, Staff, Team

April 12, 2021

Housing Support Programs Help Create Lasting Positive Change

Finding safe, stable, and affordable housing is a major challenge for people experiencing homelessness and extreme poverty.

Edmonton, Support, Homelessness, Poverty, Housing, Staff, Team

April 12, 2021

Supporters Help Create New Beginnings at Westwood Manor

For those who are experiencing homelessness, having access to housing and supports at a site like Westwood Manor can be…

Edmonton, Support, Homelessness, Poverty, Housing, Staff, Team

September 26, 2019

Celebrating 35 Years: Trevor’s Journey to Recovery

Trevor will tell you that there were a few vital factors that played a role in his journey to recovery…

Story, Addiction, Recovery, Support

March 29, 2018

The Mustard Seed and H&R Block Canada Partner Up

Workers who are experiencing homelessness face serious challenges that may prevent them from claiming income tax. Sometimes this means many…

Community, Calgary, Homeless, Support, Poverty, Taxes

September 30, 2016

Fort Mac Family Appreciates the Small Things as They Rebuild in Edmonton

Like many other families, Roberta, Randy and their four children’s lives would be changed drastically on May 3, 2016. It’s…

Community, Edmonton, Support

August 30, 2016

If the Shoes Fit

Working at the Personal Assistance Centre (PAC) has given me a chance to work one-on-one with a lot of community…

Edmonton, Support, Staff

February 26, 2016

Your Support of The Mustard Seed Employment Program is Invaluable

Ron* says when he came to The Mustard Seed Employment Program what he really needed was a boost in confidence…

Indigenous, Support, Employment

January 22, 2016

Serving the Community with Help from the Church

The Church has been a part of The Mustard Seed’s work from the very beginning. In fact, the initial idea…

Community, Support, Church