October 27, 2015

Experiencing Poverty And Life On The Street

Every summer teenagers from Canada and the U.S. arrive at The Mustard Seed in Calgary or Edmonton – for what…

Students, Community Engagement, DemoCrew

October 27, 2015

Underwear Is An Ongoing Need at The Mustard Seed

Underwear is an often-overlooked need for people experiencing poverty and homelessness. Food, shelter and clothes are top of mind, but…

Calgary, Edmonton, Underwear, Got Ginch, Need Knickers

October 13, 2015

Thanksgiving At The Mustard Seed

This Thanksgiving, everyone at The Mustard Seed was thankful for our donors and volunteers. It is because of you we…

Thanksgiving, Meal Sponsorship

September 17, 2015

Nourishing the Body and Soul Through Meal Sponsorship

The kitchen at our emergency shelter is busy from morning until night. There are always people in there, cooking, cleaning…

Volunteer, Meal Sponsorship, Telus

August 13, 2015

Research paper: Psychological Perspectives on Poverty

We often hear from our guests that they feel “invisible” or that they are treated poorly by mainstream society.

Poverty, Joseph Rowntree Foundation, Psychology

August 13, 2015

Report: The State of Homelessness in Canada in 2014

Thirty-five thousand Canadians experience homelessness on any given night. Many others are at risk of becoming homeless. The report, The…

Media Article, Canada, Homeless Hub

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