SEED Winnipeg Inc.
80 Salter Street R2W 4J6 Winnipeg, MB, Canada

Millie from SEED Winnipeg recently appeared on Shaw Spotlight. We thank Shaw for this opportunity to talk about SEED's programs and services.

Calandra and Justin from SEED Winnipeg were featured on CTV Morning Live in a segment sponsored by United Way Winnipeg. We are very proud of what we do and couldn't do it without the support of United Way and our other funders and supporters.

Do you have questions about the Canada Recovery Benefit (CRB), the Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit (CRSB), the Canada Recovery Caregiving Benefit (CRCB) or Employment Insurance (EI) or other income support programs? Call or text the Community Financial Helpline at 431-813-4357.

UPDATE: This event is now full. If you are an internationally educated professional and have not registered but would still like to share your experiences, please email [email protected]. --- Are you an internationally educated professional? Join this consultation on February 27 to talk about your experiences with and suggestions for credential recognition and licensure processes in Manitoba. Visit https://us02web.zoom.us//tZMlde-qqzgoHNCbxiz1ZaNEXdiMV3Ksk to register.

Our next online workshop on understanding the impact of federal COVID benefits is tonight! Please register on our website to get a link to attend.

Did you miss our workshop last week on the impact of federal COVID benefits on other income and housing supports? There is another workshop scheduled this Wednesday at 6 p.m. For more information and to register, please visit the following link: http://seedwinnipeg.ca/news/entry/eia-cerb-workshops

Just a reminder that SEED's next Recognition Counts webinar is happening on Monday! For more information and to register please visit our website.

SEED's next Doing Business in Canada webinar is January 25. Topics: - Government role in business - Canadian workplace standards... - Taxes in Canada - Canadian business culture Free for Canadian newcomers and immigrants. Register at http://seedwinnipeg.ca/register/bdw/1192 or call 204-927-9944.

Need help to understand the impact of federal COVID benefits? Join SEED, CUHC, and CFCS for workshops on this issue. The workshops will take place December 16 and 23, 2020 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Register on the following link: http://seedwinnipeg.ca/news/entry/eia-cerb-workshops

This Wednesday, SEED board member Brendan Reimer is speaking at the 6th Annual MacPherson Talks on "The Power of Business as a Force for Good." There's still time to register: https://usaskstudies.coop//the-sixth-annual-macpherson-tal The MacPherson Talks are hosted by the Canadian Centre for the Study of Co-operatives.

Less than a week until SEED's next Recognition Counts webinar. If you want to learn more about Recognition Counts loans for skilled immigrants and hear about newcomers who have been successful in getting back to their careers, register on our website.

Millie Acuna, manager of asset building programs at SEED Winnipeg, recently spoke to CBC about strategies for dealing with financial stress during the pandemic, and encouraged those who want help navigating their financial situations to contact the Community Financial Helpline at 431-813-4357 or toll free 1-855-955-4234 to discuss options.

Congratulations to The University of Winnipeg for being honoured by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education in their annual Sustainable Campus Index as the top campus in the food and dining category, thanks to the incredible work of Diversity Food Services. They topped over 500 institutions from 14 different countries. Diversity Food Services is a joint venture of SEED Winnipeg and the University of Winnipeg Community Renewal Corporation.

Do you have a business that has been disrupted by the pandemic? The Province of Manitoba has a grant of $5,000 for Manitoba-based businesses that were ordered closed as a result of COVID-19 Prevention Orders but are still able to continue to operate through on-line sales, curb side pick-up, etc. The link below provides more details of the grant program and eligibility requirements:... https://manitoba.ca/covid19/programs/bridge-grant.html The link below will take you to the grant application: https://forms.gov.mb.ca/bridge-grant/ Please contact SEED if you’re a former BDS client and would like assistance navigating this grant process. Take care and please support local business!

SEED’s Inner City Homebuyer Program is hosting some upcoming information sessions, and we've added a third date (December 9). To apply to the Inner City Homebuyer program you will need to attend an upcoming information session. Register for one of the sessions below: November 25, 6:00 pm: https://seedwinnipeg-ca.zoom.us//tZ0ocuigpj8sG9HguWm0UB4Ni... November 26, 12:00 pm: https://seedwinnipeg-ca.zoom.us//tZMvfuCurjssHtxbD4K2Y_sJW December 9 at 6:00 pm: https://seedwinnipeg-ca.zoom.us//tZUocOuoqjMjEtbNab7_uPuL_ Please note that the program has expanded to rural areas, which are outlined on our website. For detailed information about the program, please visit: http://seedwinnipeg.ca//d/inner-city-homebuyer-ida-program

Did you know that SEED can help you file your taxes without leaving home? Our Access to Benefits Program has phone appointments available for this week. Call 204-927-9945 or email [email protected] to find out more!

Last chance to register for SEED webinars happening tomorrow: Recognition Counts webinar: Nov 25, 2 pm: https://seedwinnipeg-ca.zoom.us//tZUpfuqoqDMoHt1OsQYSi-UD4 Inner City Homebuyer info session: Nov 25, 6 pm: https://seedwinnipeg-ca.zoom.us//tZ0ocuigpj8sG9HguWm0UB4Ni... EIA and CERB workshop, Nov 25, 6 pm: https://seedwinnipeg-ca.zoom.us//tZYoc-yqpj8iG9AuFLzbrAawi

Job opportunity for Indigenous youth! Apply today for SEED Winnipeg’s Junior Facilitator position. You must be:... 15-30 years old Indigenous (First Nations, Non-Status, Metis and Inuit) A graduate of SEED’s Money Stories or Saving Circle programs Available to work a minimum of 16 hours per week/maximum of 40 hour per week Able to work remotely from home You will: Work in an office, classroom setting and online platform Work with other youth to educate youth on Money Management Develop facilitation, clerical, and other professional skills Have the opportunity to take part in Indigenous cultural activities Application deadline is December 4th, 2020! To apply: Visit http://seedwinnipeg.ca/about/opportunities to view the full posting. Email resume and optional cover letter to [email protected] In-person: drop off resume/optional cover letter at SEED's office at 80 Salter Avenue. **WORKING IN THE OFFICE IS DEPENDANT ON CURRENT COVID-19 GUIDELINES**

We're gearing up for CCEDNet MB's annual Gathering! From Dec 1-4, dive into conversations and connections around community, solidarity, recovery, and more. Join us! Schedule, speakers, and registration at https://econous.ca/mbgathering

Register for this free workshop happening on Friday, featuring SEED's Millie Acuna.

The next online information session about SEED's online small business training program is on October 19, less than a week from now! Please register on our website if you are interested.

Interested in starting or expanding a business? Join an information session about SEEDs online small business training program. Topics include: Business Feasibility... Doing Business in Canada Free for people living on a low income. Online information session dates: September 29, October 6, 19, 22, 2020 Please note you only need to attend one session. Register online at http://seedwinnipeg.ca/programs/sessions or call 204-927-9944. You will receive a Zoom link by email three business days before the information session you register for.

SEED is hosting another outdoor drop-in! Wednesday September 30 1-3 p.m. SEED parking lot... 80 Salter Street Get help with: - Birth certificates - Drop-off income tax returns - Referrals to open a bank account - Information on the MB photo ID card Social distancing in effect. If you have any questions before the drop-in, please call 204-927-9945 or email [email protected].

SEED's next Recognition Counts webinar is October 27! Learn about loans for skilled immigrants, hear about newcomers who have been successful in getting back to their careers, and much more! For full webinar information and to register visit SEED's website:... http://rcwebinar.seedwinnipeg.ca/

One week until our next Recognition Counts webinar! Register at rcwebinar.seedwinnipeg.ca.

Mary Nirlungayuk, who is a SEED board member and a vice-president at Arctic Co-operatives Limited, will be participating on the Indigenizing the Co-operative Model panel on October 15th during Canada’s Co-op Week. Register on the attached link for what should be a very interesting discussion.

SEED is hiring! We're looking for a Administrative Coordinator for our Business Development Services. This is a full-time, six-month contract. Please note the application deadline of September 28, 2020. Visit our Career Opportunities page for the full posting.

If you are eligible for the one-time payment for people with disabilities to recognize additional expenses incurred during the pandemic, the payments will start going out on October 30, 2020.

Have you heard about the benefits the federal government has announced? If you have questions, feel free to contact the Community Financial Helpline at 431-813-4357 or toll-free 1-855-955-4234. This helpline is operated by SEED Winnipeg, Community Unemployed Help Centre, and Community Financial Counselling Services.

To ensure that your benefits like the Canada Child Benefit are not interrupted, make sure you stay current on filing your taxes. Call or text the Community Financial Helpline at 431-813-4357 or toll-free 1-855-955-4234 if you have any questions.

North End Community Renewal Corporation (NECRC)'s Tenant Landlord Cooperation (TLC) Program is hiring TLC Advocates and a TLC Housing Placement Coordinator. Applications due September 25. For more information visit their website.

Just throwing this out there but for the people that dont have their grade 12, this would be the perfect time to enroll into mature student program at the scho...ol as they are offering and giving students the option to do 100% remote learning from home and online courses. This would be perfect for mothers with small children that have trouble finding childcare during the day or for men that have a steady job and need that income and cant attend school 8hrs a day... heres your chance to enroll and do your homework packages and courses strictly from home on your own time and get your grade 12 hs diploma Something to think about anyways. See more

If you live in Manitoba and collected emergency federal pandemic payments while receiving provincial social assistance, please note that Manitoba counted the CERB against eligibility for provincial social assistance. If you're in this situation and are not sure what to do, please call or text the Community Financial Helpline at 431-813-4357 or toll-free 1-855-955-4234.

The Canadian Muslim Women's Institute has received a Community Builder Award from SEED Winnipeg to recognize the significance of its financial empowerment programs.

Our friends at the West End Commons have 2 and 3 bedroom family apartments available in a unique, community living building. Rent is geared to income, and if you're interested in more info, check out the poster below!

MCA is offering co-op development grants of up to $5,000 for Manitobans interested in starting or further developing a co-op. The application deadline is September 30. Avoid disappointment and apply today! http://manitoba.coop/Page.aspx

What could a resilient economic recovery for Manitoba look like? SEED co-director Louise Simbandumwe will join Jessica Dumas, Doug Ramsey, and Jesse Hajer to discuss this tomorrow in a virtual panel. Register on the attached link.

Our next Business Development Services Information Session is tonight! Join this online information session to learn about SEED’s online small business training program. Register on the attached link.

SEED is running one final information session about our Inner City Homebuyer Program tonight! Please note that only those who attend an information session are able to apply to the program. For more information and to register, visit our website.

For people in the Pembina Valley region, this online job fair is happening tomorrow.

Are you concerned what will happen when CERB ends? Join SEED and Community Unemployed Help Centre for a workshop this Wednesday evening that will focus on life after CERB and new income support benefits.

Are you interested in starting or expanding a business? Come to an online information session to learn about SEEDs online small business training program. Topics include: Business Feasibility Doing Business in Canada... Free for people living on a low income. Online information session dates: September 29, October 6, 19, 22, 2020 6-8 pm Please note you only need to attend one session. Registration required. Register online at http://seedwinnipeg.ca/programs/sessions or call 204-927-9944. You will receive a Zoom link by email three business days before the information session that you register for.

SEED is now on Instagram!

Join our webinar "Building household financial security during COVID-19 and beyond" Oct 7, 1:00 pm (EDT). We will present research on how COVID-19 has impacted ...the financial security of Canadians and how additional financial challenges are likely to arise over the next year. Prosper Canada commissioned Boston Consulting Group’s (BCG) Social Impact Ambassador program to conduct this research on the post-COVID-19 financial landscape. This one-hour webinar is relevant for practitioners across all sectors who want to learn how Canadians are being financially impacted by COVID-19, and to share and learn what can be done in response. https://register.gotowebinar.com/regist/229096851609101327

The next workshop about SEED's online small business training program is Tuesday night! Register at http://seedwinnipeg.ca/programs/sessions or call 204-927-9944.

Interested in work experience that could lead to a career? SEED is hiring four youth for term positions with SEED's Money Stories program. Deadline is September 18 at 4:30. Find more information on our website: http://seedwinnipeg.ca/about/opportunities

Our next Inner City Homebuyer information session is today at noon! Please note only those who attend an information session are able to apply to the program. To register visit the website: http://seedwinnipeg.ca//d/inner-city-homebuyer-ida-program

Planning to go for a roll, stroll, bike, hike on Friday? Join United Way Winnipeg as they kick off their city-wide fundraising campaign!

It's Drop-In Day! Get help with: - Filing your taxes... - Birth certificate applications - Benefit applications - Opening a bank account and/or RESP set up - Questions about CERB, EI, EIA Sept 17 12-4 pm Weston CC 1625 Logan Avenue

Today at our Annual Report to the Community, SEED will be honouring Canadian Muslim Women's Institute with a Community Builder Award. Canadian Muslim Women's Institute (CMWI) supports the social and economic integration of newcomer women and long-term residents. Through United Way Winnipeg's For Every Family initiative, SEED and Community Financial Counselling Services (CFCS) partner with CMWI to deliver financial empowerment programs. CMWI has embraced this work and has orga...nized a passionate team to embed financial empowerment initiatives in their programming. CMWI built this team by hiring members of their community and supporting skills building to enable staff to provide tax filing, access to identification, and financial education to other community members. CMWI also builds skills and provides access to employment by operating a social enterprise: The Cutting Edge: Quality Designs and Manufacturing. The Cutting Edge provides newcomer women with the training and experience they need to embark on careers as sewing machine operators. See more

Today at our Annual Report to the Community, SEED will be honouring Eadha with a Community Builder Award. Eadha meaning endurance, is a handpowered sourdough bakery in Winnipegs West End. SEED's Business & Enterprise Support & Training (BEST) Program worked with owner Cora Wiens to develop her business. Cora began selling bread at farmers markets and a bread share program in 2016. She now has a storefront which helped to expand her business and menu. Eadha is committed to... Community Economic Development principles and building a stronger community. Cora strives to provide staff a living wage and benefits, and actively commits to anti-racist and anti-colonial practices in the bakerys operation. Eadha provides opportunities for other locally-owned businesses to sell their items, hosts pizza fundraisers in support of local organizations, and offers a pay-it-forward program for customers to pre-purchase bakery goods for community members in need. See more

SEED recently provided commentary to the Winnipeg Free Press about the potential issues facing those receiving social assistance who have applied for CERB and could be at risk of losing their benefits as a result. https://www.winnipegfreepress.com//caught-between-a-pandem SEED and Community Unemployed Help Centre are running two more workshops this month for those who want to learn more about this issue. The next workshop is tonight. Register on our website: http://seedwinnipeg.ca/news/entry/september-cerb-workshops

Only a few more hours until our Annual Report to the Community, and there's still time to register! Register on this link: https://seedwinnipeg-ca.zoom.us//tZYtf-yvqzooG9drsV26-1ggP Attendees will be entered into a draw for a $75 gift card from Diversity Food Services, Eadha, or POCCA POCA SPA!

Join Prosper Canada's webinar today, where SEED's Millie Acuna and Fatima Esmail from Momentum will share their learnings on successfully delivering virtual financial education workshops.

SEED Winnipeg is pleased to share its 2019-2020 Annual Report. The report highlights the work of SEED and its partners over the past year, and shares the impacts and stories that have resulted from that work.

Living on a low income and need help filing your taxes? Call 204-927-9945 or email [email protected] today!

Are you living on a low income but interested in working towards owning your own home? Join one of SEED's Inner City Homebuyer workshops happening over the next week. The first one is tonight! Register on this page: http://seedwinnipeg.ca//d/inner-city-homebuyer-ida-program

Did you know that youth in Manitoba aging out of temporary or permanent care are eligible for a free smartphone and plan? Check out this link for more information: https://www.cafdn.org/for-youth/telus-mobility-good/

The next Family Resource Centre Drop-In Day is next week! Thursday, September 17, 2020 12-4 pm Weston Memorial Community Centre 1625 Logan Ave... Come to a free Family Resource Centre Drop-In Day to get support with: - Filing your taxes - Birth certificate applications - Benefit applications - Opening a bank account and/or RESP set up - Questions about CERB, EI, EIA, and other income support programs No cost to participate. Social distancing will be in effect! Contact 204-479-2426 or [email protected] with any questions prior to the Drop-In Day. Brought to you by NorWest Co-op Community Health, SEED Winnipeg Inc., Community Unemployed Help Centre, Community Financial Counselling Services (CFCS), United Way Winnipeg and Assiniboine Credit Union.

Job Opportunity for Indigenous Youth! Apply today for a Junior Facilitator position at SEED. For more information visit our Opportunities page: ... http://seedwinnipeg.ca/about/opportunities Application deadline is September 18, 2020.

One more week until SEED's Online Annual Report to the Community! Attendees will be entered into a draw for a $75 gift card from Diversity Food Services, Eadha, or POCCA POCA SPA! Registration link: https://seedwinnipeg-ca.zoom.us//tZYtf-yvqzooG9drsV26-1ggP

SEED and Community Unemployed Help Centre are hosting a series of workshops in September to explain the transition from the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) to Employment Insurance (EI). The first workshop is tomorrow night! Registration page: http://seedwinnipeg.ca/news/entry/september-cerb-workshops

SEED Co-Director Carinna D'Abramo Rosales will be speaking at the ACHIEVE Centre for Leadership Women in Leadership virtual conference on September 23! Register on this link: https://achtc.co/2XIIh5n. ACHIEVE is hosting this conference in support of SEED Winnipeg. All income from the conference after expenses will go to support SEED's Indigenous Women Exploring Business and the Immigrant and Newcomer Women Exploring Business programs. SEED is grateful to ACHIEVE for this support.