A List of Community Resources for Emergency Food Support

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Winnipeg is home to a variety of resources for those facing food emergencies. Whether you're experiencing financial hardship, dealing with unexpected circumstances, or simply need a helping hand, there are numerous organizations ready to assist you. In this guide, we'll explore some of the key food emergency resources available in Winnipeg, ensuring you have the support you need.


Agape Table

364 Furby St.

  • Monday–Friday, 8 AM–11 AM

Manitoba Metis Federation

150 Henry Ave.

  • Call for a hamper and have MMF # ready
    • 65 & under: Call 204-589-4327
    • 65 & over: Call 204-586-8474 (ext. 371)

West Central Women’s Centre

640 Ellice Ave.

  • Bagged lunch: Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 12 PM
  • Bagged dinner: Tuesday & Thursday at 5 PM
  • Breakfast: Saturday, 10 AM

Main Street Project

75 Martha St.

  • Meals: Lunch at 12 PM, supper at 4:30 PM
    • Monday–Friday: 75 Martha St.
    • Weekend meals: Mitchell Fabrics on Main St.

Union Gospel Mission

320 Princess St.

  • Breakfast: 11 AM
  • Supper: 7 PM (50 people served each day)
  • Drop-in service: 2 PM–4 PM for showers and food (if available)
    • Maximum 20 people every 30 minutes

Light House Mission

669 Main St.

  • Monday to Thursday: Breakfast 9 AM–11 AM, Lunch 2 PM–3 PM
  • Friday: 1 PM–2 PM
  • Weekend emergency hampers: Call Shawn at 204-943-9669

Crossways in Common

222 Furby St.

  • Bagged lunch: Monday–Friday, 1 PM
  • Wednesday & Sunday: Arrange for emergency hampers after hours
    • Call 204-774-2773

North Point Douglas Women’s Centre

221 Austin St. N.

  • Wednesday–Sunday: Non-perishable food hampers and feminine hygiene products also available

North End Women’s Centre

394 Selkirk Ave.

  • Monday–Friday: 10 AM–4 PM or until out of stock
    • Bagged lunch, hygiene products, clean needles, and diapers

Feed My Lambs

117 Euclid Ave.

  • Friday, 3:30 PM
  • Food hamper distribution on a first-come, first-served basis

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This detailed list of resources highlights essential services for those in need, from food and shelter to hygiene and medical assistance, provided by community organizations.

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Agape Table

364 Furby St.

  • Monday–Friday, 8 AM–11 AM

Manitoba Metis Federation

150 Henry Ave.

  • Call for a hamper and have MMF # ready
    • 65 & under: Call 204-589-4327
    • 65 & over: Call 204-586-8474 (ext. 371)

West Central Women’s Centre

640 Ellice Ave.

  • Bagged lunch: Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 12 PM
  • Bagged dinner: Tuesday & Thursday at 5 PM
  • Breakfast: Saturday, 10 AM

Main Street Project

75 Martha St.

  • Meals: Lunch at 12 PM, supper at 4:30 PM
    • Monday–Friday: 75 Martha St.
    • Weekend meals: Mitchell Fabrics on Main St.

Union Gospel Mission

320 Princess St.

  • Breakfast: 11 AM
  • Supper: 7 PM (50 people served each day)
  • Drop-in service: 2 PM–4 PM for showers and food (if available)
    • Maximum 20 people every 30 minutes

Light House Mission

669 Main St.

  • Monday to Thursday: Breakfast 9 AM–11 AM, Lunch 2 PM–3 PM
  • Friday: 1 PM–2 PM
  • Weekend emergency hampers: Call Shawn at 204-943-9669

Crossways in Common

222 Furby St.

  • Bagged lunch: Monday–Friday, 1 PM
  • Wednesday & Sunday: Arrange for emergency hampers after hours
    • Call 204-774-2773

North Point Douglas Women’s Centre

221 Austin St. N.

  • Wednesday–Sunday: Non-perishable food hampers and feminine hygiene products also available

North End Women’s Centre

394 Selkirk Ave.

  • Monday–Friday: 10 AM–4 PM or until out of stock
    • Bagged lunch, hygiene products, clean needles, and diapers

Feed My Lambs

117 Euclid Ave.

  • Friday, 3:30 PM
  • Food hamper distribution on a first-come, first-served basis

Siloam Mission

300 Princess St.

  • Breakfast: 9 AM–10 AM (only for people staying overnight)
  • Lunch: 12:30 PM–1:30 PM
  • Supper: 6:30 PM–7:30 PM

Bear Clan Den

563 Selkirk Ave.

  • Call ahead: 204-219-1052
  • Changes daily depending on supplies

Macdonald Youth Services

159 Mayfair Ave.

  • Offering food, shelter, shower, and laundry
    • Call 1-888-477-1804 (Ages 13–21)

Daniel McIntyre/St. Matthews Community Association

823 Ellice Ave.

  • Monday–Friday, 2 PM–6 PM
    • Take-home window for drinking water, snacks, hygiene supplies, feminine products, safe sex protection, clean needles, emergency food, and referrals. Ring doorbell for service.

Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre

  • Monday to Friday: 11 AM–1 PM & 4 PM–6 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM–1 PM (Deliveries only of food, baby supplies, and basic needs)
    • Call 204-925-0300, 204-925-0358, or 204-925-0308

Missionaries of Charity

167 Aikins St.

  • Take-and-go breakfast: Monday–Saturday, 9:30–10:45

Andrews Street Family Centre

220 Andrews St.

  • Monday to Friday: Meals served 12 PM–2 PM
  • Emergency food, diapers, and formula available with MB health card

Salvation Army Wetamah

324 Logan Ave.

  • Washroom open every day: 9 AM–3 PM
  • Tuesday–Thursday: Bread available at 11 AM

The Welcome Home

188 Euclid Ave.

  • Wednesday after 10 AM: 20 food hampers distributed on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Bagged lunches available afterwards

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