Acorn Family Place

09/01/2026

Help us shape our National Day for Truth and Reconciliation activities!

We’re planning a Community Feast for September 25th and want to hear from the community about what other activities and programming you’d like to see at Acorn Family Place in recognition of NDTR.

Take our short survey and select your top 3 activities: https://forms.gle/y91XYDVLWw5VS2gA8

Everyone who completes the survey can also enter our prize draw!

📅 Draw: September 4th at 3:30pm in the Drop-in.

Your feedback will help us shape our plans for September. 🧡

08/28/2026

The Winnipeg Rally for International Overdose Awareness Day is happening this Monday, August 31st from 12–1 pm at the Manitoba Legislative Grounds, organized by community partners to honour those lost to the toxic drug crisis and bring attention to its ongoing impact.

The rally will include speakers sharing their experiences and perspectives, a die-in demonstration, and a moment of silence to honour those we have lost, with photos of loved ones placed on the steps of the Legislature in their memory.

08/28/2026

Our September newsletter is here! 🗞️

This month, we’re welcoming Rebecca to the Acorn Family Place WrapAround team, looking back at a summer full of playroom fun and Wiggle, Giggle & Munch, and celebrating the Food Connections team ahead of National Food Service Workers Day.

We’re also sharing details about our upcoming community events, and our September programming schedule, including our National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Community Feast on September 25th.

Read the full newsletter and stay connected with everything happening at Acorn Family Place!

08/27/2026

Need catering for your next meeting or event? 🍽️

Food Connections Catering at Acorn Family Place offers affordable, homemade options for meetings, workshops, community events and more.

Every order helps support our Food Connections pre-employment program, creating opportunities for caregivers to build kitchen, catering and employment skills.

Email Joanne at [email protected] or call 204-560-3146 to place an order or chat about your catering needs!

08/27/2026

Have a Quick Diabetes Question?
Drop in and meet Ainsley, a Certified Diabetes Educator with AB Diabetes Education & Support.

Come by for a quick conversation about:

● Prediabetes

● Type 2 diabetes

● Gestational diabetes

● Blood sugar numbers

● Food and everyday choices

● Diabetes self-management

This is a relaxed, informal drop-in opportunity to ask general diabetes questions and information.

Please note: This is not a full diabetes education session and does not replace care from your regular healthcare provider. Diagnosis, medical consultation, and treatment changes are not provided.
Sept 17 at 555 Spence St 10-11:30 am

08/27/2026

Today is Cooking Class! 🥘🍴

Sign-up starts at 1pm at the drop-in desk (sign up right at 1pm to make sure you get a spot) and the program runs from 1:30–3:30pm. See you later!

08/25/2026

08/24/2026

Acorn Family Place will be set up at Resource Assistance for Youth (RaY)'s Annual Summer BBQ! Come say hi this Friday, August 28th from 1 to 4pm at 125 Sherbrook Street.

08/20/2026

Join our Money Management Workshop Series and learn practical tips on budgeting, credit, debt & more!

📅 Thursdays, September 10th - October 29th
🕜 1:30 to 3:30pm
👶 Childcare (ages 0-6), snacks, and bus tickets provided.

To register, contact Deja at 204-979-2833 or email [email protected].

08/19/2026

Save the date!

Acorn Family Place's Annual General Meeting is Tuesday, September 22nd at 5:30pm in Crossways in Common (222 Furby St.)

Everyone is welcome. Stay informed and get involved! We hope to see you there.