Our Mission:
Rooted in God’s radical love, expressed through compassion and action, the Regina Anti-Poverty Ministry advocates and educates with and for those seeking social and economic justice.
Your generosity makes it possible for individuals to access resources to meet their basic needs.
Whether it is a one-time donation or recurring donation, every dollar goes directly to our mission helping people who have slipped into poverty with the challenges they face.
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Latest News:
After a two year process of education, reflection and action The Regina Anti-Poverty Ministry has been approved and today voted unanimously to become an Affirming Ministry.
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Congratulations!!
Congratulations! Wonderful new! 🌈🌈😍
This is amazing! Congratulations on this awesome announcement 👏 🙌
For many seniors in Regina, cooking isn’t easy. Mobility challenges, fixed incomes, and limited transportation make getting nutritious meals a daily struggle.
That’s why REACH offers ready-to-heat frozen meals that are healthy, affordable, and delivered right to the door. In 2024, we delivered 11,321 meals to seniors and others who rely on this support.
These meals help take one daily stress off the plate.
If you can, please help us keep this program strong.
Your support helps more seniors eat well, stay independent, and remain in their own homes.
👉 Support seniors here: www.reachinregina.ca/get-involved/donate
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“If you're in Regina (especially North Central) and facing food insecurity, there are several community spots offering free or low-cost meals, snacks, breakfasts, and groceries.
This list is based on a community resource guide from the mâmawêyatitân centre area, which highlights local supports like drop-ins, churches, and outreach programs.
Important note: This info comes from an older printed guide, and hours/services can change (especially around holidays).
Always call ahead to confirm, or check updated resources like 211 Saskatchewan (dial 211 or sk.211.ca), the Regina Food Bank (306-791-6533), or the Regina Police Community Resources page for the latest details. No one should go hungry—reach out if you need help!
**Morning Toast/Coffee & Breakfast:**
- All Nations Hope Network: 2735 5th Ave, 924-8424 – Mon-Fri, 9 am
- Indigenous Christian Fellowship: 3131 Dewdney Ave, 359-1096 – Tues, Wed & Fri, 10 am; Free Breakfast Sat, 10-11 am
- Newo Yotina Friendship Centre: 1635 11th Ave, 525-5042 – Mon-Fri, 9 am
**Free Lunches:**
- All Nations Hope Network: 2735 5th Ave, 924-8424 – Mon-Fri, 1 pm
- Carmichael Outreach: 1510 12th Ave, 757-2235 – Mon-Fri, 12:30 pm
- Chili for Children (mâmawêyatitân centre): 3355 6th Ave, 359-7919 – Thursdays, noon-1 pm
- Circle Project: 3435 5th Ave, 347-7515 – Mon-Fri, 11 am-1 pm (earlier OK for kids)
- Heritage Community Association: 1770 Halifax St, 757-9952 – Sundays, 12-3 pm
- Indigenous Christian Fellowship: 3131 Dewdney Ave, 359-1096 – Wednesdays, noon
**Free Supper:**
- Newo Yotina Friendship Centre: 1635 11th Ave, 525-5042 – Mon-Fri, 3:30 pm
- Souls Harbour Rescue Mission: 1632 Angus St, 543-0011 – Mon-Fri, 4-6 pm
- Rainbow Youth Centre: 977 McTavish Street, 757-9743 – Tuesdays
**Emergency Shelter Meals (16-18 year-olds only):**
- Tuhk Sih Nowin Youth Emergency Shelter: 1314 11th Ave – 24/7 for bag lunch
**Free/Low-Cost Snacks & Groceries:**
- Guru Nanak Free Kitchen: Dewdney and Angus St, 639-571-0900 – Free groceries Sun, 12:30-3 pm
- Carmichael Outreach: 1510 12th Ave, 757-2235 – Snacks in AM and PM (not during lunch), Mon-Fri
- Food 4 Life Store, All Ritchie Heritage Community Health Centre: 1550 14th Ave, 766-6320 – Inexpensive groceries, Mon-Fri, see Facebook for hours/menu/prices
- Mosaic Pantry, All Ritchie Community Association: 2250 Lindsay St, 352-3390 – Free food, Mon-Fri, 10 am-2 pm
- Regina Food Bank: 425 Winnipeg Street, 791-6533
- Salvation Army – Haven of Hope: 2240 13th Ave, 757-4600
**Free Bread:**
- All Ritchie Heritage Community Health Centre: 1550 14th Ave, 766-6320 – Tues/Thurs after 9 am
- APSS: 1325 Albert St, Regina, 924-8420 – Tues/Thurs (lunches when available depending on funding)
- Chili for Children (mâmawêyatitân centre): 3355 6th Ave, 359-7919 – Mon-Fri, 12:30 pm
**Community Fridges – Take What You Need:**
- 3037 Dewdney Avenue
- 1510 12th Avenue
Hours and services may change—call ahead! If no food at home, contact Social Assistance support or Mobile Crisis: 306-757-0127 (after hours). 💙
#ReginaCommunity #FoodSupport #NoOneGoesHungry
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Statement from Child Care Now on renewed Saskatchewan child care agreement and what it means for building a high quality universally accessible system of child care. Read it here: childcarenow.ca/2025/12/09/renewed-saskatchewan-child-care-agreement-paves-way-for-accelerated-ex...
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“Community organizers are advocating for more social housing as more than a dozen units are set to be demolished in North Central Regina.
Numerous people gathered in front of the Wascana Street Complex on Thursday, sharing their concerns about 400 social housing units being vacant in the city.
“I’m fortunate enough to have a home and everything, but a lot of my cousins, a lot of my family, a lot of the people living on the street that are my relatives, they don’t have that,” Joseph Klyne, a mentor for the non-profit organization Growing Young Movers, said tearfully.
Located between Wascana Street and 5th Avenue, the complex consists of 24 units and is managed by the Regina Housing Authority – a social housing program.
The Government of Saskatchewan said a portion of the building was torn down in 2024 after fire damage. Following an inspection, the remaining 15 units were deemed unsafe and has now been slated for demolition.
“We will explore options to revitalize the site to better serve housing needs in the community,” read a statement by the Ministry of Social Services.
Mandla Mthembu, one of the various community organizers, said the provincial government should be providing more social housing options that is currently available.
“We need a commitment from the government to repair, to upkeep, to maintain social housing units so that it’s always available for those need,” Mthembu said.
Advocates are calling for government support as a social housing complex sits empty in North Central Regina. (Sierra D'Souza Butts / CTV News)
“In the past, we’ve had federal and provincial acts that built a certain of social housing that made it adequate, had social housing that was kind of on the rate of the population here in the province. We don’t have that commitment.”
With the weather becoming colder, Peter Gilmer, an advocate from the Regina Anti-Poverty Ministry, said it is dangerous for those who are unhoused.
“All levels of government should make this a priority. However, the provincial government in particular right now has an obligation,” he said.
“Saskatchewan Housing [Corporation] units fall under Saskatchewan government jurisdiction, and they need to be doing a better job to make sure that we’ve got the upkeep necessary to get people into these units as quickly as possible.”
The Saskatchewan Housing Corporation provides housing to low income families across the province.
In a statement to CTV News, the Ministry of Social Services said it has launched two initiatives focused on revitalizing Regina’s North Central Regina neighbourhood, which include a flat rent rate program and an affordable rent-to-own program.
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“The flat rent rate program provides greater flexibility to serve a wider range of households in need of affordable housing such as couples with extended family or other dependents, and grandparents with grandchildren who are dependents,” read the statement.
“In September 2024, the Government of Saskatchewan, City of Regina, and Silver Sage signed a Memorandum of Understanding for an affordable rent-to-own program. Saskatchewan Housing Corporation is transferring up to 10 provincially owned family units to Silver Sage to administer the program.”
In addition, the province said a total of $88 million from the 2025-26 budget will go towards ensuring provincially owned‑rent ready units are available across the province.
From that, $9.2 million in new funding is planned to repair and renovate 285 multi-year housing units, including 154 in Regina.
The remaining $1.5 million is planned to begin developing 165 housing units in Regina.”
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Hint: How to get of poverty -- better paying jobs, that actually are above $20 an hour. Better bus service in hard to reach areas, like industrial areas.
Did ANYONE tell the unhoused people or just left the doors unlocked and walked away? Or was this all a power play with no real goal of helping others, other than for profit?
If the people in poverty lived in the housing in North Central , why didnt they look after it better so it wouldn't get torn down Matthew Wesley has a whole Facebook page about how people in north central look after places. Instead of looking for the solalist playbook of begging and hand outs for free, why dont you teach them how to do shit like find a job and give them a skill other than beg for things and dont say you do cause you dont.
"We refuse to sit back another winter while our neighbours freeze and social housing units remain empty - we need housing! The Wascana Street Complex is one of over 5,000 units across the province and over 400 here in Regina. Join us from 12 - 1pm for a press conference to hear from core community members about the housing crisis. All folks who believe it is not ok for social homes to remain vacant are welcome! Free soup & hot chocolate 🥣
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Thank You!
The Regina Anti-poverty Ministry is thrilled to announce the receipt of $15,000 from the G. Murray and Edna Forbes Foundation at the South Saskatchewan Community Foundation. These funds support the ongoing work of the Anti-poverty Ministry advocating for and with people living in poverty, educating on social and economic justice issues, and providing direct assistance to those facing poverty.
Thank You!
The Regina Anti-poverty Ministry is thrilled to announce the receipt of $15 000 from the G. Murray and Edna Forbes Foundation at the South Saskatchewan Community Foundation. These funds support
the ongoing work of the Anti-poverty Ministry advocating for and with people living in poverty, educating on social and economic justice issues, and providing direct assistance to those facing poverty.