Our Stories

A belated but heartfelt thank you to the Christmas Cheer Board of Winnipeg for the generous holiday gifts for newcomer families in our community.

These gifts went directly to families building new lives here and navigating their first winters, first holidays, and first sense of home in Winnipeg. Support like this matters. It reminds people they’re welcomed, seen, and supported.

Thank you for the care and heart you bring to your work, and for helping make the season warmer for newcomer families.

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We are hiring.

This role focuses on building trust, sharing meaningful stories, and growing long-term partnerships that support safe housing, community, and opportunity.

IRCOM is looking for a Donor Stewardship and Fundraising Lead to help strengthen the relationships that sustain our work with newcomer families in Winnipeg.

This role focuses on building trust, sharing meaningful stories, and growing long term partnerships that support safe housing, community, and opportunity.

If you are an experienced fundraising professional who believes in equity, collaboration, and community impact, we would love to hear from you.

Please email your cover letter and résumé to hr@ircom.ca.

IRCOM values diversity and encourages applicants from underrepresented groups. Accommodations are available upon request.

We appreciate the Winnipeg Free Press for highlighting the real experience of starting over in a new place. At IRCOM, we see it every day, kids discovering snow, parents learning new systems, and a community coming together to make the transition feel possible. Thank you for sharing these voices.

Read the full Winnipeg Free Press story here: https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/arts-and-life/2026/01/02/snowballs-and-warm-welcomes

As winter settles in, we’re reminded how powerful community can be. Every day at IRCOM, volunteers, students, children, and families come together to learn, connect, and build new beginnings. Your support is what makes these moments possible.

A holiday gift helps newcomer families find stability, learn English, access vital programs, and feel a sense of belonging during a season that can feel especially heavy when you’re far from home.

If you’re able, consider supporting IRCOM this season. Scan the QR or donate at ircom.ca/donate. Your gift brings warmth, hope, and opportunity to newcomer families.

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