Life At IRCOM

Jan 26

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We had a wonderful visit from Amanda, the owner of Oh Doughnuts. She donated several days` proceeds to IRCOM and brought beautiful treats for our community. We’re so grateful for her support.

She shared that recent events in Minneapolis deeply moved her, and it prompted her to think about how these moments affect communities and families. As a gesture of support and awareness, she created a set of special donuts with messages centered on kindness and compassion.

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/winnipeg-minnesota-ice-crackdowns-support-9.7058885

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Jan 23

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From conversations to celebrations, our Annual Tenant Holiday Party reminded us why community matters. So thankful for the people who make IRCOM a community of belonging.

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Jan 18

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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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Jan 16

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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. ...

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Jan 8

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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 ...

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Jan 1

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Happy New Year from all of us at IRCOM.

As we step into the year ahead, we remain committed to building a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive community where everyone belongs. Wishing you health, hope, and new beginnings in the year ahead.

#HappyNewYear #IRCOMCommunity #CommunityFirst #EveryoneBelongs #NewBeginnings #InclusiveCommunity #togetherwethrive

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Dec 25

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To our tenants, families, colleagues, and friends at IRCOM, who celebrate, Merry Christmas. May your day be filled with warmth, connection, and moments that matter. As we move into 2025, we remain grateful for the diversity and shared values that make our community strong.

#MerryChristmas #IRCOMCommunity #CommunityFirst #TogetherIn2025 #inclusivecommunities

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Dec 23

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Our offices will be closed for the holidays from December 24 to January 1.

This time allows our team to rest, recharge, and spend time with loved ones. We’ll be back on January 2 and look forward to continuing our work alongside the community in the new year.

Wishing you a warm, safe, and peaceful holiday season from all of us at IRCOM.

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Dec 22

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Our Literacy English class explored winter clothing through hands-on learning. As part of IRCOM’s Newcomer Literacy Initiative program, adult learners connected new words to everyday life by working with real winter gear in the classroom. Funded by the Government of Canada, the program creates welcoming spaces where newcomers can build confidence, language skills, and a sense of belonging.

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Dec 15

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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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Dec 14

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The room was full of laughter, friendly teasing, surprise gifts, and those small moments that remind us why this team feels like a community. Our staff came together before the holidays to share food, stories, and a whole lot of joy.

Here’s to the people who make IRCOM such a welcoming place every single day.

#IRCOM #CommunityMatters #HolidaySeason #TogetherWeThrive

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Dec 11

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Women’s Group Mental Health Program brings women together to learn, reflect, and support one another. Grounded in community strength, the program creates a welcoming space to talk about mental health challenges, share lived experiences, and explore practices that help women care for themselves and each other.

This work is made possible through the generous support of Bell Let’s Talk, whose commitment helps us build spaces where newcomer women feel seen, heard, and supported.

@bell_letstalk

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Dec 9

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We’re grateful for the generous support of TELUS, which is helping our Youth Program offer learning opportunities, recreational activities, and mental health supports for refugee youth.

This partnership strengthens our work of creating welcoming spaces where young newcomers can grow, feel supported, and find their place in their new community.

Together, we’re helping build a #FriendlyFuture.

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Dec 1

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Building confidence around money can change how families settle and thrive. Our partnership with IG Wealth Management is helping newcomers strengthen their budgeting, saving, and long-term planning skills, leading to real improvements in their financial well-being.

Read more in the link in the bio.

#FinancialConfidence #IRCOM #NewCanadians #CommunitySupport

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Nov 25

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Our leadership team spent the day away from the office at the University of Winnipeg, digging into the policies that shape how we work. Taking this time helps us align our decisions with our mission and keep our vision front and centre.

#LeadershipDevelopment #TeamWork #CommunityImpact #PolicyInAction #MissionDriven #VisionFocused #UWinnipeg #IRCOM

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Nov 22

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Every home holds a story. For anyone building a new life, that story often begins with a place to call home. At IRCOM, housing is more than four walls. It’s where belonging takes root and community comes alive.

When a family moves into an IRCOM apartment, they’re not just handed keys. They’re welcomed into a space that supports growth and connection, helping parents find jobs, guiding children through school, and offering programs that build confidence and independence.

We empower newcomer families as they settle and integrate into Canadian life. Stable, affordable housing is the foundation for success. From that foundation grows confidence, opportunity, and community.

IRCOM works toward a Manitoba where every newcomer feels at home, valued, and included. Guided by respect, diversity, empowerment, and collaboration, we continue to build spaces where belonging is lived every day through shared meals, laughter in hallways, and friendships that cross cultures.

Today, on National Housing Day, we celebrate housing as a human right and a cornerstone of belonging. Because when people have a safe home, they have the power to build their future.

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Nov 21

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In September, we came together for Meet the Neighbours, a vibrant gathering held in partnership with amazing partners in the Centennial neighbourhood, especially our good friends at Rossbrook House, stories were shared, cultures connected, and bridges were built between newcomers and Indigenous communities. Thanks to the support of Canadian Heritage, this event sparked meaningful connections across cultures.🌿🤝” #CanadianHeritage @alexjayhamm @rbhwpg @cdn.heritage ...

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Nov 19

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Did you see the joy on their faces? Our newcomer kids dressed up and headed out for trick and treating with so much excitement.

Thank you to every staff member and volunteer who helped them get ready and made the day feel special. What this really means is that together we’re creating moments that help families feel connected, confident, and welcomed in their new community.

Grateful for everyone who made Halloween a little brighter for our newcomer families.

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