50th Birthday Luncheon Thank You
January 21, 2026
Thank you to all who celebrated with us!
The 50th Birthday Luncheon on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 was a sold...
Looking for gift ideas for Valentine’s Day? The Rossbrook House necklace makes a very special and meaningful gift!
Rossbrook House youth, Breanna, created the Rossbrook House necklace with Hilary Druxman. Proceeds from every purchase go towards programs for children and youth.
This sterling silver necklace is $40 and can be purchased online hilarydruxman.com/products/53n1-ross or at Hilary Druxman Design in Winnipeg. It can also be made into a lapel pin, by request.
More information: rossbrookhouse.ca/rossbrook-house-necklace/
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#TBT On January 20, 1999, the children of Rossbrook House cut the ribbon to officially open a 3,000-foot expansion of the building that includes a mini gym, meetings space and offices. Thanks to tireless volunteer fundraisers and generous donors, this was the first successful capital campaign for Rossbrook House, and would lead to others, including the addition of a commercial kitchen for daily nutritious meal prep and cooking classes. Such ambitious fundraising efforts planted the seeds for what would later grow into the Rossbrook House Foundation.
Today the mini gym is used for programming like Learning Always, Young Mothers’, and open gym activities. It seems like there is always someone bouncing a basketball in this space. Games, crafts and more happen weekly here. There are photos and handprints to remind us of who’s been here… and in 2018, a mural was painted on three walls. So much history and many memories!
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Rossbrook House participants had a great time cheering on the Manitoba Moose at the game on Sunday! Thank you to the generous donors who supply tickets for these fun outings.
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Who’s going to win this epic battle of tug o war?
Winter Games are on at Rossbrook House! ❄️
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The Annual Winter Games are on this week at Rossbrook House with a variety of indoor and outdoor competitions. Racing around the ice rink, arm wrestling, high kick, toboggan races and more! It's always a fun week for children and youth.
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The 2026 Radiothon, in support of Rossbrook House, is happening on Friday, February 13.
The ‘Show Your Heart’ Radiothon will be live on Corus radio stations. Listen to 680 CJOB from 9am to 5pm, with live hits on Country99 and Power97. You'll hear from past participants about how growing up at Rossbrook House has made a difference in their lives. You'll also learn about day-to-day programs and operations from Rossbrook House staff.
We’re thrilled to have this opportunity to highlight the many engaging activities and share heartwarming stories from participants while also raising much needed funds for programs and operations.
Our first-ever Radiothon in 2025 was a great way to spread the word about the importance of Rossbrook House in the community. 2026 is extra special as Rossbrook House is celebrating 50 years of being a safe place for children and youth.
We hope you will be listening as we share inspiring stories about finding connection, a first job, feeling accepted, feeling safe, and SO much more on Friday, February 13!
Call in on February 13: 204.949.4092 and our volunteers will be happy to take your donation over the phone! Or make a donation anytime online: rossbrookhouse.ca/radiothon-2026-donation/
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Toboggan Races during the Winter Games this week at Rossbrook House. Oh what fun…! ❄️
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Rossbrook House Foundation is planning the 2026 No Child Alone Dinner for April 30 to celebrate 50 years of Rossbrook House. This fundraising gala will be held at Alloway Hall, Manitoba Museum in Winnipeg. Tickets are $150.50 each and are available online: rossbrookhouse.ca/2026-nca-dinner-tickets/
There are many sponsorship opportunities plus corporate table purchases to show your support of the children and youth of Rossbrook House.
If you can’t be there in person, but would like to support, you can make a donation here: rossbrookhouse.ca/2026-no-child-alone-dinner-donation/
Please make plans to celebrate this amazing milestone with Rossbrook House staff, volunteers, children and youth on April 30, 2026!
Read more about the NCA Dinner here: rossbrookhouse.ca/2026-no-child-alone-dinner/
#nca2026
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The Rossbrook House kitchen provides delicious daily meals and yummy snacks and treats like cinnamon rolls.
Can you say ‘mmmm’!
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Last Tuesday Rossbrook House was filled with excitement and balloons as the staff, children and youth celebrated the 50th birthday of Rossbrook House. There was a special meal, of course birthday cake (as we do every year with the participants) and then they went outside to play with sparklers. The cold weather is no match for these children! Their enthusiasm is infectious!
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Thank you to the almost 80 guests who helped Rossbrook House celebrate it’s 50th birthday on January 20. From its humble and unexpected beginnings, since January 1976, Rossbrook House has provided a safe place for children and youth to belong, play, learn and become…
Many present and former board members, past participants and supporters were in attendance to share a meal together while also laughing (and getting teary eyed) as we reminisced with Sister Lesley Sacouman and Phil Chiappetta.
Former Executive Director, Phil, spoke about the early days and how ‘play’ is so important in what we do. He shared a story about the young guys who created the RFL, Rossbrook Football League and that they shared the cup with Sister Mac as she watched from her window on Ross Avenue, when she was already quite ill.
Sister Lesley received a standing ovation after she left the stage- having shared from her heart what those early days meant to her, the other Sisters and the children and youth. She said that Sister Gerry knew every participant’s name and their birthdays. She was really one of a kind!
Rossbrook House Foundation Chair, Larry McIntosh, wrapped things up with a thank you to all.
Thank you to Rising Sun and music student Austin for playing guitar and piano during the reception. His beautiful music was a wonderful way to begin the event!
The luncheon was a beautiful way to celebrate the last 50 years with so many stories and supportive community. We look forward to celebrating with a community barbecue in the summer. Watch for those details.
The event was a success, and the main hall was transformed thanks to Rossbrook House staff and Tricia Bachewich Events and Urban Prairie Cuisine. Pinnacle Event Rentals and Collective Event Rentals provided chairs and décor as well.
#rossbrookis50
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Youth from Rossbrook House attended the Murray Sinclair Memorial Round Dance in honour of the late Senator on Friday. The event was hosted by the sākihiwē festival to bring the community together to honour his legacy.
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Rossbrook House is open 24 hours all weekend. Children and youth, ages 6 to 24, can drop in to find their friends, a meal, activities and a safe, warm place to be.
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Programs at Rossbrook House include creative outlets like painting, beading, and cooking. Children and youth can drop in after school- and anytime on weekends- for programs, activities, meals, and safe rides home.
See how you can support Rossbrook House programs and operations here: rossbrookhouse.ca/
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Delicious meals continue to be offered to the children and youth who drop in to Rossbrook House. The Rossbrook House kitchen whips up yummy meals 7 days a week- and the after-school 'snack' is a filling plate or bowl for hungry participants!
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