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November 1 2026  In a few weeks, the world will mark again the World Day of the Poor. It is a day to step back and see from a world view the real situation of those in need in the world. As Vincentians, God has called us to care for the poor. As measuring tools we use hunger, homelessness, lack of clothing and essential goods. We also look at if use of food banks have gone down or have gone up...(read more) October 27, 2026  Since our first year in 2008, our SSVP Youth Conference, is in our 18 years of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul ministry. Serving those in need is every way possible with love, respect, justice, and joy..(see more) October 15, 2026  ONRC Directors and guests celebrate 180 Years of Compassion in Action by SSVP in Canada at the Gala event on September 18th. All proceeds will go to ONRC's support of Vincentian activity across the region...(see more) September 16, 2026  In August, I had the pleasure of visiting two of our Isolated Conferences: St. Patrick/St. Joseph Conference in Port Elgin (Saugeen Shores) and St. Patrick/St. Noel Chabanel Conference in Stayner (Wasaga)...(see more)  The World Day of the Poor, introduced by Pope Francis in 2017, is a gift to the Society as an opportunity to share our mission with those we serve and those who can assist with that service.
Once again our National team has prepared materials for the use of Vincentians across the country. All Ontario Vincentians are encouraged to take advantage of these materials in your planning for World Day of the Poor 2026 on the 33rd Day of Ordinary Time (November 15th).Click here to find the materials  Saturday December 5, 2026. 10:00 am to 12:00 pm EST. ONLINEThe SSVP ONRC Spirituality team invites you to spend a few hours reflecting on the Season of Advent. Advent is a time to prepare spiritually for celebrating the Nativity of Jesus, our Lord and Saviour. Click here for more details        May 9, 2025  As you know the mission of our Society of Saint Vincent de Paul encourages us as Vincentians to have personal contact with the poor and to help in all possible ways. During our countless home visits over the years, it was recognized that a number of those whom we visited had the talent and drive to escape the cycle of poverty by furthering their education. Consequently, in order to assist these individuals, back in 2012, the Ontario Regional Council Ozanam Education Fund (OEF) was created.(see: Ozanam Fund) |
