“Movember” approaches mental health through a male lens, with a focus on prevention, early intervention and health promotion.
The movement encourages men to take action to protect their mental well-being while fostering support from those around them. By breaking down stigma and opening up conversations, Movember is working toward a future where men everywhere feel empowered to stay mentally well and supported.
Help Change the Face of Men’s Mental Health by visiting: Movember
is National Child Day – this year’s theme, #OurRightsOurFuture, highlights that every child in Canada deserves to grow up safe, supported and empowered to reach their full potential.
Children and youth are not just tomorrow’s leaders, they are today’s innovators, changemakers, and voices of courage. When young people are empowered, they create a brighter, more inclusive Canada for us all.
This National Child Day, we are recognizing the unique rights of First Nations, Métis and Inuit children – honouring the past, acknowledging the present, and igniting hope for the future. Visit National Child Day for more information.
Need life advice from the voice of experience?
Help is just a phone call away: 204-788-8060 Misericordia Place personal care residents are often asked to share their wisdom with younger generations.
Today they are making it easy to share their knowledge with everyone: they’re launching a hotline!
Simply call 204-788-8060 and choose the option you need the most. Advice on dating and falling in love? We’ve got you covered. How to best follow your dreams? We can help with that. And so much more!
November 8
Indigenous Veterans’ Day
Indigenous Veterans’ Day, observed on November 8, recognizes the courage and contributions of Indigenous volunteers who served in Canada’s war efforts. Despite their dedication, many faced discriminations during and after their service. This day honours their sacrifices while also acknowledging the mistreatment they endured, ensuring their stories are remembered and respected.
Learn more about Indigenous volunteers who participated in Canada’s war effort and how they faced mistreatment during and post their service life! In honour of Remembrance Day observed on November 11 and Veterans’ Week, let’s pause to remember and learn more about the history of Canada’s Veterans and the challenges many continue to face, including PTSD. Their service and sacrifice remind us of the importance of supporting the brave individuals who have defended our freedoms. Learn more at Veterans Affairs Canada.
The Healthy Living team is pleased to offer a grant focused on ‘Creating Connections in Our Community’ in Southern Health-Santé Sud Communities. This grant aims to build supportive spaces, help communities identify and leverage their unique strengths, address systemic barriers to connection, promote a culture of inclusion, and engage equity-denied and strategically excluded populations. When people feel connected to their community, they are more likely to engage with others, feel comfortable and safe in public spaces, volunteer, and take pride in their community.
“Promoting awareness of the importance of social connection is essential because these connections are foundational to maintaining physical and mental health, resilience, and overall wellbeing… While individual actions play a critical role in enhancing social connection, the broader community context significantly influences our ability to form and maintain meaningful relationships. Communities provide the social environments in which individuals live, work, and interact, and these environments can either facilitate or hinder social connection.” (Community Guidelines for Social Connection, 2025).
Keep in mind there are groups and individuals that may not always feel like they belong. People in every community can experience barriers to accessibility and inclusion. These barriers can create unique vulnerabilities to loneliness, isolation, and disconnection. Communities can work together to:
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April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027
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Application Deadline
Grant Reviews
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Monitoring Form (Final Report) Due
This grant is part of Healthy Together Now.
Access the funding guidelines.
Prior to applying, please reach out to your local Healthy Living Facilitator to discuss your application.
– an opportunity to promote awareness of the services and resources available to individuals in need of support – or medical attention – due to an experience involving intimate partner violence.
Agencies across Canada are working to increase knowledge of this form of violence and the resources available to individuals who experience it.
Visit Shared Health for more information on services and resources available.
National Addictions Awareness Week (NAAW) is November 16–22, 2025.
NAAW highlights solutions that help address the harms related to the use of alcohol and other drugs. It provides an opportunity for people in Canada to learn more about prevention and harm reduction, talk about treatment and recovery, and discuss solutions for change.
Click here for more information
A community-investment commitment that gives back to the places Co-op calls home. We are working to brighten up our communities by donating CO-OP® Imagine Paint to the projects and initiatives that matter most to you.
For more details about the program, see the program overview or stop by your local Co-op Home Centre.”
Link to the application form: Communities in Full Colour Application | Co-op Home
As we head into fall and winter, influenza (flu), COVID-19, and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) will be circulating in our communities. Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent severe illness, hospitalizations, and the spread of these viruses. Everyone six months of age and older is encouraged to receive their annual flu shot and the updated COVID-19 vaccine. Those 65 years of age and older are eligible for an enhanced flu vaccine that provides more protection than the standard dose flu vaccine, and should also ask if they are eligible for the pneumococcal vaccine to protect against pneumococcal pneumonia.
New this year, RSV immunization is available for more people at higher risk. All infants born between October 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026 are eligible for a dose of nirsevimab, an antibody that helps protect against severe RSV illness. In addition, certain adults aged 60 and over — including those living in or moving into personal care homes — are eligible for the RSV vaccine. RSV can be especially dangerous for newborns, older adults, and people with certain underlying health conditions.
Vaccines are safe, effective, and available across Manitoba. To find a nearby clinic or pharmacy, visit the Vaccine Finder or contact your local public health office. Information about vaccine clinics in the Southern Health-Santé Sud region can be found here.
By getting vaccinated and practicing healthy habits like handwashing and staying home when sick, you can help protect yourself, your family, and your community this season.
Following news that the Canadian Union of Postal Workers has issued a national strike effective immediately, Manitoba’s health system stands prepared for this service disruption.
As a result of the strike, all staff and clinics have ceased use of Canada Post until further notice. This includes the distribution of patient supplies, notably for clients in the Manitoba Ostomy and Manitoba Home Nutrition Program, patient appointment letters and pre-appointment information.
Patients with upcoming appointments will instead be contacted by phone and / or email and provided with information in advance of their appointments.
Patients with upcoming clinic appointments at Health Sciences Centre in Winnipeg may receive their appointment confirmation by text message. The text messages, which will originate from a Manitoba 431 phone number, will not include patient information and will only identify the facility, date and time of the scheduled appointment. Messages will include the clinic phone number in the event patients wish to confirm their appointment by phone.
Patients will never be asked to disclose financial information over the phone or via email. Do not engage with anyone who says they require financial information before a health appointment. If patients have questions about the legitimacy of a call, they are encouraged to contact their clinic or care provider directly.
Information packages, facility maps and other important information that is generally sent by mail to patients and clients will be located on regional and / or facility websites for easy patient access.
If you experience a change in condition, need to change or cancel your appointment, or have questions about an upcoming visit, please contact your clinic or primary care provider.
We anticipate clinics will be experiencing a higher-than-normal volume of calls and appreciate your patience during this time.
For more information about health system operations during a Canada Post labour disruption, please visit: Canada Post Service Disruption Information – Shared Health. We also encourage the public to follow Shared Health’s social media channels for program-specific updates and information.