British Columbia
Stories of impact
Read stories that shine light on the people and partnerships behind MCC B.C.’s work at home and around the world.
Comforters keep refugee children, elderly people warm on cold Zambian nights
- Disaster response
Breaking the cycle
A safe space in the thrift shop
B.C. Programs
Reducing and alleviating poverty
In B.C., MCC's poverty reduction efforts encompass the Homelessness Prevention and Outreach Program, the New Foundations program in Victoria, and the Community Connections Program in Prince George.
Homelessness Prevention and Outreach Program
Through our Rent Bank, Circle of Friends, weekly meals and partnerships with local services, we provide support and cultivate a community of inclusion, walking alongside our neighbours experiencing homelessness on a journey toward wholeness.
840
people at risk of homelessness assisted with housing
1,200
meals served at weekly community barbecues
503
showers provided through MCC partner Refresh Mobile Shower Ministry
Pursuing restorative justice
MCC B.C.’s End Abuse program offers support groups and public engagement to reduce cases of abuse, providing hope and healing to survivors. Through Indigenous Neighbours, we walk alongside churches and Indigenous communities toward reconciliation.
End Abuse
Our End Abuse program acknowledges the profound impact of abuse, leading to loss, fear, isolation and despair. Through women's support groups, men's accountability groups and public engagement, we work toward restoration and reducing cases of abuse in our communities.
364
participants helped through End Abuse
120
individuals dealing with domestic violence received one-on-one support
35
facilitators trained to run End Abuse women's support groups
54
men attended accountability groups
Welcoming and supporting refugees
As newcomers arrive on our doorstep, they face incredible challenges. Through refugee sponsorship with MCC B.C., you can support these families, giving them the tools they need to thrive as they rebuild their lives.
325
refugees and their sponsorship groups received support
70
refugees arrived in B.C. thanks to MCC sponsoring groups
81
Ukrainians who had fled to B.C. received ongoing one-on-one support
9
trainings equipped B.C. sponsorship groups to care for uprooted people
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