Mediation Services

Have you ever been served a feedback sandwich? All anyone remembers is the filling. Our Effective Feedback webinar is now on demand. Learn to have hard conversations well, at your own pace: mediationserviceswpg.ca/anno…

Nobody decides to continue a cycle of conflict. It continues because no one finds a way to stop it. New on the blog: how unresolved harm travels forward, and the small moments that interrupt it: mediationserviceswpg.ca/the-…

Hi folks! We're recruiting volunteers for our Surrogate-Victim Offender Mediation program. No lived experience with crime required - just empathy, good communication, and a commitment to restorative justice. Training Oct 26–28, 9–4. Apply by Oct 9: mediationserviceswpg.ca/down…

Awareness without solidarity is isolation. Solidarity without action is sentiment. Action without awareness risks doing harm in the name of good. Compassion needs all three. New on the blog: John Paul Lederach what peacemaking looks like from the inside: mediationserviceswpg.ca/peac…

We don't have to wait for the big systems to change before we begin. Peacemaking starts where people can still reach each other, and that's closer than we think: mediationserviceswpg.ca/peac…

Our 2026–2027 in-person training lineup just launched! We’re offering a full lineup of training in leadership, mediation skills, and conflict resolution. Secure your spot today - visit our online calendar to see what’s new: mediationserviceswpg.ca/anno…

You’re invited! 🎉 Join Mediation Services for our 2026 Annual General Meeting on June 24th at 5 PM. Connect with others passionate about conflict resolution, hear our updates, & help shape the future of our community. Everyone is welcome 👉 RSVP today: mediationserviceswpg.ca/invi…

Dehumanization doesn't start with hate - it starts with “we” and “they." Learn how everyday language quietly erodes empathy and community, and how to find your way back: mediationserviceswpg.ca/dehu…

We’ve extended the deadline for Board of Directors nominations! Passionate about community and conflict resolution? We want to hear from you. Help guide the future of Mediation Services Winnipeg and apply today: mediationserviceswpg.ca/get-…

When someone crosses a line, what’s your move - engage or go silent? Learn when it’s wiser to speak up, or when it might be better to forgive and move on: mediationserviceswpg.ca/disr…

Did you know that Mediation Services is governed by a Board of Directors? This team consists of volunteers from many sectors of the community who are responsible for our strategic direction, property, & funds. Our annual call for nominations is now open: mediationserviceswpg.ca/boar…

When emotions rise, clarity matters most. “Clear is kind” isn’t about being harsh, it’s about being honest with care. Here’s how clarity strengthens trust at work, home, and everywhere in between: mediationserviceswpg.ca/clar…

Great mediators never stop learning. You've got the foundation, now it's time to build. Join experienced mediators this spring for hands-on practice, peer learning, & advanced intervention skills (in-person in Winnipeg). Limited spots available. Details: mediationserviceswpg.ca/buil…

Ever look forward to your coffee all morning, then barely notice it when you're drinking it? We spend so much time thinking about what's next that we often miss what's right in front of us. Here's why that happens, and what you can do about it: mediationserviceswpg.ca/pres…

Stuck spinning through worst-case scenarios? Small actions help break the loop. Send the email. Write down one concern. Take one step. You don't need to see the whole path - just the next step: mediationserviceswpg.ca/tami…

New year, same you - and that's okay! Real change isn't about transformation, it's about realistic goals & accountability. Apply the SMART framework to your 2025 goals and actually keep them this time: mediationserviceswpg.ca/sett…

That one relative who wants to debate politics at dinner and spark indigestion? We've got you covered. 10 tips to survive holiday gatherings without losing your cool (or your appetite): mediationserviceswpg.ca/holi…

Mediation Services will be closed for the holidays Dec 22-Jan 2. The office and our inboxes will reopen on Monday, January 5th at 8:30 AM. In the meantime, access our online resources like webinars and the deep catalog of content on our blog: mediationserviceswpg.ca/plea…

Cynicism is what happens when pain becomes a prediction. We've been hurt before, so we assume we will be again. Learn how to distinguish cynicism from healthy boundaries - and how to work with both to connect, collaborate, and even self-actualize: mediationserviceswpg.ca/cyni…

Communities aren’t built with grand gestures - they’re woven together with small, consistent actions. The neighbour who waves. The friend who checks in. The person who shows up. Read more as we unpack how consistency builds community: mediationserviceswpg.ca/show…