Rossbrook House

#FBF 1999. On March 26 & 27, a few girls from @Rossbrook performed on stage at the old Winnipeg Arena with Shania Twain! They sang back-up & were picked up in a white limousine, adding elegance to this exciting opportunity. #Rossbrookis50 #memories

#TBT Each November, @Rossbrook hosts an Open House, where guests have an opportunity to chat with students enrolled at Rossbrook House schools and celebrate graduates receiving post-secondary scholarships. This year’s event is scheduled for today! #openhouse

You’re invited to the annual Open House and Scholarship Celebration, Thursday, November 5, 11am. Scholarship Celebration begins at 1pm. Meet the students of the three off-campus school programs who will be selling crafts and other items for their schools. #openhouse

A big group went to the corn maze in St Adolphe. It was fun to not only go through the maze but there were lots of farm animals to see. A wonderful fall-time outing for all ages! #outing #fall #cornmaze #programs

Drop-in activities at Rossbrook House include playing pool. Two tables are available to children and youth. From casual games to tournaments, all ages can enjoy playing pool. Recently the youth had a pool tournament. #pool #Rossbrookis50

Thank you to students from Christian Calvin Collegiate for volunteering at Rossbrook House. They played games with the participants and looked after the children of the Young Parent’s #programs while the parents were making learning boards. #volunteers

#TBT Halloween is a favourite time of year for children & youth. At @Rossbrook the #Halloween dance has been a tradition for decades & includes fun games & great music. We’re looking back at 50 years of costumes and loads of fun! #halloween #Rossbrookis50

The Intermediate (ages 12-17) Leadership participants went to Siloam Mission where they plated 544 meals! Amazing work by all. To learn more about the Leadership program: rossbrookhouse.ca/programmin… #programs #volunteers #leadership

You’re invited to the annual Open House & Scholarship Celebration, Thursday, November 5, 11am. Meet the students of the three off-campus school programs who will be selling crafts and other items for their schools. Scholarship Celebration begins at 1pm. #events

Rossbrook House is currently hiring a Youth Worker/Driver. Please see all details here: rossbrookhouse.ca/hiring-a-d… #jobs #winnipeg

The Young Mothers & Young Fathers participants went on an outing to The Forks. They had ice cream & mini doughnuts & checked out the claw games at Biu Biu Zone. The young parents’ groups meet once a week. Their children are looked after on-site at @Rossbrook #programs

#FBF ‘The Scene’ was a publication created by the staff filled with insights, information & photos. Thank you to the many who contributed to this newsletter over the years. Your dedication to @Rossbrook & sharing its stories are appreciated! #Rossbrookis50 #memories

We have expanded opportunities for participants to reconnect with culture in meaningful & hands-on ways. We remind them that their identity is a strength, their voice matters & their culture has survived because of resilience, love & community. #TBT #culture #Rossbrookis50

You’re invited to the annual Open House Thursday, November 5, 11am. Meet the students of the three off-campus school programs who will be selling crafts and other items for their schools. Scholarship Celebration begins at 1pm. #events

Rossbrook House is open every day for ages 6 to 24. Children & youth can drop in and always find someone to play a game of cards with or pool. There is also daily scheduled activities & weekly outings. #programs #dropin

The Learning Always program runs twice a week at @Rossbrook It includes help with spelling , math & special activities like learning how to bead with a loom. The participants also receive reading assistance from #volunteers. #programs #beading

#FBF Since Sr Geraldine MacNamara’s death in 1984, she has received many posthumous awards, including: 1985- Sister MacNamara Park 1986- MacNamara Hall at the University of Winnipeg 1997- Inducted into the Citizens Hall of Fame at Assiniboia Park. #Rossbrookis50 #memories

#TBT When Sister Gerry received the Order of Canada on Oct 13, 1983, she shared these words with the nation: ‘no child who does not want to be alone, should ever have to be’. Her words have guided all involved with @Rossbrook ever since. youtu.be/g5t3qISTtA0

The Intermediates (ages 12-17) Leadership program includes Cooking in the Kitchen. They recently made taco in a bag. The results were delicious! #programs #cooking

Do you have your ticket for the 2026 Fall Gathering luncheon in support of Rossbrook House children and youth? Friday, October 23, 2026 Tickets: $85/single ticket. rossbrookhouse.ca/fall-gathe… #luncheon #fallgathering