Impact
Stories
Bibi
“SEED provided the guidance I needed to turn my aspirations into reality.”
Her first year in Manitoba was marked by a survival job as she navigated the challenges of settling into a new environment. Bibi’s path to SEED began when she enrolled in Recognition Counts. She then seized the opportunity to participate in the Immigrant Business & Enterprise Support & Training (BEST) program, which proved to be […]
Everleigh
“I have learned so much from SEED. Now that I have these skills, I can teach them to others, especially those in situations similar to mine.”
Everleigh’s journey with SEED began when she discovered a summer job opportunity as a Junior Facilitator for the Money Stories program.
Liam
“The second year was more personal growth. I was scared to branch out the first summer. Now I’m able to speak more, and I’m more comfortable to speak in public.”
At first, Liam didn’t think he’d be interested in the money management component, but he soon built a relationship with the facilitator and began enjoying the classes.
Measures
SEED and program partners served over 11,000 participants in 2023.
Community members accessed over $48 million in income tax refunds and income benefits in 2023.