OUR HISTORY

75 YEARS

Since 1950, we’ve been dedicated to breaking down barriers and creating an inclusive and accessible Manitoba. This year, we proudly celebrate 75 years of our rich history and the people who have made it possible!

An old black and white photo. An elderly woman wearing pearls and a black dress is looking at a young girl in an old-fashioned wheelchair. The young girl is smiling back. Behind her another young girl stands with her hands on the back of the chair.
An old black and white photo of a young boy. He appears to be in a clinic and taking steps with the help of foot orthotics. Two women are seated across from him cheering him on.

Our Work Began in the 1950s

Originally established as the Society for Crippled Children, we quickly grew to support people of all ages at a time when few services existed for Manitobans with disabilities. Our story is deeply intertwined with the broader history of Manitoba, shaped by the advocacy, resilience, and voices of Manitobans with disabilities.

Commemorative Graphic for 75 Years

Manitoba Possible's 75th graphic: a rectangle with rounded edges. Inside is the number 75 in bright orange surrounded by colourful lines, dots in various thicknesses and sizes.

To celebrate 75 years, we worked with Winnipeg artist , Bramwell Enan, to create a piece that reflects the exciting milestone. The design began with listening to Manitoba Possible staff who shared highlights and milestones of their time with the organization. These moments of accomplishment guided design work towards an emblem celebrating collaboration, community, and joy.

Manitoba Possible 75 prioritizes legibility and accessibility across a range of scales while remaining warm, friendly and welcoming. Colourful circle motifs echo the emphasized circles in the “i” and period of “Possible.”, while rounded lines reference celebratory ribbons and banners, and capture a sense of inclusion through their “hugging” of the number 75.

Bramwell Enan is a visual artist and educator located in Treaty 1 Territory in  Winnipeg, Canada. Enan explores how sculpture, digital processes, and painting interact to embody the personal and the tacit through a process of translation and hazy inference. Enan holds a BFA (Hons.) from the University of Manitoba. They have exhibited in Canada and the United States and have received multiple scholarships and grants, most recently from the Canada Council for the Arts. View more work on their Instagram.

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Spotlight on the Team Behind 75 Years of Manitoba Possible
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Spotlight on the Team Behind 75 Years of Manitoba Possible
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As Manitoba Possible celebrates 75 years, we’re highlighting the diverse team who make it possible.

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Uncovering our Rich History
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Uncovering our Rich History
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The discovery of a time capsule offers a glimpse into Manitoba Possible's past and commitment to breaking down barriers.

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Share Your Story

Have you or someone you know been a client of Manitoba Possible? Send us an email and share how our services have impacted you. We’d love to share it with our community.

Celebrate Our Legacy. Help Shape the Future

For 75 years we’ve supported Manitobans by breaking barriers and creating possibilities. But our work is far from over.

Your gift today helps us continue this vital mission for the next generation.