CTV News has learned the Province of Manitoba will be working with the CEO of Osborne house to review the shelter program in order to prevent cutting back services.
Barbara Judt, the CEO of Osborne House, met with provincial officials Monday to discuss the ramifications of a financial shortfall.
"I'm delighted that the province is working in collaboration with us," said Judt. "This is really good news for the shelter and our clients."
Osborne House has seen a 75 per cent dip in donations in the last few years. Judt said the women's shelter would have to cut back services if it couldn't come up with additional funds.
Earlier this month an appeal to the city for additional funding was denied.
Others have already stepped in to try and help the financially troubled women's shelter. A fundraiser is slated for Friday May 4 at 5:30 p.m. at Area Night Club. Tickets are $20 and will be donated to Osborne House. The event will also host a silent auction and 50/50 draw to raise money for the women's shelter.
Dave Gaudreau, the MLA for St. Norbert, has planned the event in memory of Shannon Scromeda, who was killed in April 2008 as a result of domestic violence. Gaudreau said it's imperative the shelter gets more funding, as its services empower women who are victims of domestic abuse.
