Shoppers at the Steinbach MCC Thrift Shop may notice something new the next time they visit. The thrift shop has added a timberframe entrance on the east side of the building, giving the space a fresh look and a more welcoming feel. General Manager Dave Thiessen says the project is part of a bigger commitment to the future of the store and the community it serves. “In 2025, our Board of Directors went through a process of recommitting to our location. With that in mind, we have continued a process of maintaining and updating our building. We plan to be here a long time and also want to ensure our customers have a good experience, and an updated entrance was a part of that,” Thiessen explains. The new timber-frame entrance is designed to improve accessibility and enhance the shopping experience for customers, donors, and volunteers alike. Thiessen says those improvements matter because the thrift shop’s success helps support more than just the store itself. “We believe that a positive customer experience will translate into increased sales, donors, and volunteers, which is all a part of our ongoing goals of success,” he says. “And of course, the big picture is to ensure that we have dollars to allocate to our local charities and to the projects of MCC Manitoba.” Thiessen adds that none of it would be possible without the steady support of the community. “Every day we appreciate the support of our community so that we can, in turn, also support our community and our neighbours locally and globally.” The new timberframe entrance is now open, welcoming shoppers in with a look that reflects both durability and community spirit, something the Steinbach MCC Thrift Shop plans to carry forward for many years to come.