Woodshop

The Woodshop is a low-barrier opportunity for individuals impacted by incarceration to connect with skilled volunteers in a hands-on, empowering environment. 

The goal is simple but profound: to create a place where people can learn, grow, and work together while developing practical skills in woodworking, mechanical repair, and general labour. 

Items built or restored in the shop will be sold to the public, contributing to the program's sustainability and the sense of purpose and accomplishment for those involved.

We follow a mentoring model where teaching, encouragement, and community naturally emerge through shared work.

Three smiling men standing in a warehouse or workshop with shelving and equipment behind them.

“We believe this space will become a hub of hope, healing, and hands-on learning—a place where people from all walks of life come together to build not only useful things, but also confidence, dignity, and trust.”

— Arnie Melissen, M2W2 Board Chair

Wood working tools rack

Items & Tools for the Woodshop

For our woodshop to run smoothly, we need donations or funds to purchase certain items.

Here’s a list of items still needed.

Man sanding wood with a tool

Volunteers

Do you have skills in the areas of woodworking, mechanical repair or general labour? We’d love your help.

Sign up to volunteer today!

Man sanding a wooden piece of furniture

Contracts or Projects to Fulfill

We are currently seeking out projects or contracts we can fulfill in our woodshop. If you have projects for us, let us know.

Tell us about your project.

At M2W2, we believe that loving our neighbor means standing with those society often overlooks—including people who’ve been incarcerated. ⠀ Everyone deserves a second chance, because that’s what Christ gave each of us. ⠀ Our new woo