The Manitoba government is implementing a new funding approach as part of its plan to reform the child welfare system and provide stronger supports to children and families, Families Minister Heather Stefanson announced Monday. “Block…
It is crucial to offer practice approaches that help and support victims of domestic violence in their mothering, those who attended a recent domestic violence workshop heard. “Protected mothers equal protective mothers. We can help…
From the Mental Health Commission of Canada — Today, the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) launched the Practical Toolkit for Employers to Build an Inclusive Workplace at the Conference Board of Canada Corporate Culture…
This year’s Cookies with Santa event attracted close to 75 volunteers – as many, if not more, than 2017, say organizers of the fun event for foster children and families of Winnipeg Child and Family…
From CTV News — The annual Bell Let’s Talk Day began Wednesday with social media users starting the conversation on ending the stigma around mental health at the stroke of midnight. Actor William Shatner was…
The Manitoba government has released a research report on sexual exploitation that will guide the Tracia’s Trust strategy to help vulnerable young Manitobans, Families Minister Heather Stefanson announced today. “It is horrific to read that…
From the Chronicle of Social Change — California foster youth who remain in extended foster care after they turn 18 have more savings and are more educated than their peers who exit foster care at…
Families Minister Heather Stefanson announced Monday that the Department of Families has officially entered into a partnership with the Southern First Nations Network of Care, who will deliver Manitoba’s first Social Impact Bond (SIB) in…
The General Authority’s 15th annual general meeting highlighted the strength of partnerships as one of the keys to the success of child welfare. “We want to acknowledge our theme this year is partnerships, many established…
From the Chronicle of Child Welfare — The Family First Prevention Services Act, which was signed into law as part of the Bipartisan Budget Act on February 9, 2018, offers an historic opportunity for child…