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For the first time, foster youth in California outpace fellow seniors in applying for college aid
From the Chronicle of Social Change--California foster youth still see a future in academia – and they are applying in record numbers for federal help to attend college. This year for the first time, foster youth in...
Understanding COVID-19 re-entry anxiety: Mental Health Commission
From the Mental Health Commission of Canada's Catalyst Newsletter--The coronavirus pandemic has introduced a long list of reasons to feel anxious. For months the country has been in virtual lockdown, with physical...
Birth alerts to end June 30; government supports expansion of Mothering Project
Manitoba Government Press Release--The Manitoba government is investing nearly $400,000 to double the capacity of the Mothering Project (Manito Ikwe Kagiikwe), ensuring better health and family outcomes for at-risk...
Non-profit Summer Student Incentive Grant now available to Manitoba charities, organizations
Manitoba Government Press Release--The Manitoba government has opened its online intake for the Non-Profit Summer Student Incentive Grant so charities and non-profit organizations can apply to receive additional...
Manitoba launches $2.5-million home nutrition pilot program
Manitoba Government Press Release--The Manitoba government has partnered with community-based organizations to deliver nutritious food and family-friendly recipes to about 6,000 children in pilot sites across the...
Manitoba announces supports to hire students this summer
Manitoba Government Press Release--The Manitoba government is reminding employers of the various supports available to hire students to help rebuild the provincial economy, Economic Development and Training Minister...
New media platform created for foster youth and alumni to tell their stories
From the Chronicle of Social Change--There are many organizations out there whose mission is to help serve children in foster care. On Friday, FosterStrong joins the fray with a unique goal and perspective: To create a...
New web portal offers mental health and substance abuse support
The Mental Health Commission of Canada has introduced a new web portal which will help people address numerous issues including their mental health, social isolation and other difficulties. Read more from the Mental...
Province introduces new resources to support victims of family violence
Manitoba Government Press Release--The Manitoba government is launching new resources to help those affected by family and intimate partner violence during the COVID-19 pandemic, Sport, Culture and Heritage Minister...
National town hall on concerns of youth in care during COVID-19 set for May 26
Youth in Care Canada is concerned about the impact COVID-19 is having on youth in and from care across Canada. For this reason, we are hosting a virtual town hall meeting on May 26th at 2pm EST to provide a platform...