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Help the Dave Thomas Foundation reach its goal of providing more foster children with forever families
From the Dave Thomas Foundation--It is often the simplest moments with family that we cherish the most. The encouraging words of a parent, laughter shared with a sibling or the warmth of home are memories that provide...
Tootoo brings message of hope on mental health
From the Winnipeg Free Press--Indigenous hockey star Jordin Tootoo shared a message of hope and resilience at Red River College on Thursday, encouraging a gymnasium packed full of students and fans to find the courage...
Manitoba to end use of birth alerts
Manitoba Government Press Release--As of April 1, child welfare and public health systems in Manitoba will be ready to more effectively and proactively connect mothers with supports, and will no longer issue birth...
Bell Let’s Talk Day continues to create positive change
January 29 was Bell Let's Talk Day. Canadians and people around the world joined in to help create positive change for people living with mental health issues. With the help of so many, Bell will donate more to...
Government invests in new housing pilot to keep families together
Manitoba Government Press Release--The Manitoba government is investing $400,000 to launch Granny’s House, a one-year pilot project to provide short-term, culturally safe and community-led care to children and families...
Government to partner with community to support women, children affected by family violence
Manitoba Government Press Release--The Manitoba government has chosen Wahbung Abinoonjiiag Inc. to lead a network of community agencies to help improve housing options for women and children who have experienced family...
Province outlines 12-month strategy to transform, improve family services
Manitoba Government Press Release--To help ensure its programs and services will meet the needs of Manitobans now and into the future, the Manitoba government is implementing a transformation strategy focused on...
Innovative U.S. initiative launched to help foster youth secure stable housing
From the Chronicle of Social Change--A $30 million initiative to help thousands of transition-aged foster youth secure stable housing, pursue higher education and receive better services in the Bay Area is being...