Learn More About The Link
The Link has been helping children, youth and families in Manitoba for nearly 100 years. Today our network spans four communities and includes hundreds of staff, volunteers and foster families.
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Lend us Your Time and Talents
Share your expertise whether it’s in a leadership capacity on our Board of Directors (by nomination), through individual projects and programs or by organizing fundraising or awareness-building events.
Mission
What we do…
We walk alongside children, youth, adults and families as an inclusive community, strengthening and empowering a sense of belonging, pride and purpose.
Vision
Why we do it…
To become a community that shapes and creates opportunities for belonging, pride and purpose.
Values
How we do it…
Compassion:
through inclusivity, respect and humility.
Community:
through engagement, reciprocity and responsibility.
Well-being:
through connection, growth and balance.
“After working at Velotecha, I developed new skills, I know more things about bikes than I ever thought I would. I know a whole other trade now and I helped to build a business.”
“The people and programs at The Link gave me the chance to envision a different future for myself and my family.”
“The drum group helped me realize that together, we help each other grow and we give each other strength.”
“I couldn’t have done it without my foster parents.”
“The best part about fostering is when a child comes to you and says ‘I love you.'”
Testimonials
What People Say About Our Work
From volunteers, to staff, to program participants, see what people are saying about The Link’s network of family supports.
Read Our Latest News
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2023-2024 Annual Report – Together Towards Tomorrow
We are excited to share with you The Link’s 2023-2024 Annual Report: Together Towards Tomorrow: Walking Alongside…
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Extreme Summer Weather – Community Response Plan – 2024
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Cheryl’s Journey: Advocating for Youth at the United Nations
The twenty-third session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues took place from 15-26…
🌟 Flu & COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics! 🌟
Protect yourself and those around you by getting vaccinated! Join us for our upcoming clinics:
📅 Friday, October 18th, 2024
🕘 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📌175 Mayfair Avenue, Winnipeg
📅 Tuesday, October 29th, 2024
🕘 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📌175 Mayfair Avenue, Winnipeg
📍 Walk-ins are welcome, but to book an appointment, contact Nina Martin at:
✉️ nina.martin@thelinkmb.ca
📞 204-949-6524 / 431-294-5821
What to Bring:
- Manitoba Health card (or other provincial/territorial health card)
- Wear a short-sleeved or loose-fitting shirt
- Have something to eat and drink before your appointment
- If you`re feeling unwell or have COVID-19 symptoms, please reschedule
Let`s keep our community safe! We can’t wait to see you there! 💉✨
#Winnipeg #DowntownWpg #VaccineClinic #Flu #Community
Oct 17
The Link`s offices and Youth Hub will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2024, for the holiday.
We will reopen on Tuesday, October 15th at 8:30 a.m.
If you need help while we are closed, we have a safe space for youth (under 21) at our 24/7 Emergency Youth Resource Centres (YRCs) at:
159 Mayfair Avenue in Winnipeg: 204-477-1804
116 Hemlock Crescent in Thompson: 204-778-5382
Mobile Crisis Teams 204-949-4777 1-888-383-2776
Free 24-hour crisis supports for youth, families & caregivers.
Or if you want to connect with someone, you can TEXT “support” to 204-900-6010 to access immediate, confidential support.
Visit our website for more info: https://thelinkmb.ca/services/
#Winnipeg #Thompson #Manitoba #Youth #Families
Oct 13
October 4 is the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQ+ people. Today we honour the lives and legacies of the victims and survivors, the women, girls and 2SLGBTQ+ loved ones impacted by this tragic and on-going violence.
To learn more you can visit: https://tinyurl.com/t8dd6ckw
#MMIWG2S #MMIWG #MMIGActionNow #SistersInSpirit #DayofAction #NationalDayOfAction
Oct 4
On September 30, 2024, we recognize National Truth and Reconciliation Day and observe Orange Shirt Day, standing in solidarity with survivors of residential schools, their families and communities.
Every Child Matters; we honor the lost children and those affected by this painful legacy.
We encourage everyone to engage in learning about Truth and Reconciliation. Consider attending local events, listening to nationwide programming or reflecting on the Calls to Action.
At 2 p.m. Central time today, you can watch “Remembering the Children” live from Ottawa on CBC or APTN.
This can also be a challenging time for many; please connect with one of the resources below if you need support:
Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line: 1-866-925-4419
MMIWG2S+ Support Line: 1-844-413-6649
Indian Residential Schools Survivors Society: 1-800-721-0066
To learn more, please visit the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation: https://nctr.ca/
We also have a Mobile Crisis Teams 204-949-4777 1-888-383-2776, a free 24-hour crisis supports for youth, families & caregivers.
Or if you just want to connect with someone, you can TEXT “support” to 204-900-6010 to access immediate, confidential support.
#OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters #NDTR
Sep 30
Looking for Volunteer Experience?
We have an opportunity to help youth ages 12-20 become involved in the community with our Positive Alternatives for Youth (PAY) program!
The goal is to support youth to develop skills and be positively involved in the community.
- Volunteer Experience to Add to your Resume
- High School Credit
- Experience Working in a Team
- Opportunity to Contribute to the Community
Contact Evan Reimer for more info:
evan.reimer@thelinkmb.ca
204-949-4834
For more info: https://shorturl.at/gIsc2
#VolunteerMB #Winnipeg #Manitoba #Community #Youth #Volunteer #MBVolunteers
Sep 28
The Link`s offices and Youth Hub will be closed on Monday, September 30, 2024, in observance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
We will reopen on Tuesday, October 1st at 8:30 a.m.
If you need help while we are closed, we have a safe space for youth (under 21) at our 24/7 Emergency Youth Resource Centres (YRCs) at:
159 Mayfair Avenue in Winnipeg: 204-477-1804
116 Hemlock Crescent in Thompson: 204-778-5382
Mobile Crisis Teams 204-949-4777 1-888-383-2776
Free 24-hour crisis supports for youth, families & caregivers.
Or if you want to connect with someone, you can TEXT “support” to 204-900-6010 to access immediate, confidential support.
Visit our website for more info: https://thelinkmb.ca/services/
#Winnipeg #Thompson #Manitoba #Youth #Families
Twitter:
The Link`s offices will be closed on Monday on Sept. 30, 2024
Open Oct. 1 @ 8:30am Have a safe long weekend!
YRC #Winnipeg: 204-477-1804
YRC #Thompson: 204-778-5382
Mobile Crisis Teams 204-949-4777 or 1-888-383-2776
Text 204-900-6010 for support
Sep 27
Wa-Say Healing Centre is hosting a Healing Walk & Orange Shirt Day Pow Wow on September 30th, at The Forks and RBC Convention Centre.
This event is a time to Walk & Dance together to Honor the Residential School Survivors and Remember the Children that didn`t return home.
Meet at Odena Circle at The Forks at 9 am
Monday, September 30
Orange T-shirts given away at Odena Circle @ 9 am
The healing walk will go from Odena Circle to The RBC Convention Centre.
Healing Walk begins at 11 am
Pow Wow - Grand Entry - 1 pm
#wasayosd2024 #wasayhealingcentre #EveryChildMatters #OrangeShirtDay #Winnipeg #Manitoba #OrangeShirtDay
Sep 27
September 30 is Orange Shirt Day in Canada – a day when we honor the resilience and strength of Indigenous children and communities. 🧡
It originated in 2013, inspired by Phylis Webstad`s personal story about her experience at a residential school. Her children`s book, "Phylis`s Orange Shirt," tells the story of a young Indigenous girl who is excited to wear her new orange shirt on the first day of school. However, upon arrival, her shirt is taken away, symbolizing the loss of culture and identity experienced by many Indigenous children in residential schools. Orange Shirt Day promotes awareness, education and reconciliation, encouraging people to wear orange as a show of solidarity with Indigenous communities.
Phylis’s story is also featured in the documentary "Returning Home," where she shares her journey and the broader impact of residential schools on Indigenous communities, which reminds us of the importance of acknowledging the past and working towards healing and reconciliation.
To learn more visit: https://orangeshirtday.org/
#OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters #PhylisWebstad
Sep 25
