Welcome to the Link | formerly Macdonald Youth Services

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For Families

We encourage inclusive community bonds and nurture belonging, pride and resilient families through cultural reconnection, wellness and lifelong independence skills.

We need your input!

We would like to hear from youth (age 15-27) and parents/caregivers as we plan for the future and make sure we provide the best support services for you!

The Link works to nurture strong and resilient youth and families through:

Connections

We build safe, caring, collaborative and respectful relationships between family members, families, peers and partners in the community.

Wellness

We strive to improve physical, mental and emotional wellness of our youth and their families.

Independence

We ensure youth are equipped with skills for lifelong independence including job training and school supports.

Relationships

We build safe, caring, collaborative and respectful relationships between family members, families, peers and partners in the community.

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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Change a Child or Family’s Future

The Link is part of the CanadaHelps.org network, which offers safety, security and convenience when it comes to online donations. Or donate safely and securely by mail or by phone.

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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.

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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.

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

  • Historic Agreement Between The Link and Brokenhead Ojibway First Nation to Repatriate Services

    Historic Agreement Between The Link and Brokenhead Ojibway First Nation to Repatriate Services

    April 17, 2025 Historic Agreement Between The Link and Brokenhead Ojibway First Nation to Repatriate…

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  • Meet Ashley – Family Therapist

    Meet Ashley – Family Therapist

    Support, Connection and Growth: A Parent’s Journey with the Momentum Program Parenting is a journey…

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  • Let’s Talk About Measles

    Let’s Talk About Measles

    Measles has been in the news with recent outbreaks in Canada and the US. Manitoba…

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