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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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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 couldnāt 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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Meet Moriah – Immunization Nurse
Did you know The Link has an Immunization Nurse and Program that is open to…
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Meet Cheyla…
This winter, we celebrate the inspiring story of Cheyla, a young, single mom whose journey…
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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…
The Link`s offices and Youth Hub will be closed on:ā
Monday, February 17, 2025, in observance of Louis Riel Day.ā ā ā
We will reopen on Tuesday, February 18th at 8:30 a.m.ā ā
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We hope you have a safe and happy long weekend!ā ā
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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: ā
159 Mayfair Avenue in Winnipeg: 204-477-1804ā
116 Hemlock Crescent in Thompson: 204-778-5382ā
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Mobile Crisis Teamsā 204-949-4777ā 1-888-383-2776ā ā
Free 24-hour crisis supports for youth, families & caregivers.ā ā
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Or if you want to connect with someone, you can TEXT āsupportā to 204-900-6010 to access immediate, confidential support.ā
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Visit our website for more info: https://thelinkmb.ca/services/ā
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Feb 16
ANNUAL WOMENSāS MEMORIAL MARCH OFā
MANITOBA IN HONOUR OF MMIWG2S+ā
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Date: February 14, 2025ā
Time 5:00PMā
Location: 300 Memorial Boulevard (@wag_ca)ā
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Contact persons:ā
Alaya McIvorā
1.204.619.8578ā
AMCIVOR@MAMAWI.COMā
Sandra DeLarondeā
1.204.806.0134ā
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Thank you for the sharing info @mbmoonvoicesā
Host Drum Group: Southern Thunderbird Womenās Medicine Drum Groupā
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Sponsored by:ā
MKO MMIWG2S+ Unitā
Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc.ā
Medicine Bear Counsellingā
Uniforā
Unifor Local 144ā
WAG qaumqjuqā
City of Winnipegā
Bear Clan Patrolā
Comm.unity204ā
The Salvation Armyā
Southeast Resource Development Corporation MMIWG2S+ā
Candace Houseā
Southern Chiefās Organizationā
Manitoba Moon Voices Inc.ā
Social Planning Council of Winnipegā
Infinity Women Secretariatā
Giganawenimaanaanigā
Feb 14
Happy Valentine`s Day Everyone!ā
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Today, we celebrate love, community and the connections that make us stronger together. ā¤ļø We`re grateful for the love and resilience that everyone brings to our community.ā
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Letās continue to spread kindness, encouragement and hope, not just today but every day. š«ā
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#ValentinesDay #CommunityLove #YouthAndFamilies #SpreadKindnessā
Feb 14
š Meet Moriah: Empowering Winnipeg Through Vaccination! šā
Did you know that The Link has an Immunization Nurse who`s passionate about helping YOU and your family stay healthy? šā
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Moriah Marcogliese, a dedicated nurse with 14 years of experience, is leading an important program aimed at increasing vaccination rates and promoting health in Winnipeg`s diverse communities, especially among youth and marginalized groups.ā
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š„ What does Moriah do? She administers vaccines, educates and works to ensure that no one is left behind. Her role is all about outreachāwhether through immunization reviews, flu clinics or connecting with local community ambassadors. The goal is to raise awareness, address vaccine hesitancy and empower you with reliable, easy-to-understand information about the importance of routine immunizations.ā
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š¬ Moriahās Message: āMy goal is to help empower young people in taking charge of their own health. Itās not a bad thing to have questions or concerns, but donāt let that stop you from having the conversation and getting the best information possible."ā
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š” Why Vaccination Matters:ā
ā¢ Vaccines protect not only YOU, but your family and community from serious, preventable diseases.ā
ā¢ Vaccination builds herd immunity, helping protect those who canāt get vaccinated themselves.ā
ā¢ Vaccines have saved 154 million lives over the past 50 years. That`s 6 lives every minute! šā
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The Link`s Immunization Program is here to bridge healthcare gaps, particularly for Indigenous and marginalized communities, and ensure everyone gets the care and information they deserve.ā
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š» Want to learn more? Visit:ā
ā¢ Manitoba Public Health, FAQsā
ā¢ Winnipeg Regional Health Authorityā
ā¢ Healthy Parenting Winnipegā
ā¢ Immunize.caā
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š Contact Moriah:ā
Email: moriah.marcogliese@thelinkmb.caā
Phone: 204-949-6524ā
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š Come see us at 175 Mayfair Avenue for an immunization review or more information! Letās work together to keep our community strong and healthy. šŖā
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#ImmunizeWinnipeg #VaccineEducation #HealthyCommunities #VaccineForAll #ProtectOurYouth #HealthEquity #CommunityHealth #TheLinkMB #Youth #Familiesā
Feb 13
Join us for our Full Moon Ceremony at Oodena Celebration Circle at The Forks happening Feb. 12 at 6:00 p.m. šā
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Location: Oodena Celebration Circle at The Forks. ā
It is between the Spaghetti Factory and the Childrens` Museum.ā
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The Full Moon Ceremony is a collaboration between:ā
ā¢ The Link: Youth and Family Supportsā
ā¢ Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc MMIWG Liaison Unit (MKO)ā
ā¢ Sunshine Houseā
ā¢ Manitoba Moon Voices (MMVI)ā
ā¢ Womenās Health Clinic (WHC)ā
ā¢ Inaadiziwin Transitional Support Servicesā
ā¢ Native Clan Organization, Inc. (NCO)ā
ā¢ Manitoba League of Persons with Disabilitiesā
ā¢ Medicine Bear, Ka Ni Kanichihkā
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This Ceremony is open to the community at large; all genders, cultures and abilities are invited to join together for teachings about feminine energyās relationship with Grandmother Moon. Anyone who identifies with feminine energy is invited to participate in the Ceremony. Those who identify with masculine energy are invited to attend, but will observe. If you can, we ask relatives to bring your own chair, rattles and/or drums, as well as a water container to fill and take home after the Ceremony (if you wish).
Feb 10
Join us for a Ribbon Skirt Sewing Workshop!ā
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Friday, February 7, 2025ā
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.ā
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175 Mayfair Avenueā
#Winnipegā
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Everyone is welcome to come and learn a little bit about sewing, to start a project and work on a project if you`ve already got one started!ā
We`ve got supplies and machines on-site.ā
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#Sewing #Youth #Families #YWG
Feb 5
Join us for a Ribbon Skirt Sewing Workshop!ā
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Friday, February 7, 2025ā
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.ā
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175 Mayfair Avenueā
#Winnipegā
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Everyone is welcome to come and learn a little bit about sewing, to start a project and work on a project if you`ve already got one started!ā
We`ve got supplies and machines on-site.ā
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#Sewing #Youth #Families #YWG
Feb 5
Our February 2025 Indigenous Initiatives calendar is now available!ā
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There is beading, sewing, a Potluck lunch, a sharing circle and so much more happening in February.ā
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We hope to see you soon. ā¤ļøā
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#Winnipeg #Youth #Manitoba #DowntownWPG #YWG #WPG #Families #IndigenousYouth
Jan 31
