
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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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.
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 Victoria Fisher: New First Nations Associate CEO at The Link
We recently sat down with Victoria Fisher, the new First Nations Associate CEO at The…
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Crisis Support Services – Survey 2025
We Need Your Input! We would like to hear from youth (age 15-27) and parents/caregivers…
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Meet Moriah – Immunization Nurse
Did you know The Link has an Immunization Nurse and Program that is open to…
We were thrilled that the Regent Avenue Jollibee crew came for a visit today!
As part of their initiative to connect with the community, Jollibee hosted a special event at The Link today where we had the opportunity to learn more about the brand and experience a FREE sampling of their world-famous Chicken - crispy, juicy, tasty and each bite was filled with joy!
We are so appreciative of the Jollibee crew and their generosity - thank you so much!
#Jollibee #JollibeeChicken #Winnipeg #Community #Gratitude
Mar 28

Check out this Upcoming Event: Garbage Bag Fashion Show!
Hosted by: Voices: Manitoba`s Youth in Care Network
April 4
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
109 Higgins Avenue
Winnipeg
Free Admission with a Non-Perishable Item!
@VoicesMYICN @GraffitiArtProg
#Fashion #Winnipeg #Youth #YouthInCare #GraffitiArt #Manitoba #FashionShow
Mar 27

🌟 Join Us for a Community Open House! 🌟
We’re excited to invite you to a Community Open House on April 3rd, from 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Room 117, 175 Mayfair Avenue.
Come learn more about our Mobile Crisis Teams (MCT) and how they’re making a difference for youth and families in our community. We’ll be sharing the services we provide and gathering valuable feedback on potential new directions for the program. Your insights are crucial as we work to improve and expand our impact!
🗣️ We’re especially inviting adults to bring a youth with them to ensure we get diverse perspectives and feedback that will shape the future of MCT services.
Event Details: 🗓️ Date: April 3rd, 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Room 117, 175 Mayfair Avenue
🚗 Parking: Available behind the building
We’d love to hear your thoughts and ideas! Feel free to share this post with anyone who may benefit from attending.
For questions, contact Victoria Fisher at 204-979-5040.
We hope to see you there! 💙
#CommunityOpenHouse #MobileCrisisTeams #YouthSupport #FamilyCare #CommunityEngagement #MCT #YourFeedbackMatters #Youth #Families #Community
Mar 25

Are you a motivated young person involved with The Link?
We need YOU!
The Link is inviting Youth Participants to join the North Wind Thunderbird Youth Council.
Benefits:
- Leadership Development Opportunities
- Be a Part of a Community of Youth
- Bus Tickets and Meals for Meetings
Commitment:
- Attending monthly meetings
- Serving one (1) or two (2) year term
If you have questions or require assistance with supporting a young person to apply, please contact the Associate CEO Victoria Fisher at: victoria.fisher@thelinkmb.ca.
You can scan the QR Code to apply!
Deadline to Apply is April 14, 2025.
https://forms.gle/krbA536iWtBjCeg87
#Winnipeg #TheLinkMB #Youth #YouthCouncil
Mar 25

Are you a motivated young person involved with The Link? Do you want to advise on policy and practices? We need YOU!
The Link is inviting applicants for North Wind Thunderbirds Youth Council. The Link: Youth and Family Supports is inviting Youth Participants to join the North Wind Thunderbird Youth Council.
Benefits:
- Leadership Development Opportunities
- Be a Part of a Community of Youth
- Bus Tickets and Meals for Meetings
Commitment:
- Attending monthly meetings
- Serving one (1) or two (2) year term
The North Wind Thunderbirds will meet monthly to engage with leadership and advise on program policy and practice to amplify the voices of our young people.
If you have questions or require assistance with supporting a young person to apply, please contact the Associate CEO Victoria Fisher at: victoria.fisher@thelinkmb.ca.
You can scan the QR Code to apply!
Deadline to Apply is April 14, 2025.
https://forms.gle/krbA536iWtBjCeg87
#Youth #YouthCouncil #Winnipeg #Manitoba #IndigenousYouth #Community #TheLinkMB
Mar 19

We need your Input!
As we plan for the future and make sure we provide the best support possible services for you, we would like to hear from:
- youth (age 15-27)
- parents/caregivers
The focus of this survey is Youth Crisis Services:
• The 24-Hour Crisis Line (phone support)
• The Mobile Crisis Team (in-person visits in Winnipeg only).
We value your feedback EVEN if you have not used our services. You will help us learn more about the needs of youth and families when facing mental health challenges.
We will not collect any names or contact details and promise the links are safe!
Youth (ages 15-27) click here: https://www.research.net/r/YCSYouth
Parents/Caregivers click here: https://www.research.net/r/YCSCare
Or Swipe to see the QR CODES!
#Winnipeg #Youth #Families #CrisisSupports #Community #Manitoba
Mar 14

🌸 Happy International Women`s Day! 🌸
Today, we celebrate the incredible women who inspire, uplift and transform our world.✨
The theme for 2025 is “Strength in Every Story”, which highlights the importance of amplifying the voices of all women, particularly those who continue to face barriers to success. Creating opportunities for women and girls unlocks their potential and drives innovation, supports Canada’s economy and helps ensure a sustainable future for all.
We are deeply grateful for the amazing women within our organization who show strength, creativity and dedication every day. Your hard work and passion shape the success of our mission and community. 🙏🏼💜
To the women we serve, thank you for your resilience, courage and unwavering commitment to making a better future. You inspire us daily. 🌍❤️
Lastly, we honor and remember the women throughout history and in our lives and every day helped pave the way, broke barriers, and show us what true leadership looks like. Your legacies continue to guide and empower us.
Let’s continue to support each other in creating a world where all women can thrive. 🌟
#InternationalWomensDay #IWD2025 #WomenInspire #Empowerment #GenderEquality
Mar 8
