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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.
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.
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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…
Join us for our Full Moon Ceremony at Oodena Celebration Circle at The Forks happening Feb. 12 at 6:00 p.m. 🌙
Location: Oodena Celebration Circle at The Forks.
It is between the Spaghetti Factory and the Childrens` Museum.
The Full Moon Ceremony is a collaboration between:
• The Link: Youth and Family Supports
• Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc MMIWG Liaison Unit (MKO)
• Sunshine House
• Manitoba Moon Voices (MMVI)
• Women’s Health Clinic (WHC)
• Inaadiziwin Transitional Support Services
• Native Clan Organization, Inc. (NCO)
• Manitoba League of Persons with Disabilities
• Medicine Bear, Ka Ni Kanichihk
This Ceremony is open to the community at large; all genders, cultures and abilities are invited to join together for teachings about feminine energy’s 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!
Friday, February 7, 2025
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
175 Mayfair Avenue
#Winnipeg
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!
We`ve got supplies and machines on-site.
🧵😃
#Sewing #Youth #Families #YWG
Feb 5

Join us for a Ribbon Skirt Sewing Workshop!
Friday, February 7, 2025
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
175 Mayfair Avenue
#Winnipeg
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!
We`ve got supplies and machines on-site.
🧵😃
#Sewing #Youth #Families #YWG
Feb 5

Navigating a New Job?
Between the ages of 18-29?
Had an EIA file within the last 3 months?
WE CAN HELP! 😃
Learn more about our Journey Towards Independence Program...
- Tips to maintain employment and promoting a better quality of life
- Extra support to navigate workplace challenges
- Budgeting aids
- Financial support for relevant job training
- Advocacy for your rights as an employee
- Transportation support
- Connections to other community resources
📲Contact:
Lisa Carlson
204-590-8191
lisa.carlson@thelinkmb.ca
Jewel Nault
204-792-7543
jewel.nault@thelinkmb.ca
Jan 27

As we reflect on the holiday season, we are deeply moved by the generosity and kindness of all who supported us. Your contributions have made a meaningful impact, and we are truly grateful for your unwavering commitment to our mission.
🌟 To each of our donors – thank you for your kindness, your trust and your belief in the work we do. Your support helps us continue to grow, serve and make a difference in our community. We couldn’t do it without you!
Here’s to a new year filled with continued collaboration, compassion and success. Together, we are making a real difference! 🌱
@princessauto
@bell
@murraychev
@kitsforacause
WCB Manitoba
#Grateful #ThankYou #CommunitySupport #HolidaySeason #MakingADifference #StrongerTogether @Community #Winnipeg
Jan 21
