2025 bursary programs: 20+ opportunities for post-secondary studies
We’re excited to announce that applications for our three annual bursary programs open on March 1, 2025! The Belonging Network’s bursary programs provide financial support to people in our community to pursue their education—whether at college, university, in a trade, or through other training programs. Bursary funds can be used for tuition, training costs, or […]
Adoption and Permanency Awareness Month
In Anne’s words When you think about adoption you might think about babies and little toddlers. This month, I want you to think about teenagers. Around half of the children waiting for permanency are between the ages of 12 and 18. Teens also wait the longest to find families. That’s why this November our theme […]
National Indigenous Peoples Day
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a special opportunity to celebrate Indigenous brilliance and resilience. This year we’re particularly thrilled to see the transformations taking place in many Indigenous communities as they regain control of their child and family services. Since time immemorial, First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people have cared for children in their own ways—honourable […]
BC Child and Youth in Care Week
In Anne’s words BC Child and Youth in Care Week is about raising awareness and shifting perceptions about children and youth in government care. It’s about seeing them as individuals with unique talents, hopes and dreams: so much more than a series of statistics and outcomes. At the Belonging Network, we believe every child and […]
