For many waiting parents, it can feel both exciting and overwhelming to imagine a future child’s first day of school. You may not yet know your child’s exact needs or...

Good news! Your empties can now do more than just earn a refund. They can help us connect kids with loving homes, support youth as they transition out of care,...

A new online course for prospective parents exploring adoption and permanency in BC. Introduction to Adoption and Permanency is now open for registration! This free, self-paced course is designed for...

Learning disabilities expert Dr Richard Lavoie knows the secrets of school. Here’s a summary of some of his ideas. Social structure Lavoie identifies four groups of kids at school: Positive...

Adopting a child from another country takes patience, determination, and a strong support network. When Carol began her adoption journey, she had no idea she’d wait years or travel across...

The waiting season can be a powerful time to build knowledge, nurture relationships, and gently prepare your home and heart. Here’s a list of things to consider adding to your...

Looking for ways to connect with others and find support this summer? From workshops and support groups to playgroups and wellness sessions, communities across BC are offering free events for...

Parenting a child who has experienced trauma can be challenging at any stage of their development. As a caregiver, you play a significant role in their healing. With patience, love,...

Katie’s story is about resilience, healing, and what’s possible when an exceptional young person reaches out and feels truly seen and supported. After a difficult childhood and time in foster...

Being an adolescent comes with its challenges—and for young people in and from care, or those with lived experience of adoption and permanency, those challenges can be even greater. Every...

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a time to honour the cultures, traditions, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Across BC, communities are coming together to...

When a mother smokes during pregnancy, harmful chemicals like nicotine, carbon monoxide, and tar reach the baby. These substances reduce oxygen supply and impede growth, leading to various health complications....

In BC there are a host of services to help diagnose special needs and offer support to families. This guide explains where BC families can go to get help and...

One year ago, we became the Belonging Network—a name that better reflects the diverse audience we serve. In this behind-the-scenes look, Lisa Eaton, Director of Operations at Affinity Bridge, shares...

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...

Welcoming a child into your family is a meaningful and life-changing journey. Financial support can make a big difference along the way. In British Columbia, adoptive and permanent caregivers have...

We get it. This is hard. It can be really challenging supporting a child that you love and care for to move to a permanent placement. As a foster parent,...

In part two of her story, a birth mom opens up about the intricate realities of open adoption, the struggles of processing trauma, and the vital importance of empathy and...

In this honest and heartfelt story, a birth mother opens up about her adoption journey. She reflects on growing up in a strict environment, feeling voiceless, and how adoption, while...

In part two of our teen adoption Q&A, Ashleigh Martinflatt, a clinical counsellor, post-secondary instructor, and adoptive parent, dives deeper into the journey of providing permanency for teens. She addresses...