We are pleased to announce the 2025 recipients of our bursary programs. This year, we awarded bursaries to 34 youth! Read more about each recipient below. BC Orca Bursary Program Samira...

It’s been one year since we became the Belonging Network, and what a year it has been! We’re thrilled to share our 2024–25 Impact Report, celebrating the milestones, growth, and...

The Belonging Network is proud to announce the launch of Learning for Everyone in Adoption and Permanency (LEAP), a new online education program that replaces the former Adoption Education Program...

Daraly was born in Cambodia, raised in Belgium by Dutch parents, and is now spending time in Canada. She shares her adoption story openly, speaking about both the challenges and...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 her story, Desaray opens up about the rewarding ways adoption has shaped her life. She takes us through her parents’ cross-country journey to find her and...

In the first part of her story, Desaray shares about her experiences with foster care, kinship care, and adoption. From being removed from her birth parents’ care at age three...

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...

Liz is 18 years old. For more than a decade, she has moved between foster homes. She has also had to face the sadness of being separated from her sister,...

We are pleased to announce the 2024 recipients of our bursary programs. This year, we awarded bursaries to 29 youth! Read more about each recipient below. BC Orca Bursary Program Recipient...

Drum roll, please… We are thrilled to announce the winners of our annual This is Belonging photo contest! We want to give a huge thank you to everyone who participated and to...

Today is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Our office is closed in observance. As an organization, the Belonging Network is committed to listening, learning, and participating in truth...

The Belonging Network makes a difference for children, youth, and families. We’re always excited to share our Impact Reports, but this year’s is extra special. That’s because in fiscal 2023-24,...

We are excited to announce that the Schmidt family are the draw prize winners of our 2024 This is Belonging photo contest! Read more about their story and how their...