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# Voices

Manitoba's Youth In Care "Empowering Youth"

## Sitemaps

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## Posts

- [VOICES Scholarship Program 2026-2027 Now Open!!!!](https://voices.mb.ca/voices-scholarship-program-2026-2027-now-open/)
- [Keith Cooper Scholarship Application Open (2026-2027)](https://voices.mb.ca/keith-cooper-scholarship-application-open-2026-2027/)
- [FAQs FOR VOICES MOVE](https://voices.mb.ca/faqs-for-voices-move/) - What is happening? As of March 27, 2026, Voices: Manitoba’s Youth in Care Network, will move offices from our current location at 61 Juno St. in Winnipeg to our new host location, The Link: Youth and Family Supports, at 175 Mayfair Ave. in Winnipeg. Will this affect any of Voices’ programs and services? Although there
- [Campaign 2000 Report Released - Feb 25, 2026](https://voices.mb.ca/campaign-2000-report-released-feb-25-2026/) - C2000 Manitoba report 2025 Report Card on Child and Family Poverty in Canada Our manager Aerynn's speech at C2000 press release.
- [We are moving!](https://voices.mb.ca/we-are-moving/) - VOICES will be moving from its current location at 61 Juno Street to its new host location, The Link: Youth and Family Supports, at 175 Mayfair Avenue in mid-March 2026. This move is a positive change for VOICES, with an expanded space for youth programming. Most importantly, there will be no disruption of services to
- [11th Earl Cook Classic](https://voices.mb.ca/11th-earl-cook-classic/) - The Earl Cook Classic #ECC is an annual hockey match between Youth in/ from care (Age 12-30) and Adult Supports, to honor the life of our brother from care, Earl Cook, who bravely fought cancer. And continue his spirit of perseverance that we never surrender to hard times, as he always says, "Tough times don't last, tough
- [Voices Family Christmas Party](https://voices.mb.ca/voices-family-christmas-party/) - This year Voices turned 30, and for 18 Christmases, we've chosen each other as family for the day. This Christmas, this tradition continues and we'd love to have you at our celebration. Children and young people in and from care are invited. We would love to hear your idea as we make plan for this
- [Voices Garbage Bag Fashion Show](https://voices.mb.ca/voices-garbage-bag-fashion-show/) - MEDIA RELEASE Voices Garbage Bag Fashion Show ONE NIGHT ONLY _____________________________________________________ WINNIPEG, April 4, 2024 – Voices: Manitoba’s Youth in Care Network and Graffiti Gallery presents Voices Garbage Bag Fashion Show Voices Garbage Bag Fashion Show opens on Friday April 4, 2025. The opening reception will take place at 7:00 – 10:00 pm, with a
- [The Great 4 Days Getaway](https://voices.mb.ca/the-great-4-days-getaway/) - Bannock Point Petroforms (July 14th): Outdoor clothing and footwear ( Closed toe shoes/ hat/ sun screen/ water bottle) Lunch Provided SWEAT (July 15th): Towel/ water bottle Lunch Provided Human Rights Museum (July 17th): Bring your own lunch Beach Day!!! (July 18th): Towel/ Blanket (If you have one)/ water bottle/ Swim Attire/ Sun screen/ Hat Lunch
- [Walk for Kindness and Health](https://voices.mb.ca/walk-for-kindness-and-health/)
- [Artists With Purpose](https://voices.mb.ca/artists-with-purpose/)
- [Voices Summer BBQ Kick-off](https://voices.mb.ca/voices-summer-bbq-kick-off/)
- [Mac Trek Summer 2020](https://voices.mb.ca/mac-trek-summer-2020/) - The Mac Trek offers free canoe trips for youth in and from care to commemorate Mac (1998-2015). Mac was a young man who showed immense compassion and shared a positive attitude with everyone he met. To carry his spirit forward, we will be hosting canoe trips (led by Momenta, experiencemomenta.com) where young people can find a
- [Two new awards for 2020-2021!](https://voices.mb.ca/2020-2021-voices-scholarship-program-application-now-available/) - P.E.O. Chapter H and the Child and Youth Care Workers Association of Manitoba pledge their support to young people from care pursuing post-secondary education by funding scholarships! Click here for more information.
- [2020 Keith Cooper Scholarship Available](https://voices.mb.ca/2020-keith-cooper-scholarship-available/) - The 2020-2021 Keith Cooper Scholarship Application is available. If you are an alumni of care in Manitoba, pursuing your first degree, diploma, or certificate, you are eligible. There is no age limit. For more information and the fillable PDF form, click here.
- [CONGRATULATIONS](https://voices.mb.ca/congratulations/) - Marie Christian has been honoured with the 2016 YMCA-YWCA Women of Distinction award. Congratulations Marie! Keep up the amazing work.

## Pages

- [Home](https://voices.mb.ca/)
- [Mac Trek](https://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/programs/mac-trek/) - August 18 - 19th, 2026 The Mac Trek Youth in and from care are invited to experience the wilderness in honour of our friend, Mac (1998-2015). Mac was a young man in care who showed immense compassion and shared a positive attitude with everyone he met. To carry his memory forward, our friends at Momenta
- [Scholarships](https://voices.mb.ca/resources/scholarships/) - Voices Scholarship Program (2026-2027) Keith Cooper Scholarship (2026-2027) (Closed)
- [Keith Cooper Scholarship (Now Closed)](https://voices.mb.ca/resources/scholarships/keith-cooper-scholarship/) - INTRODUCTION In 2002, the Board and staff of Winnipeg Child and Family Services (WCFS) announced the creation of the Keith Cooper Scholarship Fund for children in and from care who wish to pursue post-secondary education. The fund acknowledges the late Keith Cooper, former WCFS Chief Executive Officer and educator, and his commitment to the education
- [Meet Our Team](https://voices.mb.ca/about/team/)
- [Calendar](https://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/calendar/) - Planning an event for youth in care in your area? Send the information to ask@voices.mb.ca and we'll post it here!
- [August Fun Days](https://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/programs/august-fun-days/) - Beach Day (August 7th): Towel/ Blanket (If you have one)/ water bottle/ Swim Attire/ Sun screen/ Hat Lunch provided Bowling (August 14th): Lunch provided Manitoba Museum (August 21st): Lunch provided Beach Day (August 28th): Towel/ Blanket (If you have one)/ water bottle/ Swim Attire/ Sun screen/ Hat Lunch provided Download Registration Form Please
- [Donated Move for Youth in/from Care](https://voices.mb.ca/resources/community-resources/donated-move-two-small-men-with-big-hearts/) - Background: Two Small Men With Big Hearts is committed to giving back to the communities, and they firmly believe this commitment informs their purpose and passion. To support this cause, they proudly donate 10% of their profits to community organizations and initiatives that align with their passion for giving. For them, giving back not only
- [Employment Opportunities](https://voices.mb.ca/get-involved/employment-opportunities/) - Employment Opportunities: Voices: Manitoba’s Youth in Care Network is a rights-based, youth-driven organization that engages, equips, and empowers youth in and from care, ages 12 to 30, through activities that focus on personal, emotional, and social development. Join our team! Take a look at this current opportunity: These postings will remain open until filled.
- [Voices Scholarship Program](https://voices.mb.ca/resources/scholarships/voices-scholarship-program-2025-2026/) - The Voices Scholarship Program consists of five awards: The Voices Bursary, the Marie Christian Award, The Allan Mowat Kids-In-Need (KIN) Fund, and the Reaching for the Stars Scholarship: The Voices Bursary is made possible through the fundraising efforts of Voices members and staff, and donations from the public. Administered by The Winnipeg Foundation, this award of $1000
- [Network Retreats](https://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/programs/network-retreats/) - Youth in and from care, ages 14 to 24, are invited to join us for a weekend of learning, sharing, and making friends. At our Network Retreats, we learn more about ourselves, our connections to community, and ways to use our experiences to be empowered. We also climb things, jump off things, swim, go for
- [Contact](https://voices.mb.ca/contact/) - We want to hear your voice! E-mail: info@voices.mb.caPhone: 204.982.4956 orToll-Free in MB: 1.866.982.4956Fax: 204.982.4950 Mail:175 Mayfair AveWinnipeg, ManitobaR3L 0A1 Email us:Mary Derendorf - Interim Director Voices: Manitoba's Youth in Care Network is under stewardship of General Child and Family Service Authority. To learn more about them, please visit their website. Sign up for our Email
- [Donate](https://voices.mb.ca/get-involved/donate/) - Our Vision “Through youth-driven leadership, community awareness and advocacy, VOICES: Manitoba’s Youth in Care Network is committed to engaging, equipping, and empowering youth in and from care.” Vision Statement: “Every youth-in-care has the opportunity to grow and develop to their best potential.” Voices: Manitoba’s Youth in Care Network has grown to become one of the
- [FAQ](https://voices.mb.ca/about/faq/) - What is Voices! Manitoba's Youth In Care Network? Voices is a network for youth in and from care, where you can network and connect with other youth who understand what is like to be in care. Can I be a member? How do I do that? Yes. All youth in and from care are welcome
- [Newsletter](https://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/newsletter/) - We are always looking for art, poetry, and essays by youth in and from care from across Manitoba. Send your contribution today! Sign up for our Email Newsletter Our E-News is emailed monthly, with up-to-date information on opportunities and activities youth in care across Manitoba can get involved in. Are you planning a youth-in-care activity
- [News & Events](https://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/news-events/)
- [Youth Calendar](http://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/calendar/)
- [Adult Calendar](http://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/calendar/)
- [History](https://voices.mb.ca/about/history/) - Manitoba’s Youth in Care Network began in 1995. After a bit of ‘placement bouncing’ (on our own, under MacDonald Youth Services, then moved to the Office of the Children’s Advocate), Voices was brought under the stewardship of BGC Winnipeg in January, 1998. On April 1st, 2026, Voices will be under the stewardship of General Child
- [About](https://voices.mb.ca/about/) - Manitoba's Youth in Care Network was started in 1995. As of April 1st, 2026, Voices is under the stewardship of General Child and Family Service Authority. The program currently has three full-time staff positions, with summer positions offered to young people in and from care whenever there is funding available. Our advisory committee is made
- [Volunteer](https://voices.mb.ca/get-involved/volunteer-opportunities/) - General Public: You want to help, and that is awesome and appreciated! Let’s talk about your hobbies and skills, and find where you fit! If you're looking for a meaningful volunteer experience, please give us a call at 204-982-4956 or toll-free across Manitoba: 1-866-982-4956 or email ask@voices.mb.ca All potential volunteers must complete the volunteer application process
- [Definitions](https://voices.mb.ca/about/faq/definitions/) - Equip: To make ready (To live a full, happy, satisfying LIFE!) Engage: To hold the attention and induce the participation of youth! Empower: To promote the self-actualization or influence of youth! What does this really mean?? Voices! Manitoba's Youth In Care Network is here to help you reach your full potential! Mandate: an authorization to
- [Advocacy Support](https://voices.mb.ca/resources/advocacy/) - Manitoba’s Child Welfare system is divided into four separate authorities, mandated to provide culturally appropriate services for children & youth under their care. First Nations of Sourthern Manitoba Child and Family Services Authority CEO: Tara Petti 200-200 Alpine Way Headingley, MB R4H 0B7 Phone: 204-783-9190, Fax: 204-783-7996 Animikii Ozoson, Inc. Anishinaabe Child and Family Services
- [Christmas Hamper](https://voices.mb.ca/resources/christmas-hamper/) - The Christmas Cheer Board - Hamper Application https://www.christmascheerboard.ca/how-to-apply
- [EmpowerU](https://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/programs/empoweru/) - This is a bi-weekly workshop for youth ages 14-29 from October to May. Meal is provided. For June to September, please stay tune to the dates. Every second Wednesday, 4:30 Meal 5-7 Workshop October 27 Youth’s voices are welcomed as the topics we cover are primarily based on suggestions from young people. For more details,
- [Voices Leadership Team](https://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/programs/voices-leadership/) - Are you: A youth-in-care? An alumni of care? Between the ages of 14 and 24? Do you want to: Learn more about children and youth rights? Learn public speaking skills? Advocate for yourself and other youth-in-care? Help create a better system of care in MB? Travel throughout Manitoba and Canada? Then YOU need to join
- [Your Voice Matters](https://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/programs/youth-voice-matters/) - (Currently Unavailable) Your Voice Matters is open to youth in and from care ages 18 and older, who want a safe space to share their story with others who ‘get it’. Enjoy dinner, good company, and honest conversation about life after care.
- [Free Hug Day](https://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/programs/free-hug-day-services/) - (Currently Unavailable) Please read. Please Share. Please do what you can. Join in the hug-revolution! Choose a busy corner, wear a brightly coloured t-shirt or carry a big sign, and offer a hug, high five, or fist bump. Everyone deserves positive touch, even and especially youth in and from care! Voices Free Hug Day was
- [System Kidz](https://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/programs/system-kidz/) - Welcome to our award-winning radio show on CKUW 95.9FM. System Kidz is live on the air every Tuesday from 5:00-6:00pm. Youth can speak out, share the music or poetry they’ve made, and discuss topics important to youth in and from care. Would you like to be a guest on System Kidz? Know someone who should
- [Scholar's Nite](https://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/programs/scholars-nite/) - Scholar’s Nite is open to all Voices Scholarship recipients. Details will be provided along with the decision letter.
- [Voices ROx](https://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/programs/voices-rox/) - Voices ROx (Currently Unavailable) Voices ROx is the brain child of alumni and scholarship winner, Andrea, who attended an empowering YOUCAN conference here in Manitoba, and another in Alberta. Andrea was inspired to create an opportunity for youth-in-care to use fitness to alleviate stress and deal with the frustration that comes with being in the
- [Girl's Group](https://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/programs/girls-group/) - (Currently Unavailable) Provide an open and safe environment for any youth in care from ages 12 to 24, that empowers individuals who identify as female to learn with and from each other about their rights, share experiences, and discuss matters, important to them. Food and beverages are provided! Girl’s Group October, 5 to November, 23
- [Community Resources](https://voices.mb.ca/resources/community-resources/) - It is important to know and use resources in your community. Take a look at the following list to help you with education, food, justice, shelter, relationship and other questions. Addictions Foundation of Manitoba-Compass P.O. Box 118 Southport, Manitoba R0H 1N0 204-428-6606 www.afm.mb.ca Behavioural Health Foundation-Female Youth Services 35B ave de la Digue, Box 250
- [Money for School](https://voices.mb.ca/resources/scholarships/four-sources-of-money-for-school/) - By Shirley Delorme Russell, Financial Aid and Awards Coordinator, Louis Riel Institute There are four basic sources of money for school: Student Loans Funding Internal Awards External Awards Student Loans Student loans can come from the government or the banks and it has to be paid back. Government loans (Manitoba and Canada Student Loans): Don’t
- [Housing Resources](https://voices.mb.ca/resources/community-resources/housing-resources/) - 202111-Housing-Resources-1Download
- [Mission & Vision](https://voices.mb.ca/about/mission-vision/) - Mission Statement: “Through youth-driven leadership, community awareness and advocacy, VOICES: Manitoba’s Youth in Care Network is committed to engaging, equipping, and empowering youth in and from care.” Vision Statement: “Every youth-in-care has the opportunity to grow and develop to their best potential.”
- [Helpful Links](https://voices.mb.ca/resources/helpful-links/) - Federation of B.C. Youth In Care National Youth In Care Network Child Welfare Resource Centre Youthwork Aboriginal Youth Network Foster Care Youth United - Youth Communication Save The Children Winnipeg Boys and Girls Clubs Inc. The Winnipeg Foundation
- [Youth](https://voices.mb.ca/youth/) - This is the stage of preparation for adulthood and all of the independence and responsibilities that comes with it. It is the stage where an awareness of independent status begins and where either furthering education or begin looking for employment and finding a place to call one's own. This is the period where beginning to
- [Site Map](https://voices.mb.ca/site-map/)
- [Adult](https://voices.mb.ca/adult/) - You can be part of our village. Share your unique insights to help youth in care to begin to understand where they stand in the world. Pass on your learned knowledge to a new generation to create a positive cycle of learning and sharing. Your time, your stories, your enthusiasm, we appreciate our adult allies.
- [Volunteer](https://voices.mb.ca/adult/volunteer/)
- [Donate](https://voices.mb.ca/adult/donate/)
- [Community Resources](https://voices.mb.ca/youth/community-resources/)
- [Money for School](https://voices.mb.ca/youth/scholarships/money-for-school/)
- [Scholarships](https://voices.mb.ca/youth/scholarships/)
- [The Rights of the Child (UNCRC)](https://voices.mb.ca/youth/the-rights-of-the-child-uncrc/)
- [Advocacy Support](https://voices.mb.ca/youth/advocacy-support/)
- [Definitions](https://voices.mb.ca/adult/faq/definitions/)
- [FAQ](https://voices.mb.ca/adult/faq/)
- [Definitions](https://voices.mb.ca/youth/faq/definitions/)
- [FAQ](https://voices.mb.ca/youth/faq/)
- [Opinion Materials](https://voices.mb.ca/youth/our-voices/opinion-materials/)
- [Our Voices](https://voices.mb.ca/youth/our-voices/)
- [Programs](https://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/programs/) - EMPOWER! Voices: Manitoba's Youth In Care Network empowers by advocating for youth in and from care to become actively involved in making decisions that affect their lives. We represent youth in and from care across Manitoba. Promote opportunities for youth to speak out and have a voice. Offer support and understanding for youth who are
- [Voices’ Publications](https://voices.mb.ca/resources/voices-publications/) - Anne Tweddle, Youth Leaving Care – How Do They Fare? (2005), download
- [Get involved](https://voices.mb.ca/get-involved/) - EMPOWER! Voices: Manitoba's Youth In Care Network empowers by advocating for youth in and from care to become actively involved in making decisions that affect their lives. We represent youth in and from care across Manitoba. Promote opportunities for youth to speak out and have a voice. Offer support and understanding for youth who are
- [Resources](https://voices.mb.ca/resources/) - EQUIP! Voices: Manitoba's Youth In Care Network equips youth by increasing community awareness and educating the public on issues that youth in and from care face.
- [Opinion Materials](https://voices.mb.ca/about/our-voices/opinion-materials/) - This page is just for you to share your thoughts, opinions, goods, beefs, vents, rants, helpful hints on anything and everything related to Child Welfare. Speech Written By: Sarah Macdonald, NYICN President The Ability to Dream, By: Marie Christian Who Is My Village? By: Randean Woronuik Youth Engagment By: Jessica Edwards Youth Engagement Part 2
- [Youth Engagement](https://voices.mb.ca/about/our-voices/opinion-materials/youth-engagement/) - Youth Engagement by Jessica Edwards Youth Engagement is the act of welcoming youth join in the shaping of a community. Youth engagement takes place when a primarily adult-run organization invites youth to share, learn and work with them. Being invited to participate is an opportunity to build on strengths and develop skills, and to exercise
- [What we do](https://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/) - en·gage [en-geyj]: to occupy oneself; become involved: to engage in business or your local youth-in-care network! Contact us for more info! Join us on Facebook!
- [The Ability to Dream](https://voices.mb.ca/about/our-voices/opinion-materials/the-ability-to-dream/) - The Ability to Dream ‘Vision’ is the way we see the world around us, looking beyond our present circumstances to find the courage to do what it takes to make our hopes come to life. Take a minute to consider your ‘vision’ by using these 3-A’s: Awareness, Attitude and Action. To help your dreams become
- [Our Voices](https://voices.mb.ca/about/our-voices/) - Do you write? Do you sing? Do you draw? Do you dance? There are so many ways to make your voice heard. Here is a space for you to get it out there! Follow the links on the left to see the work of other youth-in-care and alumni of care. Feel free to submit your
- [Privacy Policy](https://voices.mb.ca/privacy-policy/) - * Employees of the VOICES! Manitoba's Youth In Care Network program (Boys and Girls Clubs of Winnipeg) shall protect the confidentiality of all information acquired from the members of any other person who recieves services regarding the member and the member's family during their employment with the Voices program * Staff are obligated to safeguard
- [The Rights of the Child (UNCRC)](https://voices.mb.ca/resources/the-rights-of-the-child-uncrc/) - Child friendly pdf The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child November 20th, 2009, will mark the twentieth anniversary of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC). Voices has been celebrating this landmark with weeks of coverage on the System Kidz radio program, and around Winnipeg. The UNCRC is

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- [Donate Today!](http://voices.mb.ca/get-involved/donate/) - Our Vision “Through youth-driven leadership, community awareness and advocacy, VOICES: Manitoba’s Youth in Care Network is committed to engaging, equipping, and empowering youth in and from care.” Vision Statement: “Every youth-in-care has the opportunity to grow and develop to their best potential.” About Our Charity Voices: Manitoba’s Youth in Care has grown to become one
- [Calendar of Events](http://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/calendar/)
- [Radio Show](http://voices.mb.ca/what-we-do/programs/system-kidz/)

## Categories

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