Families at Radiance come from a beautiful tapestry of cultures and backgrounds. As they celebrate seasonal milestones, moments of togetherness are a vital part of their healing journey. But for a family living in shelter, traditions that once brought comfort and connection can suddenly feel out of reach.
At Radiance, we understand that when mothers are supported, families are supported too. A mother’s emotional and mental well-being can shape how safe, connected, and understood her children feel. By listening closely to mothers and recognizing the complexity of their experiences, Radiance offers support that is compassionate, practical, and trauma-informed.
In a shared space like the hall of the Children’s Centre, the mural becomes more than art. It becomes a language of its own, one that invites wonder, connection, and understanding. One child points to an animal. Another child notices and calls out a hidden letter. They turn to each other and laugh, and just like that, a shared experience begins to take shape. Through these interactions, children begin to build empathy, cultural awareness, and essential social skills.
Many people think domestic violence and human trafficking are completely separate issues. Domestic violence happens in relationships. Trafficking is often imagined as something done by strangers or criminal networks.
But Canadian police data shows there is real overlap—especially in sex trafficking cases.
Our work is made possible thanks to dedicated supporters who show up with compassion, generosity and a deep belief in the power of community. We’re proud to introduce Maria, our Community & Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, whose warmth and care help volunteers feel connected, valued and part of the transformational change individuals and families at Radiance experience.
Because someone once showed Tinsae care when he was young, he now offers that same care to the next generation of children. Curious to know what shapes his heart for helping others, we took a moment to sit down with Tinsae to learn what fuels his passion as a Residential Child Support Worker at Radiance.
Reconciliation begins with truth. Learning the real history of this land and listening to the stories of Residential School Survivors, as well as their families and communities, is an important first step. These stories must be honoured, not only to acknowledge the children who never returned home but to also recognize the resilience of Survivors and the ongoing intergenerational impacts of this history.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month – a time to recognize the importance of prioritizing our mental health and acknowledging the impact that mental health challenges can have on a person. As May leads into June, Mental Health Awareness Month leads into Brain Injury Awareness Month. This is the perfect time to discuss the correlation between traumatic brain injuries and mental health challenges.
We are proud to offer the ATTACH™ program to women and children at Radiance. ATTACH™ is a research-backed parental education program geared at strengthening the parent’s capabilities and improving the child’s mental health. Through ATTACH™, we are promoting and strengthening the attachment between parent and child by teaching parents the important skill of reflective functioning.