This issue highlights the power of coming together with purpose, including articles on several ALIGN member organizations that are building relationships that strengthen communities, enrich services, and ensure families receive the support they need to thrive, offering valuable insights into collaborative approaches that truly make sense—and make a difference.
Some of the issue highlights:
- ABC Head Start Society and Terra Centre for Teen Parents join forces to safeguard early childhood education spaces while providing wraparound support for young families. Their feature story, Space to Bloom, explores how two local charities aligned their strengths to maintain accessible, high-quality early learning while meeting the unique needs of teen parents.
- Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society, Boyle Street Community Services, and Islamic Family share how they are building meaningful bridges between Indigenous and newcomer communities. Their work centers on cultural connection, mutual learning, and creating inclusive pathways where families feel honored, seen, and supported.
Together, these stories reflect a shared truth: when organizations collaborate with intention, families benefit, communities grow stronger, and new possibilities emerge.