We were honoured to be featured on CBC Manitoba’s The Weekend Morning Show to share the story of our new initiative: Bridging Generations: An Intergenerational Connection and Well-being Project, proudly funded by the New Horizons for Seniors Program.
Hosted by CBC’s Nadia Kidwai, the interview offered us the opportunity to speak about the growing issue of social isolation among older adults and youth, and how this project is creating meaningful opportunities for connection, learning, and mutual care across generations.
Bridging Generations brings together seniors, youth, and community members through storytelling, mentorship, volunteer engagement, and shared activities. It’s built on the understanding—reinforced by research from the World Health Organization and Canadian social prescribing networks—that loneliness is a public health issue. Strengthening intergenerational ties is one way we can address that, building more compassionate, connected communities.
We invite you to tune in to our CBC segment, available on the CBC Listen App or listen here to hear how this project is already making a difference.
Thank you to CBC Manitoba and Nadia Kidwai for shining a light on this important work and to the New Horizons for Seniors Program for believing in our vision.
If you’d like to get involved, whether as a volunteer, partner, or participant, we’d love to hear from you!
On May 3, over 50 volunteers and parish leaders from across Manitoba came together for a deeply meaningful Ministry of Care Training, a day grounded in compassion, connection, and renewal.
This province-wide training was a partnership between the Archdiocese of St. Boniface and the Catholic Health Association of Manitoba (CHAM), generously hosted by Mary, Mother of the Church Parish. Participants included those who serve in hospitals, long-term care homes, personal residences, and parish outreach — all responding to the call to bring spiritual comfort to the sick, elderly, and isolated.
To be a sign of hope for the sick, the Church is celebrating the Jubilee of the Sick and Health Care Workers on April 5, 2025- April 6, 2025.
Join CHAM for a Special Webinar: "Faith in Action – The Role of Parish Nursing in Holistic Care"
The Catholic Health Association of Manitoba (CHAM) invites you to a special webinar in celebration of the Jubilee of the Sick and Health Care Workers. This event will explore the vital role of Parish Nursing in integrating faith, health, and community to promote holistic well-being.
Local Jubilee Celebrations:
To further commemorate the Jubilee locally, the Archdiocese of Winnipeg offers resources and guidelines for parishes and communities. These materials provide insights into organizing events, prayers, and activities that honor the sick and healthcare workers. For detailed information and resources, please visit the Archdiocese of Winnipeg's official website.
Join us as we celebrate the compassion and dedication of healthcare workers and explore the healing power of faith in healthcare. Don't miss this inspiring conversation!