Category: All That Kids Can Be

When I learned that my daughter, Nadine, was reading at a pre-K level in grade 2, it felt like a punch to the gut. I’m a single mother of four...

Two years ago, Mariano and Patricia, and their son, left Mexico and arrived in Milton for a fresh start. The couple explains they wanted a better life and a better...

When Mackenzie was growing up in Oakville, she found she had a lot of energy, but didn’t have the outlet to express it. She tried to channel her energy into...

“I was born in Syria, but when I was four, my family had to leave because it was too dangerous there. So we went to Jordan. I liked it there...

By supporting United Way agencies, you help parents like Pauline get the help their kids need....

Verdann’s tumultuous childhood—and the help she received from a United Way agency—put her on the path to helping others....

Rama and her husband, Fares, didn’t just receive language training and newcomer supports—they also gained a community....

For some people, adjustment to parenthood can be a tough transition. Having adequate access to supports and programs is vital for both the parents and babies to live happy, healthy...

“In reality, I just needed someone to direct me,” Misty-Lee says. “I needed a mentor.”...

Katona’s family moved a lot when she was a kid, which meant making friends was hard. After four or five times moving to a new place, getting close to people...