Safe Children, Supported Families & Strengthened Communities

We ensure that children are safe and nurtured in strong, loving families within a community of caring people.

Friday Drop-in Play Time to bond through play with your child.

You can come and pop in from 9am to 12 pm, and 1pm to 4pm.

CFS Holiday Gift Tree

Help Make a Child Smile.

Pick a tag, purchase an age appropriate gift, drop off unwrapped gift at CFS Western, Canadian Tire Brandon, or Home Hardware Virden.

Land Acknowledgment

CFS Western Manitoba recognizes our place situated on Treaty 2 territory, which has historically served as a gathering place for the Anishinaabe, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, as well as the traditional homeland of the Métis. We hold deep respect for the Treaties established on these lands, acknowledging the injustices and errors of the past. Our commitment lies in fostering a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration, and forging meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities.

Who We Are

Child and Family Services of Western Manitoba is a private, non-profit, community-based charitable agency, led by a community-elected and community-represented volunteer Board of Directors. Since 1899, we have been effectively serving the needs of Westman families and children. Besides providing mandated protection services, our agency offers a variety of family strengthening programs and services to families.

Qui nous sommes

Les services à l’enfant et à la famille de l’ouest du Manitoba est un office privé, à but non lucratif et communautaire dirigé par un conseil d’administration dont les membres, bénévoles et issus de la communauté, sont élus par la communauté. Depuis 1899, notre office répond aux besoins des familles et enfants de l’ouest du Manitoba. En plus de fournir des services de protection autorisés, nous offrons aux familles des programmes et services de renforcement de la famille variés.

Our Programs

Child Care

Nurturing the bond between parent and child while supporting the child’s developmental stages.

  • Preschool Enrichment
  • Daycare Options
  • Early Childhood Development

Family Programs

Programs for ongoing support within the home helping to provide a nurturing and healthy family.

  • Family / Parenting Support
  • Family Services
  • In-Home Support

Youth Support

Various programs that help children and youth create strong foundations of care and independence.

  • Youth Engagement Program
  • Intensive Permanency Services / Family Finding
  • Children’s Therapy Program

Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre

Centre where community meets families with parenting supports, early literacy, education and family activities. 

  • Programs & Drop Ins
  • Our Impact
  • Community Outreach

Ways to Get Involved

News & Updates

Get the latest news and information about our programs and community involvement.

CFS Foundation

The foundation is a way for philanthropic community members to strengthen families and support children and youth.

Volunteering

Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of local families and children? We have varying types of volunteer opportunities available.

About Adoption

A life-long process that unites a child who is emotionally and legally ready for a parent who opens their heart and home permanently.

Resource Families

Also known as ‘Foster Families’. Working in partnership with the Agency and children’s families to provide nurturing environments for children in care.

Career Opportunities

Are you interested in working with children and families in a dynamic agency that provides a flexible and supportive work environment? Come and work for us.

Accessibility & Participation

CFS of Western Manitoba is committed to providing equal access and participation for all people, regardless of their abilities. We aim to meet the standards of The Accessibility for Manitobans Act.

If you need more help, please contact our office at 204-726-6030 or at info@cfswestern.mb.ca. If you have any questions or need this information in an alternate format, please contact the Manitoba Accessibility Office.

Active Offer / Offre Active

Services will be provided in French on request.

Regulation 199/255, pursuant to The Child and Family Services Authorities Act, requires all Child and Family Services authorities to complete multi-year and annual French language strategic (FLS) plans in accordance with the expectations set out in the Regulation. The General Authority FLS plan sets out specific goals in each of the following areas: active offer, training, governance and co-ordination, reporting progress and establishing community partnerships.

Les services seront fournis en français sur demande.

Le Règlement 199/255 de la Loi sur les régies de services à l’enfant et à la famille exige que toutes les régies de services à l’enfant et à la famille et tous les organismes sous leur autorité présentent un plan annuel de mise en œuvre des services en langue française. La Régie générale des services à l’enfant et à la famille a préparé un plan de mise en œuvre des services en langue française qui répond aux attentes formulées dans le Règlement. Le plan fixe des objectifs précis pour chacun des points suivants : offre active, formation, gouvernance et coordination, rapport sur les progrès accomplis; ententes de partenariats communautaires.