In this episode of United Voices, we sit down with Tara Bedard, Executive Director of Immigration Partnership, to explore how Waterloo Region is supporting newcomers as they settle, work, and belong.

Tara shares insight into why building a strong network of services is critical for immigrant success — and why, even amid federal cuts to permanent resident targets, supporting immigrants matters now more than ever.

This conversation highlights the power of welcome, community collaboration, and the collective role we all play in helping new Canadians thrive.

In this episode of United Voices, we speak with Robin Heald, Executive Director of the Child Witness Centre, to explore the organization’s vital role in supporting children and youth navigating the justice system after abuse or violence. Robin also shares her own powerful personal story - a moving reminder of why this work matters.

To learn more about the Child Witness Centre and they work they do visit childwitness.com.

To hear Robin’s story you can watch her CBC Documentary at https://tr.ee/u3IVYa

In this special double length episode of United Voices, we shine a light on the intersection of housing, humanity, and community with special guest Cameron Dearlove, Executive Director of Porchlight. Cameron shares his personal journey into community work and the bold vision behind Porchlight’s efforts to tackle housing instability and build lasting support systems in Waterloo Region. From the challenges of systemic inequity to the power of local partnerships, this conversation highlights the critical work being done to ensure everyone has a place to call home and a community that cares.