EMERGENCY / IMMEDIATE CRISIS (24/7) • Emergency Services: Call 911 (For immediate danger or life-threatening situations.) • Klinic Crisis Line (Counselling & Crisis Intervention): 1-888-322-3019 (Toll-Free) or 204-786-8686 (Winnipeg) • Manitoba Suicide Prevention & Support Line: 1-877-435-7170 (Toll-Free) • Mobile Crisis Service (Mental Health Crisis): 1-877-499-8770 (Toll-Free) or 204-940-1781 (Winnipeg) • Manitoba Addictions Helpline (Substance Use Support): 1-855-662-6605 (Toll-Free) • Hope for Wellness Help Line (Indigenous Support): 1-855-242-3310 (Toll-Free, for all Indigenous people) • Westman Crisis Services (Brandon Area): 204-725-4411 (24/7, for mental health crisis in the Westman region) GENERAL SUPPORT, TRAUMA & ADDICTION • 211 Manitoba (General Resource Finder): Dial 2-1-1 or 1-855-258-4126 (Connects to community, social, and health services.) • Klinic Community Health (Trauma Counselling Intake - 18+): 204-784-4059 (Intake Line) • Manitoba Farm, Rural & Northern Support Services: 1-866-367-3276 (Toll-Free, for confidential counselling) • Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM) - Brandon: 204-729-3838 • The Counselling Centre (Brandon): 204-726-8706 (Affordable counselling for individuals and families, including grief and loss.) • Family Therapy Services (New Directions): 431-317-5600 (Trauma-informed, attachment-based interventions.) FAMILY, ADVOCACY & CFS SYSTEM NAVIGATION • Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre (Indigenous Family Support): 1-888-962-6294 (Toll-Free) or 204-925-0300 (Winnipeg) • Child and Family All Nations Coordinated Response Network (ANCR): 204-944-4200 (Winnipeg) or 1-866-345-9241 (Outside Winnipeg) - This is the intake service, they can also provide resource information. • SCO CFS System Navigator (Southern Chiefs' Organization): 1-866-876-9701 (Toll-Free, for First Nation families in southern MB navigating the CFS system) • Legal Aid Manitoba (CFS System Legal Help): 1-800-261-2960 (Toll-Free)

Please read this note carefully. This course and Community Mum’s Challenging Cfs provides educational information and critical analysis of The Child and Family Services Act (CFS Act) of Manitoba and related systemic issues. • This is for Educational Purposes Only: The content, materials, discussions, and examples provided in this course are for general information, self-help, and educational purposes only. • Not a Substitute for Legal Counsel: This course does not constitute legal advice, legal opinion, or a recommendation by a lawyer. It is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified legal professional. • Seek Professional Advice: If you are facing child protection proceedings, have a court date, or require advice on your specific legal situation, you must consult with a lawyer who is licensed in Manitoba. Time is often critical in CFS matters. • Use at Your Own Risk: We are not responsible for any action or inaction you choose to take based on the information provided in this course. By participating in this course, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to this disclaimer.

Community Guidelines: Safety & Support To ensure a productive and safe space for everyone, please adhere to these guidelines: 1. Respect and Confidentiality: Treat every member with respect and always maintain the confidentiality of others' situations. 2. Legal Disclaimer: Remember, this community provides education and information, not legal advice. Always consult with a qualified lawyer (especially Legal Aid) regarding your specific case. 3. Stay Focused: Keep discussions relevant to the Manitoba CFS Act, advocacy strategies, and the course content.