Strengthening ties, together.

Interwoven Connections represents the tapestry of families and relationships formed through adoption, kinship and customary care. We create spaces and experiences where parents and caregivers feel seen and heard. Where they have access to trauma sensitive services and supports at every stage of their journey.

We are here to support you,

wherever you are in your journey.

WHO WE HELP

Beginning the Journey

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Prospective Parents
& Caregivers

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Parents & Caregivers

Professionals

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Explore our Peer to Peer Network.

Our Peer to Peer network allows kin, customary care, and adoptive parents direct support with a Peer Connector for resources, advocacy and connection with one another .

Upcoming Events

Events
[East] Coffee Connections in Whitby
Apr 3
[East] Coffee Connections in Whitby

Come as you are and meet other parents and caregivers in Whitby in a supportive space for conversation and connections. This event is open those registered in our free Peer2Peer Support Network Program.

[Support Group] Ages & Stages (10-13 years)
Apr 3
[Support Group] Ages & Stages (10-13 years)

Are you parenting a child with a chronological or developmental age between 10-13 years old? Join together with other parents and caregivers to share your experiences, and offer (as well as receive) support, encouragement and comfort from others on a similar adventure!

[GTA] Maple Syrup Festival
Apr 5
[GTA] Maple Syrup Festival

Looking for a fun family outing? Join us for at the Maple Syrup Festival in Woodbridge. This event is open to caregivers registered with the P2P Support Network and their families. Space is limited. Reserve your spot today!

ACO’s Provincial ARE 2025
Apr 6
ACO’s Provincial ARE 2025

It is time to register for this year’s ACO’s Provincial Adoption Resource Event (ARE) 2025! This year will shine a spotlight on Building Connections: Linking Prospective Adoptive Parents, Adoption Professionals and Resources. Take a peek at the details below to learn more about what we have in store for prospective adoptive parents this April!

[Support Group] AFCCA: For those identifying as fathers experiencing AFCCA with Al Coates
Apr 7
[Support Group] AFCCA: For those identifying as fathers experiencing AFCCA with Al Coates

Are you a someone who self-identifies as a father who is experiencing AFCCA (Aggression Toward Family/Caregivers in Childhood and Adolescence)?

Join us for an unique eight-session opportunity with Al Coates, U.K Social Worker and Advanced Practitioner in Non-Violent Resistance (NVR). In this group, learn valuable tools and strategies to navigate AFCCA situations that include topics such as NVR informed parenting, social norms around fatherhood, supporting your partner in two-parent homes, and where to find peer support.

[Support Group] Ages & Stages (6-9 years)
Apr 8
[Support Group] Ages & Stages (6-9 years)

Are you parenting a child with a chronological or developmental age between 6-9 years old? Join together with other parents and caregivers to share your experiences, and offer (as well as receive) support, encouragement and comfort from others on a similar adventure!

[Support Group] AFCCA Evening session
Apr 8
[Support Group] AFCCA Evening session

Aggression toward Family/Caregivers in Childhood and Adolescence (AFCCA) often leaves families feeling misunderstood, blamed, and isolated. This monthly, peer- facilitated support group provides a virtual safe space that allows our community of families, in all forms, to learn from one another and share their perspectives.

[Support Group] Older Parents and Caregivers of Adults with FASD
Apr 9
[Support Group] Older Parents and Caregivers of Adults with FASD

Are you aged 50+ and the parent/caregiver, kin, or customary caregiver to an adult aged 18+ who has or may have FASD? This monthly support and education group will address many of the unique issues often experienced by this age group.

[Support Group] Dad's Zone
Apr 9
[Support Group] Dad's Zone

Join members of the Interwoven Connections Dad’s Zone to share the joys and challenges you are facing in parenthood. This is a support group for families registered with Interwoven Connections.

[Support Group] Kinship
Apr 10
[Support Group] Kinship

Our monthly support group for kinship families provides a safe space for kinship parents and caregivers to connect with others raising children in their extended family. This is a support group for families registered with Interwoven Connections.

[Eastern] Family Bowling Event —WAITLIST
Apr 12
[Eastern] Family Bowling Event —WAITLIST

Looking for a fun family outing? Join us for a striking good time at Orleans Bowling Centre on Saturday, April 12th, at 1:00 PM. This event is open to caregivers registered with the P2P Support Network and their families. Space is limited -reserve your spot today!

[Support Group] Windsor/Essex County—Coffee & Connection
Apr 15
[Support Group] Windsor/Essex County—Coffee & Connection

Join us in the Windsor-Essex County on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, between 8:00-9:30pm, for a time of connection and support.

[Support Group] AFCCA—Kinship, Peer-Led Support Group
Apr 16
[Support Group] AFCCA—Kinship, Peer-Led Support Group

When aunts, uncles, grandparents, siblings, or other family/community members are caring for a child expressing aggressive behaviour, there can be additional challenges that arise from needing to navigate extended family dynamics and complex, multi-generational relationships. This monthly, peer-facilitated support group provides a virtual space that allows our community of kinship families, in all forms, to learn from one another and share their perspectives.

[Support Groups] Single Parents
Apr 16
[Support Groups] Single Parents

Our Single Parent Support Group meets monthly to connect and discuss the daily joys and challenges with other single parents and caregivers. This is a support group for families registered with Interwoven Connections.

[Support Group] Ages & Stages (0-5 years)
Apr 17
[Support Group] Ages & Stages (0-5 years)

Are you parenting a child with a chronological or developmental age between 0-5 years old? Join together with other parents and caregivers to share your experiences, and offer (as well as receive) support, encouragement and comfort from others on a similar adventure!

[Support Group] AFCCA Daytime session
Apr 22
[Support Group] AFCCA Daytime session

Aggression toward Family/Caregivers in Childhood and Adolescence (AFCCA) often leaves families feeling misunderstood, blamed, and isolated. This monthly, peer- facilitated support group provides a virtual safe space that allows our community of families, in all forms, to learn from one another and share their perspectives.

[Support Group] Prospective parents and caregivers with Danielle Otchie
Apr 23
[Support Group] Prospective parents and caregivers with Danielle Otchie

Are you exploring adoption, kinship, customary care or currently Adopt Ready? Join us monthly to ask questions, share your wins and struggles and connect! This session features our guest Danielle Otchie, MSW, RSW, and Program Manager of ACO's Centralized Adoption Intake.

[Support group] 2SLGBTQI+ Families
Apr 30
[Support group] 2SLGBTQI+ Families

Join us as we create a space for 2SLGBTQI+ families to promote positive outcomes for their children and themselves and create a safe and strong support network. This is a support group for families registered with Interwoven Connections.

[East] Coffee Connections in Whitby
May 1
[East] Coffee Connections in Whitby

Come as you are and meet other parents and caregivers in Whitby in a supportive space for conversation and connections. This event is open those registered in our free Peer2Peer Support Network Program.

[Support Group] Ages & Stages (10-13 years)
May 1
[Support Group] Ages & Stages (10-13 years)

Are you parenting a child with a chronological or developmental age between 10-13 years old? Join together with other parents and caregivers to share your experiences, and offer (as well as receive) support, encouragement and comfort from others on a similar adventure!

[North] Mystery at the Museum!
May 3
[North] Mystery at the Museum!

Join us at the North Bay Museum for an afternoon of fun and mystery. Families will solve clues and riddles to complete a fun scavenger hunt that will take them throughout the museum. At the end of the hunt, they will find a secret package that has been hidden for them! Afterwards we will gather for snacks and a craft! Weather permitting, we can continue the fun at the park located behind the museum.

[Support Group] AFCCA: For those identifying as fathers experiencing AFCCA with Al Coates
May 5
[Support Group] AFCCA: For those identifying as fathers experiencing AFCCA with Al Coates

Are you a someone who self-identifies as a father who is experiencing AFCCA (Aggression Toward Family/Caregivers in Childhood and Adolescence)?

Join us for an unique eight-session opportunity with Al Coates, U.K Social Worker and Advanced Practitioner in Non-Violent Resistance (NVR). In this group, learn valuable tools and strategies to navigate AFCCA situations that include topics such as NVR informed parenting, social norms around fatherhood, supporting your partner in two-parent homes, and where to find peer support.

[Support Group] Openness
May 6
[Support Group] Openness

Join us each month as we discuss all things openness! This is a support group for families registered with Interwoven Connections.

[Support Group] Kinship
May 8
[Support Group] Kinship

Our monthly support group for kinship families provides a safe space for kinship parents and caregivers to connect with others raising children in their extended family. This is a support group for families registered with Interwoven Connections.

[West] Family Event at the London Children’s Museum
May 9
[West] Family Event at the London Children’s Museum

We invite you to join us for a special evening of exploration and connection at the London Children's Museum! Bring your family and be a part of this exciting event where you'll discover the museum’s new location, enjoy hands-on exhibits, and connect with other families in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

[Support Group] Ages & Stages (6-9 years)
May 13
[Support Group] Ages & Stages (6-9 years)

Are you parenting a child with a chronological or developmental age between 6-9 years old? Join together with other parents and caregivers to share your experiences, and offer (as well as receive) support, encouragement and comfort from others on a similar adventure!

[Reading Nook] The Myth of Normal, by Gabor Maté MD + Daniel Maté
May 13
[Reading Nook] The Myth of Normal, by Gabor Maté MD + Daniel Maté

Free book club for adoptive parents, customary care, kinship caregivers. This week we discuss The Myth of Normal, by Gabor Maté MD + Daniel Maté.

[Support Group] AFCCA Evening session
May 13
[Support Group] AFCCA Evening session

Aggression toward Family/Caregivers in Childhood and Adolescence (AFCCA) often leaves families feeling misunderstood, blamed, and isolated. This monthly, peer- facilitated support group provides a virtual safe space that allows our community of families, in all forms, to learn from one another and share their perspectives.

[Support Group] Older Parents and Caregivers of Adults with FASD
May 14
[Support Group] Older Parents and Caregivers of Adults with FASD

Are you aged 50+ and the parent/caregiver, kin, or customary caregiver to an adult aged 18+ who has or may have FASD? This monthly support and education group will address many of the unique issues often experienced by this age group.

[Support Group] Dad's Zone
May 14
[Support Group] Dad's Zone

Join members of the Interwoven Connections Dad’s Zone to share the joys and challenges you are facing in parenthood. This is a support group for families registered with Interwoven Connections.

Advocacy, support, and guidance for all.

We aim to find innovative approaches to maintain unity within the family, ensuring that every member has the support and resources essential for their development and sense of belonging.