“Continuing to provide and stay close with my sons,” David states as his plans for the future. “And always make sure they have a home.” Community and connection are important to David and he loves that living in Regina provides these life-giving aspects. His family started here and he loves the people his sons have become. “Both my sons are quick learners, artistic, very respectful and have a … [Read more...] about David C. (ID# NCFC0787)
Families
Kayla P (ID# NCFC0887)
Financial stability is a sought-after goal for many. For Kayla this is her personal goal, as she is wanting to “provide comfortable living situations” for her four children. Budgeting for her and her kids also involves planning for a lack of daycare supports. What she doesn’t have to skimp on is praise for her brood. Of one-year-old Ciarra, Kayla shares: “[She is] loving, ‘[a] mommy’s girl,’ … [Read more...] about Kayla P (ID# NCFC0887)
Shayn L (ID# NCFC0978)
“Dialysis gets bad some days,” Shayn shares. “Thankful for [my] kid and [that] my children have a safer life and [will] finish school.” The hopes of a father go with the children wherever their journey takes them. Shayn grew up on Gordon’s Reserve. “[My daughter is] helpful, smart, helps with my dialysis [and is a] social person,” he says. “[My son is] quiet, strong-minded, helpful and a social … [Read more...] about Shayn L (ID# NCFC0978)
Merrilee Y (ID# NCFC0981)
She’s willing to give a hand where she can, all while raising children and “dealing with homelessness and seeking resources.” Having grown up on Standing Buffalo First Nation, she came to Regina to pursue her education. Her family story started in 2002 when she met ‘that certain someone’ while she was attending university. “They are all unique, smart, very respectful,” Merrilee says of her … [Read more...] about Merrilee Y (ID# NCFC0981)
Sally K. (ID# NCFC0894)
Sally was born in Germany and moved to Canada with her family when she was 7 years old. Sally met her partner 4 years ago through online gaming and hopes to get married in the future. Sally is finding the cost of living to be hard on her family and would love to be able to afford dance fees. Sally has four children: caring and funny Hailey, drama queen/girly girl Addison, Ben and Logan who both … [Read more...] about Sally K. (ID# NCFC0894)
Emma L. (ID# NCFC0798)
Emma and her three children reside in Regina, which is Emma’s hometown. Emma is having troubles staying on top of bills and would love to be more financially stable in the future. Emma is open to learning about a variety of topics and wants to be more knowledgeable. … [Read more...] about Emma L. (ID# NCFC0798)
Santana B. (ID# NCFC0792)
Santana moved to Regina from Prince Albert two years ago to reunite with her children. She describes Kianna as outgoing, fun, pretty, with a strong spirit. Kierra is smart, caring nurturing, and kind. Santana hopes to find low-income housing for her family, so they can thrive. Her goal is to go to University to further her education. … [Read more...] about Santana B. (ID# NCFC0792)
Robert K. (ID# NCFC091)
Robert was born and raised in Regina and has four children. He is currently facing challenges keeping up with his bills. … [Read more...] about Robert K. (ID# NCFC091)
Brittany C. (ID# NCFC1291)
Brittany was born and raised in Regina and loves that our community always comes together to take care of each other. Brittany had been a single mom for four years when she met Justin, and they began their family together. They have been having to utilize community supports a lot lately and finds it difficult when the city doesn’t have a lot of resources for the unhoused community. Brittany would … [Read more...] about Brittany C. (ID# NCFC1291)