1. Ongoing Priorities  Supporting aboriginal families  Links to French language BSN  Read to Every Kid (early literacy)  Transition to School  How Does Learning Happen?

2. How Does Learning Happen? Four foundations: Belonging Well-being Engagement Expression/Communication Recommendations: 5 minute discussion at beginning of each meeting

3. Family Engagement Respectful Strength-based Mindful of the expertise of families Inclusive Broad-based Accessible Collaborative Based on clear communication An opportunity to learn On a continuum. Constantly changing Cross-sectoral

4. Barriers  Reaching Marginalized Families (geography/poverty etc.)  Transportation  Lack of awareness of services (agency/family )  Fear  Fragmented entry to services/support

5. Solutions  Hubs  Outreach in communities through libraries, health centres, schools, presence at community events  Family Resource Guides  Social media  Improved service navigation/coordination

6. Actions