In a news release, the Manitoba Government announced a $300,000 investment in Harvest Manitoba's First Steps Infant Care Program.
The program gives infants under 2 access to critical supplies like diapers, baby food and ceral, and infant formula, with no cost to families. The First Steps Infant Care Program helps up to 2000 babies each month, and supports 130 communitiy agencies across Manitoba.
In the news release, Harvest Manitoba President and CEO Vince Barletta said the investment in the program will help babies and families when they need it most.
"Those first months and years of a child’s life are so important, yet for many families the cost of basic baby items can create financial strain and enormous stress...this support from the Manitoba government will help ensure that babies have access to the nutrition and care they need, while easing a significant burden for parents during a time that should be focused on bonding with their child. We’re deeply grateful for this investment in Manitoba’s youngest and in the families who are doing their best to give them a strong start," said Barletta.
The investment supports both the Manitoba Government's Mino’Ayaawag Ikwewag: All Women Doing Well Strategy and Pathways Forward: Manitoba's Poverty Reduction Strategy.
