Rainbows Canada

1. How inclusivity and cultural relevance are addressed:                                              As Rainbows is an inclusive institution, it is no surprise that their services are available to children of all races and religions. There are both secular and religious sub-programs available  in order to assist a broader range of people. Rather than apply a “one-size-fits-all” brush to grief management, Rainbows has developed seven “age-appropriate curricula and extensive, interactive training”. Each age appropriate curricula relies on activities that students of this age group find engaging and engrossing. It is also important to note that Rainbows has a great desire to make a positive difference in the lives of youths; a hallmark of culturally relevant pedagogy. Unfortunately, in current day Canadian society, grief affects more of  those from marginalized communities. Rainbows is therefore an organization that is committed to serving various community groups.                                                                                                          "Rainbows has served with more than 2.7 million youth since 1983"

2. What programs are available for Ontario students and their families? As stated before, there are seven age-appropriate curricula: “SunBeams: for children, pre-schoolers, ages 3-5 years Rainbows: for children, Senior Kindergarten – 8th grade Spectrum: for adolescents, 9 – 12th grade Kaleidoscope: for college age and adults relating to, recent or childhood loss. Prism: for single parents and step-parents to work through their own grief, help their children through grief, and rebuild the family unit. Silver Linings: community crisis response program for youth, Kindergarten - adolescents” These programs focus on introspective journals, games and stories that aid students in coming to terms with the grief do that they feel. http://www.rainbows.ca/Programs.htm

3. Sources: http://www.rainbows.ca/index.htm https://learn.etfo-aq.ca/content/enforced/46817-A3221EI/docs/CBS_ResponsivePedagogy.pdf?_&d2lSessionVal=vOg1PqFVnV5k7BLJXEqHBA4FU&ou=46817

4. Organization's Goals:            Rainbows for All Children of Canada strives to aid children and young adults cope and heal during times of great loss. Whether it’s loss of a loved one or a divorce, Rainbows understands that grief is an all encompassing and life changing event that can be aided through listening and counselling through not only specialized counsellors but also through group work.

5. How are programs accessed? There are several Rainbows locations throughout each Canadian province and territory. On the website, you may contact the specific Rainbows coordinator for your specific city or town.