Corporate Information

Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan

Mission

RCC supports children and youth in discovering their potential and engaging in their communities, through excellence in innovative clinical services, assistive technologies, education, and research. We authentically engage with children, youth, families, and First Nations, Inuit, Métis, Newcomers, and other partners across Manitoba and beyond, with a focus on equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.

Vision

All children and youth, with their families, reach their full potential and pursue their dreams, in accepting, inclusive communities.

Values

RCC embraces the SEVEN SACRED TEACHINGS with gratitude to Elder Mary Wilson and Grandmother Helen Settee for their teachings. 

1. COURAGE (BEAR): TO FACE LIFE WITH INTEGRITY
Demonstrate Accountability (Excellence and Safety)
Act in the best interest of clients and families and support/empower children and youth. In collaboration with staff, partners, and funders, engage in continuous quality improvement, and the responsible use of the organization’s resources.

2. HONESTY (SABE): HONESTY IF FACING A SITUATION IS TO BE BRAVE
Collaborate Authentically
Value all voices and insights to co-create programs and services that meet the needs of clients, families, staff, partners and communities.

3. RESPECT (BUFFALO); TO HONOUR ALL OF CREATION IS TO HAVE RESPECT
Be Respectful
Honor all beliefs and backgrounds to promote a sense of welcoming and belonging, and upholding equity, diversity, inclusion and cultural safety. Demonstrate understanding and empathy and a willingness to work together. Be open to on-going self-reflection and continuous learning.

4. LOVE (EAGLE): TO KNOW LOVE IS TO FIND PEACE
Be Family-Centred
Authentically engage, involve, strengthen, and support children, youth, and families.

5. WISDOM (BEAVER): TO CHERISH KNOWLEDGE IS TO SEEK WISDOM
Innovate Boldly (Innovative Excellence, Courage, Leading Change)
Actively seek creative, thoughtful, and improved ways to do what we do. Think outside- the- box, embrace change, and don’t be afraid to do things differently.

6. HUMILITY (WOLF): TO KNOW YOURSELF AS SACRED PART OF CREATION
Value our Workforce
Build connection and trust throughout our workforce by demonstrating kindness, flexibility and compassion. Promote work-life balance, staff recognition, ongoing learning and development, authentic staff engagement in planning and decision-making, the provision of meaningful work, and resources dedicated to improve staff wellness.

7. TRUTH (TURTLE): TRUTH IS TO KNOW (AND LIVE) ALL THESE THINGS
Truth is to know and live all of these values. 

Strategic Plan

Our 2024-2028 Strategic Plan is built on the following four themes

Theme 1: EQUITY, DIVERSITY & SERVICE EXCELLENCE INCLUSION (EDI)

Theme 2: CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILY-CENTRED SERVICE DELIVERY

Theme 3: SERVICE EXCELLENCE

Theme 4: ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS

Download the 2024-2028 Strategic Plan (PDF)

Governance and Leadership

The Rehabilitation Centre for Children is grateful for the hard work and dedication of its Board of Directors.

Our current Board members are:

• Jeanette Edwards, Chair
• Bisola Ariyibi
• Albert Boakye
• Sarah Carr
• Sarah Kelso
• Jonathan Lau
• Quinn Lawrence
• Sandi Mitchell
• Helen Robinson-Settee

Non-voting members/staff:

• Cheryl Susinski, Executive Director
• Pavlo Motruk, Director of Finance
• Collette Wilson, Director of Corporate Services
• Jane Kidd-Hantscher, Executive Director, Children’s Rehabilitation Foundation

Public Compensation Disclosure

In accordance with requirements set out by the Provincial Public Sector Compensation Act, RCC has made its annual list of employees who make more than $75,000 a year available. 

Download RCC Statement of Public Compensation Disclosure 2023 (PDF)

Partners

Co-Locating Partners
 
Children’s Rehabilitation Foundation
 
Community Respite Service Inc.
 
Department of Families
 
Inspired by Wonder
 
Manitoba Possible
 
Rehabilitation Centre for Children
 
St. Amant
 
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority