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June is Pride Month — a time to celebrate the diversity, strength, and resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community. At Starling Community Services, we recognize the courage it takes to live authentically and are proud to support inclusive, affirming spaces for all individuals and families.

There’s something magical about this time of year. The sun is shining a little longer, the air feels fresher, and everything around us is coming back to life. After a long winter, getting outside and moving again isn’t just a nice change, it’s a great thing you can do for your mental health. 

As a parent, it can be incredibly difficult to see your child experience an anxiety attack. Even if you’ve learned strategies to work on your own mental health, it can still be hard to stay calm when your child is struggling. Here are some tips to help you remain composed and be the calm presence your child needs. 

The question "Tell me a bit about yourself" is one of the most common—and dreaded—questions in a job interview. While it might sound easy, it can throw off even the most prepared candidates. So, how do you answer it? Here are a few simple tips to get you started and set yourself up for success! 

Going for a job interview can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. It's a chance to show a potential employer that you're the right person for the job. But it's not only about how you answer their questions. To make the best impression, be prepared and follow these tips to help you succeed.

References are a key part of the hiring process because they give real-world support to the information you already shared in your resume or interview. Here’s some basic information you should know about references and how to prepare them. 

Explore some of the Renter's Toolkit tips to keep in mind as you search for your next apartment.

If you are facing housing instability in Waterloo Region, here's how our Housing Resource Centres can help with eviction prevention and re-housing services.

Explore 5 questions that every tenant should know the answer to when it comes to the maintenance and repairs of your rental.