Winnipeg Intake

The Joint Intake Response Unit (JIRU) was established as the primary first point of contact with the child and family services system in Winnipeg.

The JIRU operates as a separate agency mandated by the First Nations of Southern Manitoba Child and Family Services.

The JIRU handles both emergency and non-emergency calls. It will make initial assessments and, depending on the situation, will either deal with the call directly, or refer callers to appropriate services.

The JIRU operates a common telephone intake service, taking calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All calls to the JIRU are answered by highly qualified staff.

Goal of This Sub-Project:

To establish a jointly coordinated 24-hour intake and emergency service which will provide service on behalf of all agencies/offices within Winnipeg.