{"id":4977,"date":"2026-02-17T09:31:29","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T14:31:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress-403092-6208938.cloudwaysapps.com\/?page_id=4977"},"modified":"2026-03-09T08:32:27","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T12:32:27","slug":"questions-reponses","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bridge2gether.ca\/fr\/questions-answers\/","title":{"rendered":"Questions et r\u00e9ponses"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"py-flex py-gap py-section py-background-color-1 \" style=\"--py-gap-value:var(--py-section-gap)\">\n<div class=\"py-container py-flex py-gap\" style=\"--py-gap-value:var(--py-container-gap)\">\n<div class=\"py-flex py-gap   \" style=\"--py-gap-value:var(--py-content-gap);--py-align-items:center\">\n<h1 class=\"py-text  fade-up\" style=\"--py-text-color:white;--py-font-size:var(--py-h1-s);--py-text-align:center\">Questions &amp; Answers<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"py-text  fade-up\" style=\"--py-text-color:white;--py-text-align:center;--py-max-width:672px\">A space for settlement service providers, refugee sponsors, and sponsored newcomers to ask questions and share experiences.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"py-flex py-gap py-section py-background-color-8 \" style=\"--py-gap-value:var(--py-section-gap)\">\n<div class=\"py-container py-flex py-gap\" style=\"--py-gap-value:var(--py-container-gap)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-piney-py-div py-div fade-up\" style=\"padding:20px;background-color:hsl(34, 43%, 90%);border:1px solid hsl(20, 53%, 82%);border-radius:16px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-67eca248 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-piney-py-icon\"> <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"color:#cd522c\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"py-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" d=\"m21.73 18-8-14a2 2 0 0 0-3.48 0l-8 14A2 2 0 0 0 4 21h16a2 2 0 0 0 1.73-3\"\/><path xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" d=\"M12 9v4\"\/><path xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" d=\"M12 17h.01\"\/><\/svg> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"py-text \" style=\"--py-font-size:1.4rem\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-brand-2-color\">Disclaimer:<\/mark><\/strong> This page provides an opportunity for settlement service providers, refugee sponsors and sponsored newcomers to ask questions and share their experiences. 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When should we make a referral?<\/h3>\n                                    <span class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-cat\"><p>Settlement Services<\/p><\/span>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"dropdown__icon\"> \n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"currentColor\"> \n                                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M5.293 7.293a1 1 0 011.414 0L10 10.586l3.293-3.293a1 1 0 111.414 1.414l-4 4a1 1 0 01-1.414 0l-4-4a1 1 0 010-1.414z\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"><\/path>                                     \n                                <\/svg>                                 \n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/button>\n                        <!-- panel -->\n                        <div x-ref=\"panel\" x-show=\"open\" x-transition.origin.top.left x-on:click.outside=\"close($refs.button)\" :id=\"$id('dropdown')\" x-cloak class=\"dropdown__panel\"> \n                            <div class=\"dropdown__panel-inner\">\n                                <p>Ideally, sponsors should help connect newcomers with a settlement service provider as early as possible after arrival. Settlement agencies can provide orientation, language assessments, employment supports, housing assistance, mental health referrals, and other services that complement the support provided by sponsors. Early referrals help newcomers access services when they need them most and reduce duplication of efforts between sponsors and service provider<\/p>\n                            <\/div>                             \n                        <\/div>                         \n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                <div id=\"post-6528\" class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item post-6528 qa type-qa status-publish hentry qa-category-collaboration-best-practices\">\n                <div>\n                    <div x-data=\"{open: false,\n        toggle() {\n            if (this.open) {\n                return this.close()\n            }\n\n            this.$refs.button.focus()\n\n            this.open = true\n            },\n            close(focusAfter) {\n                \n            this.open = false\n\n            focusAfter &#038;&#038; focusAfter.focus()\n            },}\" x-on:keydown.escape.prevent.stop=\"close($refs.button)\" x-on:focusin.window=\"! $refs.panel.contains($event.target) &#038;&#038; close()\" x-id=\"['dropdown']\" class=\"dropdown\"> \n                        <!-- button -->                         \n                        <button x-ref=\"button\" x-on:click=\"toggle()\" :aria-expanded=\"open\" :aria-controls=\"$id('dropdown')\" type=\"button\" class=\"dropdown__btn\">\n                            <!-- chevron -->                             \n                            <div class=\"py-flex py-gap\" style=\"--py-gap-value: 0.6rem;\">\n                                <div class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-heading-cat\">\n                                    <h3 class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-heading\">As a settlement worker, how can I better collaborate with refugee sponsors?<\/h3>\n                                    <span class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-cat\"><p>Collaboration Best Practices<\/p><\/span>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"dropdown__icon\"> \n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"currentColor\"> \n                                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M5.293 7.293a1 1 0 011.414 0L10 10.586l3.293-3.293a1 1 0 111.414 1.414l-4 4a1 1 0 01-1.414 0l-4-4a1 1 0 010-1.414z\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"><\/path>                                     \n                                <\/svg>                                 \n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/button>\n                        <!-- panel -->\n                        <div x-ref=\"panel\" x-show=\"open\" x-transition.origin.top.left x-on:click.outside=\"close($refs.button)\" :id=\"$id('dropdown')\" x-cloak class=\"dropdown__panel\"> \n                            <div class=\"dropdown__panel-inner\">\n                                <p>Strong collaboration begins with clear communication and a shared understanding of roles. Consider scheduling an introductory meeting with sponsors, discussing expectations, identifying areas of overlap, and establishing preferred communication channels. Regular check-ins can help address emerging challenges and ensure newcomers receive coordinated support.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>                             \n                        <\/div>                         \n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                <div id=\"post-6534\" class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item post-6534 qa type-qa status-publish hentry qa-category-settlement-services\">\n                <div>\n                    <div x-data=\"{open: false,\n        toggle() {\n            if (this.open) {\n                return this.close()\n            }\n\n            this.$refs.button.focus()\n\n            this.open = true\n            },\n            close(focusAfter) {\n                \n            this.open = false\n\n            focusAfter &#038;&#038; focusAfter.focus()\n            },}\" x-on:keydown.escape.prevent.stop=\"close($refs.button)\" x-on:focusin.window=\"! $refs.panel.contains($event.target) &#038;&#038; close()\" x-id=\"['dropdown']\" class=\"dropdown\"> \n                        <!-- button -->                         \n                        <button x-ref=\"button\" x-on:click=\"toggle()\" :aria-expanded=\"open\" :aria-controls=\"$id('dropdown')\" type=\"button\" class=\"dropdown__btn\">\n                            <!-- chevron -->                             \n                            <div class=\"py-flex py-gap\" style=\"--py-gap-value: 0.6rem;\">\n                                <div class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-heading-cat\">\n                                    <h3 class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-heading\">How can settlement service providers support trauma-informed interactions with sponsored newcomers?<\/h3>\n                                    <span class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-cat\"><p>Settlement Services<\/p><\/span>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"dropdown__icon\"> \n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"currentColor\"> \n                                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M5.293 7.293a1 1 0 011.414 0L10 10.586l3.293-3.293a1 1 0 111.414 1.414l-4 4a1 1 0 01-1.414 0l-4-4a1 1 0 010-1.414z\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"><\/path>                                     \n                                <\/svg>                                 \n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/button>\n                        <!-- panel -->\n                        <div x-ref=\"panel\" x-show=\"open\" x-transition.origin.top.left x-on:click.outside=\"close($refs.button)\" :id=\"$id('dropdown')\" x-cloak class=\"dropdown__panel\"> \n                            <div class=\"dropdown__panel-inner\">\n                                <p>Trauma-informed practice involves recognizing the potential impacts of trauma, creating safe and welcoming environments, offering choice and flexibility, and avoiding practices that may unintentionally re-traumatize individuals. Building trust, respecting cultural differences, and focusing on strengths can help foster positive relationships and outcomes.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>                             \n                        <\/div>                         \n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                <div id=\"post-6538\" class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item post-6538 qa type-qa status-publish hentry qa-category-collaboration-best-practices\">\n                <div>\n                    <div x-data=\"{open: false,\n        toggle() {\n            if (this.open) {\n                return this.close()\n            }\n\n            this.$refs.button.focus()\n\n            this.open = true\n            },\n            close(focusAfter) {\n                \n            this.open = false\n\n            focusAfter &#038;&#038; focusAfter.focus()\n            },}\" x-on:keydown.escape.prevent.stop=\"close($refs.button)\" x-on:focusin.window=\"! $refs.panel.contains($event.target) &#038;&#038; close()\" x-id=\"['dropdown']\" class=\"dropdown\"> \n                        <!-- button -->                         \n                        <button x-ref=\"button\" x-on:click=\"toggle()\" :aria-expanded=\"open\" :aria-controls=\"$id('dropdown')\" type=\"button\" class=\"dropdown__btn\">\n                            <!-- chevron -->                             \n                            <div class=\"py-flex py-gap\" style=\"--py-gap-value: 0.6rem;\">\n                                <div class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-heading-cat\">\n                                    <h3 class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-heading\">How can sponsors and settlement workers avoid duplicating support?<\/h3>\n                                    <span class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-cat\"><p>Collaboration Best Practices<\/p><\/span>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"dropdown__icon\"> \n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"currentColor\"> \n                                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M5.293 7.293a1 1 0 011.414 0L10 10.586l3.293-3.293a1 1 0 111.414 1.414l-4 4a1 1 0 01-1.414 0l-4-4a1 1 0 010-1.414z\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"><\/path>                                     \n                                <\/svg>                                 \n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/button>\n                        <!-- panel -->\n                        <div x-ref=\"panel\" x-show=\"open\" x-transition.origin.top.left x-on:click.outside=\"close($refs.button)\" :id=\"$id('dropdown')\" x-cloak class=\"dropdown__panel\"> \n                            <div class=\"dropdown__panel-inner\">\n                                <p>Regular communication is key. Discuss who will be responsible for specific tasks, such as helping with school registration, employment support, healthcare navigation, or community connections. Clearly defining roles and sharing updates can help ensure support is coordinated and efficient.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>                             \n                        <\/div>                         \n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                <div id=\"post-6536\" class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item post-6536 qa type-qa status-publish hentry qa-category-collaboration-best-practices\">\n                <div>\n                    <div x-data=\"{open: false,\n        toggle() {\n            if (this.open) {\n                return this.close()\n            }\n\n            this.$refs.button.focus()\n\n            this.open = true\n            },\n            close(focusAfter) {\n                \n            this.open = false\n\n            focusAfter &#038;&#038; focusAfter.focus()\n            },}\" x-on:keydown.escape.prevent.stop=\"close($refs.button)\" x-on:focusin.window=\"! $refs.panel.contains($event.target) &#038;&#038; close()\" x-id=\"['dropdown']\" class=\"dropdown\"> \n                        <!-- button -->                         \n                        <button x-ref=\"button\" x-on:click=\"toggle()\" :aria-expanded=\"open\" :aria-controls=\"$id('dropdown')\" type=\"button\" class=\"dropdown__btn\">\n                            <!-- chevron -->                             \n                            <div class=\"py-flex py-gap\" style=\"--py-gap-value: 0.6rem;\">\n                                <div class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-heading-cat\">\n                                    <h3 class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-heading\">What is the best way to introduce a newcomer to services in the community?<\/h3>\n                                    <span class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-cat\"><p>Collaboration Best Practices<\/p><\/span>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"dropdown__icon\"> \n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"currentColor\"> \n                                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M5.293 7.293a1 1 0 011.414 0L10 10.586l3.293-3.293a1 1 0 111.414 1.414l-4 4a1 1 0 01-1.414 0l-4-4a1 1 0 010-1.414z\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"><\/path>                                     \n                                <\/svg>                                 \n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/button>\n                        <!-- panel -->\n                        <div x-ref=\"panel\" x-show=\"open\" x-transition.origin.top.left x-on:click.outside=\"close($refs.button)\" :id=\"$id('dropdown')\" x-cloak class=\"dropdown__panel\"> \n                            <div class=\"dropdown__panel-inner\">\n                                <p>A warm referral can be very effective. This may include helping the newcomer schedule an appointment, providing information in their preferred language, explaining what to expect during the first meeting, and, when appropriate, accompanying them to an appointment. Warm referrals often increase engagement and reduce barriers to accessing services.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>                             \n                        <\/div>                         \n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                <div id=\"post-6526\" class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item post-6526 qa type-qa status-publish hentry qa-category-settlement-services\">\n                <div>\n                    <div x-data=\"{open: false,\n        toggle() {\n            if (this.open) {\n                return this.close()\n            }\n\n            this.$refs.button.focus()\n\n            this.open = true\n            },\n            close(focusAfter) {\n                \n            this.open = false\n\n            focusAfter &#038;&#038; focusAfter.focus()\n            },}\" x-on:keydown.escape.prevent.stop=\"close($refs.button)\" x-on:focusin.window=\"! $refs.panel.contains($event.target) &#038;&#038; close()\" x-id=\"['dropdown']\" class=\"dropdown\"> \n                        <!-- button -->                         \n                        <button x-ref=\"button\" x-on:click=\"toggle()\" :aria-expanded=\"open\" :aria-controls=\"$id('dropdown')\" type=\"button\" class=\"dropdown__btn\">\n                            <!-- chevron -->                             \n                            <div class=\"py-flex py-gap\" style=\"--py-gap-value: 0.6rem;\">\n                                <div class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-heading-cat\">\n                                    <h3 class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-heading\">What services are available to Privately Sponsored Refugees (PSRs)?<\/h3>\n                                    <span class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-cat\"><p>Settlement Services<\/p><\/span>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"dropdown__icon\"> \n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"currentColor\"> \n                                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M5.293 7.293a1 1 0 011.414 0L10 10.586l3.293-3.293a1 1 0 111.414 1.414l-4 4a1 1 0 01-1.414 0l-4-4a1 1 0 010-1.414z\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"><\/path>                                     \n                                <\/svg>                                 \n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/button>\n                        <!-- panel -->\n                        <div x-ref=\"panel\" x-show=\"open\" x-transition.origin.top.left x-on:click.outside=\"close($refs.button)\" :id=\"$id('dropdown')\" x-cloak class=\"dropdown__panel\"> \n                            <div class=\"dropdown__panel-inner\">\n                                <p>PSRs are generally eligible for many settlement services funded through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), including language training, employment services, settlement counselling, community connections programs, and information and orientation services. Eligibility may vary depending on the specific program, so it is always a good idea to confirm with the local settlement service provider.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>                             \n                        <\/div>                         \n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                <div id=\"post-6532\" class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item post-6532 qa type-qa status-publish hentry qa-category-settlement-services\">\n                <div>\n                    <div x-data=\"{open: false,\n        toggle() {\n            if (this.open) {\n                return this.close()\n            }\n\n            this.$refs.button.focus()\n\n            this.open = true\n            },\n            close(focusAfter) {\n                \n            this.open = false\n\n            focusAfter &#038;&#038; focusAfter.focus()\n            },}\" x-on:keydown.escape.prevent.stop=\"close($refs.button)\" x-on:focusin.window=\"! $refs.panel.contains($event.target) &#038;&#038; close()\" x-id=\"['dropdown']\" class=\"dropdown\"> \n                        <!-- button -->                         \n                        <button x-ref=\"button\" x-on:click=\"toggle()\" :aria-expanded=\"open\" :aria-controls=\"$id('dropdown')\" type=\"button\" class=\"dropdown__btn\">\n                            <!-- chevron -->                             \n                            <div class=\"py-flex py-gap\" style=\"--py-gap-value: 0.6rem;\">\n                                <div class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-heading-cat\">\n                                    <h3 class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-heading\">What should sponsors do if a newcomer needs support beyond what the sponsorship group can provide?<\/h3>\n                                    <span class=\"py-pa-cat-grid__item-cat\"><p>Settlement Services<\/p><\/span>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"dropdown__icon\"> \n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"currentColor\"> \n                                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M5.293 7.293a1 1 0 011.414 0L10 10.586l3.293-3.293a1 1 0 111.414 1.414l-4 4a1 1 0 01-1.414 0l-4-4a1 1 0 010-1.414z\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"><\/path>                                     \n                                <\/svg>                                 \n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/button>\n                        <!-- panel -->\n                        <div x-ref=\"panel\" x-show=\"open\" x-transition.origin.top.left x-on:click.outside=\"close($refs.button)\" :id=\"$id('dropdown')\" x-cloak class=\"dropdown__panel\"> \n                            <div class=\"dropdown__panel-inner\">\n                                <p>Sponsors are encouraged to connect newcomers with appropriate community resources and professionals. Depending on the situation, this may include settlement agencies, healthcare providers, legal services, mental health supports, employment programs, or other specialized services. Sponsors do not need to address every challenge alone and can often benefit from partnering with local organizations.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>                             \n                        <\/div>                         \n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"py-flex py-gap    fade-up\" style=\"--py-gap-value:var(--py-content-gap);--py-align-items:center\"><div class=\"wpgb-facet wpgb-loading wpgb-facet-10\" data-facet=\"10\" data-grid=\"wpgb-content\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","_seopress_robots_follow":"","_seopress_robots_imageindex":"","_seopress_robots_snippet":"","_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_robots_breadcrumbs":"","_seopress_robots_freeze_modified_date":"","_seopress_robots_custom_modified_date":"","_seopress_robots_canonical":"","_seopress_social_fb_title":"","_seopress_social_fb_desc":"","_seopress_social_fb_img":"","_seopress_social_fb_img_attachment_id":0,"_seopress_social_fb_img_width":0,"_seopress_social_fb_img_height":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_title":"","_seopress_social_twitter_desc":"","_seopress_social_twitter_img":"","_seopress_social_twitter_img_attachment_id":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_img_width":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_img_height":0,"_seopress_redirections_value":"","_seopress_redirections_enabled":"","_seopress_redirections_enabled_regex":"","_seopress_redirections_logged_status":"both","_seopress_redirections_param":"","_seopress_redirections_type":301,"_seopress_analysis_target_kw":"","_seopress_news_disabled":"","_seopress_video_disabled":"","_seopress_video":[],"_seopress_pro_schemas_manual":[],"_seopress_pro_rich_snippets_disable_all":"","_seopress_pro_rich_snippets_disable":[],"_seopress_pro_schemas":[],"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-4977","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"pp_statuses_selecting_workflow":false,"pp_workflow_action":"current","pp_status_selection":"publish","meta_box":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bridge2gether.ca\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4977","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bridge2gether.ca\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bridge2gether.ca\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bridge2gether.ca\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bridge2gether.ca\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4977"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/bridge2gether.ca\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4977\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5968,"href":"https:\/\/bridge2gether.ca\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4977\/revisions\/5968"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bridge2gether.ca\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4977"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}