The latest SOCIAL SERVICES NEWS is here! 🎉

Kamloops' new urgent care centre
Drug crisis updates
Reconciliation Book Club
2025 Social Policy Forum info

📅 Read now & subscribe! fcssbc.ca/dec-13-2024/

#BCSocialServices #CommunityCare

🚨BC Disability Collaborative launched a campaign to highlight the 80,000+ children in BC with support needs who are underserved. Families share their stories, urging @Dave_Eby to fulfill his promises.

📸 IG: @bcdisabilitycollaborative
📘 FB: BCDisabCollab
🐦 X: @bcdisabilitycol

📣 Join us Feb. 12–14, 2025, for the Social Policy Forum in Victoria, BC! Explore topics like decolonization, advocacy & cybersecurity with top leaders. Early Bird: $279 until Jan. 13. Register now: eventbrite.com/e/2025-federat…

#SocialPolicyForum2025 #BC #Decolonization

📉 Canada gets an "F" on the 2024 Disability Poverty Report Card.

Key findings:
➡️ 1 in 6 people with disabilities live in poverty.
➡️ Poverty rates are 2x higher than for those without disabilities.
➡️ Avg. income needed to reach the poverty line: +30%.

disabilitywithoutpoverty.ca/2024-disabilit…

Applications for Cohort 5 of the Transformative Reconciliation Program are OPEN!

🌍 For leaders ready to create real-world reconciliation practices.
💡 Learn decolonizing principles & Indigenous Knowledges.
💸 Bursaries available!

📅 Apply by Dec. 16: fcssbc.ca/programs/trans…

📢 Exciting Update from Our Member!

St. Leonard's Youth & Family Services is now LEO STREET Youth & Family Services 🎉. Same mission, new name—a place where belonging sparks growth & change.

#SocialJustice #YouthSupport #Community

📢 In today's SOCIAL SERVICES NEWS:
- Historic reforms for First Nations families
- Disability cheque delays during postal strike
- Dakelh couple’s 1,500-km journey for child welfare reform

Read & subscribe: fcssbc.ca/dec-10-2024/

#SocialServices #Reconciliation #ChildWelfare

🌟 Support the Next Generation of Social Services Leaders!

The Youth Education Bursary helps youth in care pursue careers in human & social services. We've awarded $296,925 to 217 students.

Make a difference! Donate today: fcssbc.ca/programs/youth…
#SocialServices #YouthEducation

For 40+ years, we've strengthened BC's community services, empowering agencies to support those in need. Together, we're building stronger communities! 💪 #BCNonprofits #CommunityServices #SocialImpact #StrongerTogether

📖 Join The Federation's Reconciliation Book Club! On Dec 18, we'll discuss Fatty Legs—a story of resilience & hope. Open to staff at member organizations. Let's learn & grow together. #Reconciliation #FCSSBC #BookClub
Sign up ➡️ fcssbc.ca/bookclub/

🚨 SOCIAL SERVICES NEWS is here!

Get the latest updates on:
- Health challenges in BC hospitals 🏥
- Mental health post-COVID 🧠
- Housing solutions 🏘️
- Advocacy & Reconciliation 📚

🔗 Read & subscribe: fcssbc.ca/dec-06-2024/

#SocialServices #CommunityCare #BCNews

The Federation sends our well wishes to Minister Lore as she focuses on her recovery - we have valued our relationship & look forward to working together again in the future.

We're confident that Minister Wickens' experience & knowledge will serve MCFD well as she temporarily takes on this portfolio as acting Minister & collaborates with our sector.

📢 Mark your calendar! Feb. 12–14, 2025: The Social Policy Forum in Victoria, BC. Learn, connect, and inspire action on topics like decolonization, cybersecurity & advocacy. Early Bird: $279 (ends Jan. 13). Register now! eventbrite.com/e/2025-federat… #SocialPolicyForum2025 #BC

🚨 Applications for Cohort 5 of the Transformative Reconciliation Program are OPEN!

Join us to explore decolonizing principles, Indigenous Knowledges, & more.

📆 Apply by Dec. 16.

💸 50% bursary available for eligible organizations.

Details & Apply: fcssbc.ca/programs/trans…

The 2024 BC Child Poverty Report Card reveals ongoing challenges & urges action on income support, tax fairness, & universal programs. Let's prioritize BC's children. 💡

📖 Read more: firstcallbc.org/2024-bc-child-…

#ChildPoverty #BC #Equity

The Federation's Youth Education Bursary has empowered 217 youth from care with $296K+ in funding since 2009.

This #GivingTuesday, help us support their dreams. Donate today: fcssbc.ca/programs/youth…

#GivingTuesdayCA #YouthInCare #YouthEmpowerment #SocialCare #Education

The Federation's Youth Education Bursary has supported youth from care to pursue careers in social services—over $296K awarded so far!

This #GivingTuesday, your donation can help even more students succeed. Learn more & donate: fcssbc.ca/programs/youth… #GivingTuesdayCA

For 40+ years, we've supported BC's community services, advocating for stronger policies and building connections that change lives. Together, we're creating inclusive communities! 💙 #BCNonprofits #CommunityServices #SocialImpact #InclusiveCommunities

Ready to lead change? Join The Federation's Transformative Reconciliation Program (Cohort 5)! 🌍

📅 Start Date: Jan 15, 2025
🌟 Monthly sessions to transform practice through decolonizing principles & Indigenous Knowledges.

Apply now: fcssbc.ca/programs/trans…