One year on: recommitting to ‘Don’t Look Away’
Dear Members, July 16, 2025, marked the one-year anniversary of the release of Don’t Look Away, a pivotal report from the Office of the Representative for Children and Youth. Don’t […]
Entries by Giovani Izidorio Cesconetto
Budget 2026: submission to the Province of British Columbia
Who we are The Federation of Community Social Services of BC represents over 160 community social service agencies serving more than 250 communities across B.C., including those on recognized First […]
Let us talk about the real frontline of health care
When most people think about health care, they picture hospitals, doctors and emergency rooms. But ask anyone working in child care, housing, youth services or income supports, and they’ll tell […]
Community Connect – May 06, 2025
Stories, updates and insights from B.C.’s social services sector Table of contents Reconciliation Careers and events Families Get Well Canada toolkit webinar Children Stronger Together 2025 Women Seniors Youth Disabilities Good […]
What is the SE/M ratio and why should social services care?
How do we measure whether government spending truly aligns with our communities’ health needs? In British Columbia, one of the simplest and most powerful answers is the SE/M ratio — […]
Why social services are the future of health care in B.C.
We are overdue for a shift. For years, governments in British Columbia and across Canada have increased spending on medical care in hopes of improving health outcomes. But the results […]
March 28 Biweekly Update: Social Services Key Insights
SOCIAL SERVICES NEWS News, updates, and stories about social care in BC Unveiling the latest developments in social services March 28, 2025 Subscribe HERE Table of contents Housing Opportunities brought […]
Mar. 25 Biweekly Update: Social Services Key Insights
SOCIAL SERVICES NEWS News, updates, and stories about social care in BC Unveiling the latest developments in social services March 25, 2025 Subscribe HERE Table of contents Families Opportunities brought […]
Mar. 21 Biweekly Update: Social Services Key Insights
SOCIAL SERVICES NEWS News, updates, and stories about social care in BC Unveiling the latest developments in social services March 21, 2025 Subscribe HERE Table of contents Health Opportunities brought […]
Mar. 18 Biweekly Update: Social Services Key Insights
SOCIAL SERVICES NEWS News, updates, and stories about social care in BC Unveiling the latest developments in social services March 18, 2025 Subscribe HERE Table of contents Children Opportunities brought […]