Blog Posts and Updates
Changes happen quickly in our sector. Check this space for Weekly Updates from our Executive director, news releases, issue tracking, and posts from our leadership blog.
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The Federation of Community Social Services of BC
102 - 739 Kings Road
Victoria, BC, V8T 1W4
T: 250.480.7387
E: info@fcssbc.ca
Reconciliation
Our committment to reconciliation and decolonization includes recognizing that our work takes place on the unceded lands of many First Nations. In all that we do, The Federation strives to create more equitable relationships for and with our Indigenous partners and community members.
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About The Federation
The Federation of Community Social Services of BC has been a provincial leader in the child, youth, adult, and family serving field for 40 years. We provide tools and supports that enable BC’s community social services to do their best work. Read more »
COVID-19: Updates, Supports & Resources for Federation Members
/in Federation News, Member Engagement, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisAs the COVID-19 pandemic unfolds, we are doing our very best to keep Federation members informed and up-to-date. We are in constant communication with our members, government colleagues, and sector […]
COVID-19 Information for Social Services
/in Federation News /by Amy MullisSupporting the health and welfare of vulnerable populations during the pandemic requires balancing measures that need to be taken to prevent transmission of COVID-19 against the risks of withdrawing your […]
COVID-19 Update for Members
/in Federation News, Member Engagement, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisAs many of you know, events are being cancelled, businesses are closing, and BC’s top doctor, Dr. Bonnie Henry, is urging people to follow directions regarding hand hygiene, social distancing, […]
Training Opportunities for Fed Members
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisLast fall, The Federation launched a new program for our members—an ongoing series of regional training opportunities across the province. It is something we have wanted to do for a […]
The Federation’s Award for Excellence
/in Member Engagement, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisLast week, I spoke about the Federation’s Youth Education Bursary and the way that it serves to welcome young people into our sector and our work. Today, I want to […]
Youth Education Bursary Applications
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisMany of you already know that the idea behind The Federation’s Youth Education Bursary actually came from Federation members, not the board of directors or staff team. But what you […]
Federation Research Bulletin: February 2020
/in Research Bulletin, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisThis month’s research bulletin includes new articles and reports about foster and kinship care, the needs of young parents in care, public perceptions of child protection work, intimate partner violence, […]
Bill C-92 Webinar Recording & Slides
/in Member Engagement /by Amy MullisOn Monday, February 10th, The Federation hosted a short webinar with James Wale, the Director of Operational Child Welfare and Reconciliation Policy at MCFD, to speak to some of the […]
An Important Leadership 2020 Update
/in Federation News, Leadership 2020, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisIn November, The Federation’s 13th cohort of Leadership 2020 graduates completed the program. They joined the ranks over 400 alumni from across BC who have participated since 2011. Around the […]
A new year at The Federation: Changes & Opportunities
/in Federation News, Weekly Update /by Amy Mullis1. Our continuing mission… For many of us, the beginning of a new year is an opportunity to reflect on where we’ve come from and where we want to go […]