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 »
Projects & Issues Update: Mental Health Budget, Master Insurance Plan, Round Table, Health & Safety Council
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisOver the past 18 months, the entire Federation team has been focusing a lot of time and energy on supporting you and your organizations through the chaos and uncertainty of […]
Support to Practice Training
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisNew Fall Cohorts Open for Registration In the spring, The Federation launched the latest iteration of our regional training opportunities for members, allies, and partners across the sector—Support to Practice […]
Join the Reconciliation Book Club
/in Federation News, Member Engagement, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisTake another step toward reconciliation You have probably heard, over the past few years, Federation staff and board members speaking about our organization’s commitment to reconciliation and resurgence. Most of […]
Youth Education Bursary Awards 2021
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisA personal thank you and a call for donations Each year, when The Federation’s Youth Education Bursary Committee reviews the application from dedicated and deserving young people beginning or continuing […]
National Indigenous Peoples Day
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisMonday, June 21 is National Indigenous People’s Day—a chance to recognize, honour, and celebrate the heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples! This year, […]
Statement of Acknowledgement and Support
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisOn behalf of the staff and board of The Federation of Community Social Services of BC, we want to extend our love and support to the families, communities, and Elders […]
‘Refilling Your Basket’ – Register For Our June Networking Event
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisEach year, The Federation’s June conferences are an opportunity to examine current and emerging issues—the things that you, our members, tell us you want to hear and learn more about. […]
New Community Social Services Training Fund Workshops & Webinars
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisA couple of months ago, we announced the launch of a series of learning and development workshops focused on coaching, leadership, and human resources management to complement the two main […]
Register to get your COVID vaccine
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisOver the next few weeks, a significant increase in vaccine supply will become available to British Columbians. More than 1 million doses of the Pfizer vaccine are set to arrive […]
BC Budget 2021
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisLast week, Federation Executive Director Rick FitzZaland and Member Engagement and Policy Coordinator Pam Alcorn provided members with an overview and explanation of BC Budget 2021. While it did not […]