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News, updates, and stories about social care in BC
Unfold the recent happenings and advancements in social services
May 3, 2024
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APPLICATIONS EXTENDED
The Youth Education Bursary assists young people who are, or have been, in care and want to pursue a career in the field of Human Social Services. Since 2009 ...Read More
BCMSA & BCACC Launch New Mental Health Helpline for BC Municipal Workers
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoBCACC is pleased to announce the launch of a mental health helpline for BC Municipal Workers through the new “Connections to Care” program. The British Columbia Municipal Safety Association (BCMSA) has partnered with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) to introduce a phone service that connects municipa ...Read More
Non-Profit North 2024: Agenda
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoAbout
Non-Profit North is a new conference and professional development opportunity for non-profit organizations across Northern British Columbia.
Co-hosted by Vantage Point and The Federation of Community Social Services of BC, Non-Profit North will focus on the unique challenges that non-profits working in the North face. ...Read More
The Federation’s Community Chronicles: April 30, 2024 🌍
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoSOCIAL SERVICES NEWS
News, updates, and stories about social care in BC
April 30, 2024
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The Youth Education Bursary assists young people who are, or have been, in care and want to pursue a career in the field of Human Social Services. Since 2009, we’ve awarded $296,925 in bursaries to 217 recipients to ...Read More
Update session: Representative for Children and Youth
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoThe Office of the Representative for Children and Youth (RCY) invites you to an update session in follow-up to the engagement session that has informed a systemic review of the child welfare system in British Columbia.
Session date:
Monday, May 13, 2024
9 am to 10:30 am PDT via Zoom
Email the RCY at ...Read More
The Federation’s Community Chronicles: April 26, 2024 🌍
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoSOCIAL SERVICES NEWS
News, updates, and stories about social care in BC
April 23, 2024
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APPLICATIONS EXTENDED
The Youth Education Bursary assists young people who are, or have been, in care and want to pursue a career in the field of Human Social Services. Since 2009, we’ve awarded $296,925 in bursaries to 217 recipients to ...Read More
How to create a culture of recognition and acknowledge contributions: FCSSBC and CMHA
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoWelcome to our upcoming workshop, “How to Create a Culture of Recognition and Acknowledge Contributions”! In this engaging one-hour session, we’ll dive into the pivotal role that recognition and rewards play in fostering a psychologically safe workplace. Our interactive workshop is designed to equip you ...Read More
Register Today for Non-Profit North Pre Conference
/in Federation News, Uncategorized, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisRegister Today! Better Together: A Gathering of Northern Community Social Services. May 8, 2024
The Federation of Community Social Services of BC is pleased to invite you to Better Together: A Gathering of Northern Community Social Services, a Non-Profit North pre-conference. Our goal is to bring the N ...Read More
Parenting workshops: Parent Support Services Society of BC
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoFree online parenting workshops for parents and kinship caregivers in BC
Creating and Deepening Attachment with Our Children
Wed., May 1st – 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Children need healthy attachments to feel safe, seen, and secure. In this workshop, we will introduce the different attachments that children develop and how we can me ...Read More
The Federation’s Community Chronicles: April 23, 2024 🌍
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoSOCIAL SERVICES NEWS
News, updates, and stories about social care in BC
April 23, 2024
Registration is OPEN! June 2024 Current & Emerging Issues Conference
Our June conference focuses on current and emerging issues that our members have said they want to hear more about. The Federation AGM w ...Read More
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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 »