In a fast-paced sector constantly changing, our members need regular information and updates on policy changes, government priorities, research, and program updates. That’s why our Executive Director posts a sector update each week for all of our members. Those posts appear here the following week.
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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.
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 »
Federation Projects & Issues Update
/in Member Engagement, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisThe past week and a half at The Federation office has been very focused on issues arising out of the government’s Sustainable Services Negotiating Mandate. On Monday, I shared with […]
Federation Research Bulletin: March 2019
/in Research Bulletin, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisThis month’s research bulletin includes articles and reports about harm reduction in BC, substance misuse, vulnerable youth, child exploitation, mental health, social work outcomes, inequality, and reconciliation-informed policy and practice. […]
Political activities and your agency
/in Member Engagement, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisOver the past six months, The Federation has been tracking developments and informing members about changes to the Income Tax Act regarding the political activities of charities (as well as how such […]
The Federation’s Award for Excellence
/in Federation News, Member Engagement, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisTaking time to recognize the work of our colleagues is important. It’s why The Federation devotes time to things like honouring retiring members, thanking outgoing board members, and sharing accreditation news. It’s […]
Research Bulletin February 2019: Social Sector Collaboration
/in Research Bulletin, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisThis month’s research bulletin focuses on articles and reports about successful collaboration and improving collaborative initiatives in the social sector. The reports below explore the interpersonal and systemic aspects of […]
Altogether better: Help us tell the stories of social care in BC
/in Member Engagement, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisAs many of you know, next month with be marked as Community Social Service Awareness Month in BC. It is an opportunity to recognize and raise awareness about the value […]
Early Years Community Sessions
/in Member Engagement, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisWe at The Federation believe that there is wisdom to be found in different and differing perspectives. We believe that the best community social services are built upon local knowledge […]
The Youth Education Bursary
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisWhen I was first joined The Federation team years ago, the Youth Education Bursary was one of the things that really drew me to the organization and inspired me as I took […]
Research Bulletin January 2019: Social Determinants of Health
/in Research Bulletin, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisThis month’s research bulletin focuses on articles and reports related to the social determinants of health—the social, economic, and political conditions that affect the health and wellbeing of people, communities, […]
Building Strong & Sustainable Community Social Services
/in Federation News, Member Engagement, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisLast February, the 2018 Social Policy Forum identified and focused on four of the key factors affecting the sustainability and capacity of British Columbia’s community social services sector: Inclusive and […]