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.
The Federation of Community Social Services of BC
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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 »
Early Years Community Consultations
/in Member Engagement, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisFrom January to March, MCFD, ECL Early Childhood Consulting, and The Federation of Community Social Services of BC are teaming up to host brand-new training and dialogue sessions for early […]
Report on the 2019 Budget Consultations & Social Services Investments
/in Member Engagement, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisLast fall, the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services held public consultations on the upcoming provincial budget. This process happens every year—and every year The Federation presents to […]
Legislative Roundup and Recap 2018
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisThe Federation’s focus on advocacy takes different forms at different times. But a big part of this work involves closely monitoring legislative changes and policy developments that affect the well-being […]
Research Bulletin November 2018: Income Supports and Services
/in Research Bulletin, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisThis month’s research bulletin focuses on research and reports related to income and disability supports, poverty reduction, and welfare-related service delivery. The articles and reports below discuss income supports for the […]
Legalization of Cannabis: Implications, Resources, and Research for Federation Members
/in Member Engagement, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisAt the October Conference, we hosted an Open Space session focused on concerns about the legalization of cannabis. Members hosted sessions focused on HR implications, practice implications, the history of […]
Charities and Political Activities: Update and Next Steps
/in Member Engagement, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisLast month, federal Finance Minister Bill Morneau tabled a motion in the House of Commons that would, among other things, amend Canada’s Income Tax Act in order to “remove the limits on […]
Research Bulletin October 2018: Substance Use, Treatment, and Recovery
/in Research Bulletin, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisThis month’s research bulletin focuses on research and reports related to substance use, treatment, and recovery as well as perceptions and stigma related to drug use and the ongoing overdose […]
What it means to be a part of this Federation
/in Federation News, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisIt was great to see so many of you at The Federation’s October Conference and General Meeting last week. And I am very happy to announce that our Federation is […]
October Projects and Issues Update
/in Member Engagement, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisAs always, The Federation has been focused on a number of ongoing projects and issues on behalf of our members. Your board members, Rebecca, and I have been advocating and […]
Poverty Reduction in BC: New Legislation & Next Steps
/in Member Engagement, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisLast week, our provincial government tabled the Poverty Reduction Act (Bill 39). The proposed legislation uses the Market Basket Measure (which is now Canada’s official poverty line measure) and identifies the following targets—decreasing […]