Weekly Update Blog

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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BCMSA & BCACC Launch New Mental Health Helpline for BC Municipal Workers

BCACC 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) […]

Non-Profit North 2024: Agenda

About 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 […]

The Federation’s Community Chronicles: April 30, 2024 🌍

SOCIAL SERVICES NEWS News, updates, and stories about social care in BC April 30, 2024 Subscribe HERE APPLICATIONS EXTENDED The Youth Education Bursary assists young people who are, or have been, […]

Update session: Representative for Children and Youth

The 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 […]

The Federation’s Community Chronicles: April 26, 2024 🌍

SOCIAL SERVICES NEWS News, updates, and stories about social care in BC April 23, 2024 Subscribe HERE APPLICATIONS EXTENDED The Youth Education Bursary assists young people who are, or have been, […]

How to create a culture of recognition and acknowledge contributions: FCSSBC and CMHA

Welcome 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 […]

Register Today for Non-Profit North Pre Conference

Register 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: […]

Parenting workshops: Parent Support Services Society of BC

Free 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 […]

The Federation’s Community Chronicles: April 23, 2024 🌍

SOCIAL 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 […]

Justice After Exploitation: Supporting Youth Navigate the Justice System

About this event Join Family Services of Greater Vancouver as Brenda Lochhead, a long-time Victim Support Worker and counter-exploitation expert, shares her insights into how best to support exploited youth as […]