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
102 - 739 Kings Road
Victoria, BC, V8T 1W4
T: 250.480.7387
E: info@fcssbc.ca
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 »
Community Social Services: Weekly Bulletin Aug. 22, 2024
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoSOCIAL SERVICES NEWS News, updates, and stories about social care in BC Unveiling the latest developments in social services August 22, 2024 Subscribe HERE Table of contents Health & Mental […]
Community Social Services: Weekly Bulletin Aug. 15, 2024
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoSOCIAL SERVICES NEWS News, updates, and stories about social care in BC Unveiling the latest developments in social services August 15, 2024 Subscribe HERE Table of contents Report Homelessness & […]
Get Well Canada – Call to Sign Open Letter
/in Federation News, Member Engagement, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisFor those of you who were in attendance in Osoyoos in June, you will remember Dr. Paul Kershaw’s compelling presentation, “Social supports matter more for health than medical care. So […]
Suncha Baptiste is moving to CSSHSA
/in Federation News, Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoDear Members, I have some exciting news to share. Suncha Baptiste has accepted a position as a Workplace Psychological Health and Safety Consultant with the Community Social Services Health and […]
Community Social Services: Weekly Bulletin Aug. 8, 2024
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoSOCIAL SERVICES NEWS News, updates, and stories about social care in BC Unveiling the latest developments in social services August 8, 2024 Subscribe HERE Table of contents Health & Mental […]
Community Social Services: Weekly Bulletin Aug. 1, 2024
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoSOCIAL SERVICES NEWS News, updates, and stories about social care in BC Unveiling the latest developments in social services August 1, 2024 Subscribe HERE Table of contents Toxic Drugs Reconciliation […]
Community Social Services: Weekly Bulletin July 25, 2024
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoSOCIAL SERVICES NEWS News, updates, and stories about social care in BC Unveiling the latest developments in social services July 11, 2024 Subscribe HERE No Time to Wait: A review […]
Federation response to part 1 (of two) of the RCY new report: No Time to Wait: A review of MCFD’s child welfare workforce – Part One
/in Federation News, Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoDear Members, On July 23, the Representative for Children and Youth (RCY) tabled a special report on workforce capacity in the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). “No Time […]
New! Caregiver Learning Network has launched
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoWe are excited to share that the Provincial Support Agency Caregiver Learning Network (PSACLN) has launched! The PSACLN aims to support caregivers across BC by developing accessible virtual learning opportunities […]
Community social services: weekly bulletin July 18, 2024
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoFederation response to the new RCY report: Don’t Look Away Dear subscribers, On July 16, the Representative for Children and Youth (RCY) released Don’t Look Away – How one boy’s story […]