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 »
National Indigenous Peoples Day
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisMonday, June 21 is National Indigenous People’s Day—a chance to recognize, honour, and celebrate the heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples! This year, […]
Statement of Acknowledgement and Support
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisOn behalf of the staff and board of The Federation of Community Social Services of BC, we want to extend our love and support to the families, communities, and Elders […]
‘Refilling Your Basket’ – Register For Our June Networking Event
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisEach year, The Federation’s June conferences are an opportunity to examine current and emerging issues—the things that you, our members, tell us you want to hear and learn more about. […]
New Community Social Services Training Fund Workshops & Webinars
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisA couple of months ago, we announced the launch of a series of learning and development workshops focused on coaching, leadership, and human resources management to complement the two main […]
Register to get your COVID vaccine
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisOver the next few weeks, a significant increase in vaccine supply will become available to British Columbians. More than 1 million doses of the Pfizer vaccine are set to arrive […]
BC Budget 2021
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisLast week, Federation Executive Director Rick FitzZaland and Member Engagement and Policy Coordinator Pam Alcorn provided members with an overview and explanation of BC Budget 2021. While it did not […]
Updates to the Community Social Services Training Fund
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisIn February, The Federation opened applications for the Community Social Services Training Fund (CSSTF) and since then, dozens of organizations have signed up to get support for organizational training or […]
Award for Excellence Nominations
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisEvery spring, The Federation begins accepting nominations for its Award for Excellence. After the year that we have been through and the trying months that still lay ahead, I feel […]
Support to Practice: New Training to Support Staff Supervision
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisLast January, The Federation launched the first iteration of a new program for our members, allies, and partners throughout the sector—an ongoing series of regional training opportunities across the province. […]
Social Services Labour Market Research Project: Final Report Released
/in Weekly Update /by Amy MullisFor the past three years, The Federation has been working with SPARC BC and CSSEA on a research study of the community social services sector labour market. In August, we […]