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 »
Parenting workshops: Parent Support Services Society of BC
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoFree 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 🌍
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoSOCIAL 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
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoAbout 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 […]
A Way Forward: BCACDI
/in Weekly Update /by Giovani Izidorio CesconettoFriends of BCACDI, We are pleased to share our vision for service delivery for children and youth with support needs. BCACDI member agencies are community-based not-for-profits and have had the […]
Budget 2024: A Fed Overview
/in Federation News, Member Engagement, Uncategorized, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisIt’s been a minute since the BC government released its 2024 Budget, and we’ve had that time to digest it and to find the areas where there are improvements for […]
Preparing your Organization for the 2024 Fire Season, a webinar and Q&A session
/in Federation News, Member Engagement, Member Support & Information, Uncategorized, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisJoin us on Monday, April 8 from 12:00-1:00pm (PST) for Preparing your Organization for the 2024 Fire Season, a webinar and Q&A lead by GTEC, Executive Director, Arden Henley. This […]
Registration is OPEN! Join is at Non-Profit North, May 9, 2024, in Prince George
/in Federation News, Member Engagement, Uncategorized, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisPlease join us in Prince George on May 9, 2024, for Non-Profit North, a new conference and professional development opportunity specific to non-profit organizations working across Northern British Columbia. Co-hosted […]
Applications for the 2024 FCSSBC Youth Education Bursary are now open.
/in Federation News, Member Support & Information, Uncategorized, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisThe Fed is excited to announce that applications for the 2024 FCSSBC Youth Education Bursary are now open. The FCSSBC Youth Education Bursary assists young people, ages 30 or younger, […]
Support 2 Practice Management to be offered virtually in April 2024
/in Federation News, Member Support & Information, Uncategorized, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisOverview Building on the learning and feedback through delivering Support to Practice Supervision (S2PS) to over 16 cohorts, the Federation, through facilitators Chris Burt and Gord Cote, is now piloting […]
SAJE | Strengthening Abilities and Journeys of Empowerment: Updates and Insights
/in Federation News, Member Support & Information, Weekly Update /by Amy MullisThe Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) is implementing new programs and expanding services and supports for youth and young adults with experience in government care. The Strengthening Abilities […]