The latest SOCIAL SERVICES NEWS is here! ๐
Kamloops' new urgent care centre
Drug crisis updates
Reconciliation Book Club
2025 Social Policy Forum info
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๐จBC Disability Collaborative launched a campaign to highlight the 80,000+ children in BC with support needs who are underserved. Families share their stories, urging @Dave_Eby to fulfill his promises.
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๐ฃ Join us Feb. 12โ14, 2025, for the Social Policy Forum in Victoria, BC! Explore topics like decolonization, advocacy & cybersecurity with top leaders. Early Bird: $279 until Jan. 13. Register now: https://t.co/k7kZJ9sDaa
#SocialPolicyForum2025#BC#Decolonization
๐ Canada gets an "F" on the 2024 Disability Poverty Report Card.
Key findings:
โก๏ธ 1 in 6 people with disabilities live in poverty.
โก๏ธ Poverty rates are 2x higher than for those without disabilities.
โก๏ธ Avg. income needed to reach the poverty line: +30%.
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Applications for Cohort 5 of the Transformative Reconciliation Program are OPEN!
๐ For leaders ready to create real-world reconciliation practices.
๐ก Learn decolonizing principles & Indigenous Knowledges.
๐ธ Bursaries available!
๐ Apply by Dec. 16: https://t.co/iljgaYhPPw
๐ข Exciting Update from Our Member!
St. Leonard's Youth & Family Services is now LEO STREET Youth & Family Services ๐. Same mission, new nameโa place where belonging sparks growth & change.
#SocialJustice#YouthSupport#Community
๐ข In today's SOCIAL SERVICES NEWS:
- Historic reforms for First Nations families
- Disability cheque delays during postal strike
- Dakelh coupleโs 1,500-km journey for child welfare reform
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๐ Support the Next Generation of Social Services Leaders!
The Youth Education Bursary helps youth in care pursue careers in human & social services. We've awarded $296,925 to 217 students.
Make a difference! Donate today: https://t.co/tSm9lgwDAT
#SocialServices#YouthEducation
๐ Join The Federation's Reconciliation Book Club! On Dec 18, we'll discuss Fatty Legsโa story of resilience & hope. Open to staff at member organizations. Let's learn & grow together. #Reconciliation#FCSSBC#BookClub
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๐จ SOCIAL SERVICES NEWS is here!
Get the latest updates on:
- Health challenges in BC hospitals ๐ฅ
- Mental health post-COVID ๐ง
- Housing solutions ๐๏ธ
- Advocacy & Reconciliation ๐
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We're confident that Minister Wickens' experience & knowledge will serve MCFD well as she temporarily takes on this portfolio as acting Minister & collaborates with our sector.
The Federation sends our well wishes to Minister Lore as she focuses on her recovery - we have valued our relationship & look forward to working together again in the future.
๐ข Mark your calendar! Feb. 12โ14, 2025: The Social Policy Forum in Victoria, BC. Learn, connect, and inspire action on topics like decolonization, cybersecurity & advocacy. Early Bird: $279 (ends Jan. 13). Register now! https://t.co/k7kZJ9s5kC #SocialPolicyForum2025#BC
๐จ Applications for Cohort 5 of the Transformative Reconciliation Program are OPEN!
Join us to explore decolonizing principles, Indigenous Knowledges, & more.
๐ Apply by Dec. 16.
๐ธ 50% bursary available for eligible organizations.
Details & Apply: https://t.co/iljgaYhhZY
The Federation's Youth Education Bursary has supported youth from care to pursue careers in social servicesโover $296K awarded so far!
This #GivingTuesday, your donation can help even more students succeed. Learn more & donate: https://t.co/cgG4qga4ga #GivingTuesdayCA
Ready to lead change? Join The Federation's Transformative Reconciliation Program (Cohort 5)! ๐
๐ Start Date: Jan 15, 2025
๐ Monthly sessions to transform practice through decolonizing principles & Indigenous Knowledges.
Apply now: https://t.co/iljgaYhPPw