Children, Youth & Families

Screening for children from birth to age five is offered in partnership with local early childhood professionals and provides a chance for local families to have a free opportunity to check their child’s development.more info

Supports community cultural engagement through family gatherings and drum circles for families with small children.more info

Provides Indigenous teachings for children 6 years and under at Early Years Centres and offers additional support and resources to educators and parents, including drum circles for educators.more info

Offers support and counselling for Aboriginal families including helping to provide cultural and family connections for Aboriginal children and youth in care of MCFD.more info

A free twice a month gathering for families of children aged 0 – 6 years with Indigenous backgrounds. Gather to share stories, food and friends.more info

Provides emotional and practical support to Aboriginal (First Nations, Metis & Inuit) children, youth and families using a culturally respectful and client centred approach. more info

Provides case planning and case management and also coordinates service interventions with other service providers.more info

Serves children birth to 3 years who are at risk for developmental delay or disability, or the caregiver has a concern regarding the child’s behavior or developmentmore info

Intended for children who require extra support to be included in a child care setting more info

Information about the adoption process for families wanting to adopt a child or teen who has been in the BC Foster care system.more info