The Federation

We lead with advocacy, connection and care.

The Federation brings member voices to the table, influences policy and builds sector resilience through collaboration and shared learning.

Because a strong, connected social services sector means a stronger, more caring B.C. 💚

We are The Federation of Community Social Services of BC. A network of 155+ organizations delivering essential social services across the province.

For over 40 years, we've supported and connected those working on the front lines of care. Strengthening the systems that help people thrive. 🌿

We're proud to represent B.C.'s community social service agencies. Working together for equity, justice and healthy communities across the province.

Our vision: a society where everyone has access to inclusive, high-quality social services.

#CommunitySocialServices #BC #Equity #SocialJustice

Get Well Canada BC Toolkit Health doesn’t begin with medical care – it begins in the conditions in which we are born, grow, live, work and age. Growing spending on social services is a win-win-win-win strategy for BC.

Health starts with housing, income, care and education. The work you do every day.

The Federation supports @gensqueeze.bsky.social's call for B.C. to fund prevention, not just treatment.

🔗 www.gensqueeze.ca/get_well_can...

#GetWellCanada #BCPoli

A bursary can open doors that once seemed out of reach 💙

Support youth from care studying social services:
🎁 fcssbc.ca/policy-and-a...

#FCSSBC #SupportYouth #Bursary #DonorImpact #SocialServices

Plus: free and low-cost training this November, from leadership skills to working-alone safety.

Explore all the resources: csshsa.ca
And to stay in the loop, subscribe to the newsletter: csshsa.ca/newsletters/

#Safety #Leadership #CSSHSA

Ever reacted in a way that shut down a good conversation?

CSSHSA's new People Working Well article, "Mastering Reactivity," shares three strategies leaders can use to build psychological safety and support team well-being.

Read the article: peopleworkingwellbc.ca/learning-hub...

Membership matters.

We connect 155+ community social services organizations across B.C. We support, advocate and lead so the sector and communities can thrive.

Learn more: fcssbc.ca/membership-m...

#MembershipMatters #CommunitySocialServices #BC #Advocacy #Equity

🌿 Federation members are hiring across B.C.

Explore new career opportunities in community social services:
🔗 fcssbc.ca/jobs

#BCJobs #Hiring #CommunitySocialServices

Benefits made for the people who care for others.

The Federation Association Benefit Plan offers custom coverage and consistent renewals for B.C.'s social services sector.

Details: fcssbc.ca/member-servi...

#SocialServices #Nonprofits #EmployeeBenefits #BC #Wellness

Open to all frontline staff.
Details & registration ⤵️
fcssbc.glueup.com/event/benefi...

#BenefitsWayfinder #CommunityServices #Training

Benefits Wayfinder Training for Frontline Staff | The Federation of Community Social Services of BC Are you looking to improve how you help clients with financial struggles? Prosper Canada's Benefits Wayfinder is a powerful tool!

Helping clients with financial challenges? 💸
Join a free virtual Benefits Wayfinder training with Family Services of Greater Vancouver!

🗓 Thurs, Nov. 20 | 1:00–2:30 p.m. PST
Learn to:
• Use Prosper Canada’s tool to find benefits
• Build trauma-informed money conversation skills

Archway Community Services is breaking barriers in mental health.

Counsellors help Abbotsford residents rebuild confidence, regain stability and reconnect with family despite funding gaps and rising demand.

Read more: buff.ly/y6PjjmI

#MentalHealth #CommunityServices #SocialImpact #Counselling

Then read the full report → inclusionbc.org/wp-content/u...

#DisabilityInclusion #BCPoli #CommunitySupports #Accessibility #HumanRights #InclusionBC #SocialInclusion #ChildAndYouth

Children and youth with disabilities in B.C. deserve better.

Our new article breaks down a joint call for a real provincial disability strategy. One that delivers timely, fair and culturally safe supports for every family.

Read the article → fcssbc.ca/news/organiz...

The Fraser Valley Child Development Centre has spent 40+ years empowering children, youth and families through collaboration and care. 💙

CEO Karen Dickenson Smith reminds us: “None of us can do it alone.”

Read how FVCDC builds stronger and more inclusive communities. 👇

Proceeds support Indigenous youth and our Youth Education Bursary, which has awarded $355K+ to 272 students since 2009.

All donors will be recognized in event promotions and materials.

Contact us (lisa[at]fcssbc.ca or 250-480-7387) to contribute!

#Fundraise #SocialServices #IndigenousYouth

We're collecting donations for our silent auction and music bingo prizes! 🎁🎵

Join us Feb. 12, 2026 (4:30–6:30 p.m.) at the Inn at Laurel Point, Victoria, for a fundraising dinner co-hosted by The Federation and BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres.

Get Well Canada BC Toolkit Health doesn’t begin with medical care – it begins in the conditions in which we are born, grow, live, work and age. Growing spending on social services is a win-win-win-win strategy for BC.

Your work keeps people well, but B.C. budgets keep funding treatment over prevention.

The Federation supports @gensqueeze.bsky.social's call to invest in housing, care, income and education as real health care.

🔗 www.gensqueeze.ca/get_well_can...

#GetWellCanada #BCPoli

Strong leadership is built on culture, community and connection.

Julia Staub-French, executive director of Family Services of the North Shore, shares how focusing on people and purpose helps leaders sustain impact and well-being.

Read more: buff.ly/NGAsaF6

#Leadership #Community #Collaboration

“Collaboration is not just something we do. It’s who we are.”

arc programs is strengthening communities across the Okanagan and West Kootenays through partnership, humility and shared leadership.

Read their story: fcssbc.ca/news/collabo...

#BC #SocialServices #Collaboration #Leadership

New team members work on accessibility for people in B.C. Five new members have been appointed to British Columbia’s Provincial Accessibility Committee (PAC), reinforcing the Province’s commitment to advancing accessibility and inclusion for all people in…

Five new members have joined B.C.’s Provincial Accessibility Committee. Helping advance accessibility and inclusion across the province.

The PAC advises government on accessibility standards in employment, education, transportation and customer service.

Learn more:

Youth from care are shaping the future of social services 💙

The Federation's bursary helps cover school costs, thanks to donors who believe in opportunity.

🎁 fcssbc.ca/policy-and-a...

#FCSSBC #SupportYouth #Bursary #DonorImpact #SocialServices

Surrey Civic Theatres | Description - RECLAIMING JUSTICE FOR INDIGENOUS YOUTH

The "Reclaiming Justice for Indigenous Youth Symposium" takes place Nov. 12–13 in Surrey, B.C. It's chance to learn from traditional practices and support systemic change.

Hosted by PARCA in collaboration with FRAFCA.

📍 Surrey City Hall
🔗

Early-bird registration and hotel rate deadline: Monday, Jan. 12, 2026
Final registration deadline: Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026

Voices from the sector. Vision for the future.

Mark your calendar and plan to join us as we come together to lead change in social services.

..., advocates and people with lived experience. Vision reflects our shared goal: building stronger, more equitable systems that work for everyone.

📍 Inn at Laurel Point, Victoria
📅 Feb. 11–13, 2026

Why the change? Because this event is about more than policy. It’s about honesty, collaboration and shared leadership in a time when the challenges are real and resources are tight. Voices reflect the diverse perspectives we need at the table, from front-line workers and leaders to researchers...

Voices and vision: leading change in social services
Save the date

For years, you’ve known our annual February gathering as the Social Policy Forum. Starting in 2026, it will have a new name: Voices and vision: leading change in social services.

Return it by Nov. 7, 2025, to memberservices[at]bcacdi.org

Trouble accessing it? Email memberservices[at]bcacdi.org

#BCACDI #MCFD #AdminCosts #SocialServices #CommunityImpact #BCSector #Survey

Admin Costs Survey | BCACDI Read BCACDI's Statements on:

BCACDI is part of the "Admin Costs Working Group of the Social Services Sector Contracting Committee."

They're collecting information to share with MCFD on how administrative costs affect the carrying out of your MCFD contract(s).

Access the short anonymous survey here: buff.ly/roAQgbM