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How surfing is connecting B.C. Indigenous youth back to the ocean – The Globe and Mail

August 15, 2023 In Nuu-chah-nulth territory, sport helps people commune with the ocean, the land and their ancestors in a modern way The vast curl of Long Beach peels southward down the peninsula toward Ucluelet on Vancouver Island, B.C. Tiny, near perfect waves roll into the beach as a dozen or so Nuu-chah-nulth youth wade […]

by ahnationtalk on August 15, 202341 Views

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Land-Based Youth Program Shaping Lives – CFN

August 8, 2023 A summer youth program, run out of Kitasoo Xai’Xais First Nation territory, incorporates land-based education, cultural knowledge and professional skill development. The SEAS summer program (Supporting Emerging Aboriginal Stewards) is centered on the development of culture, education and conservation. Since the program started in Klemtu in 2012, the community has seen positive […]

by ahnationtalk on August 9, 202332 Views

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Supporting Indigenous Youth through Employment Programs – Trans Mountain

Jul. 10, 2023 Since 2020, Trans Mountain has sponsored the Outland Youth Employment Program (OYEP) to successfully run three youth summer employment camps. Trans Mountain proudly supports OYEP as the program offers land-based education, training and work opportunities to high school-aged Indigenous youth. Throughout the program, participants complete various certifications, gain hands-on work experience and […]

by ahnationtalk on July 10, 202352 Views

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FNHA 10 Year Anniversary Youth Logo Contest

Jul 06, 2023 Are you an Indigenous Youth (16 to 25 years old) with a passion for graphic design? Your idea could be chosen as the First Nations Health Authority’s 10 year anniversary log​o!​​​​​​ ​​​​The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) is marking 10 years of supporting BC First Nation​s to transform the delivery of health […]

by ahnationtalk on July 7, 202350 Views

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Wraparound supports expanded for young people

June 28, 2023 VANCOUVER – Young people with addictions challenges will now have access to more wraparound supports to get the help they need in hospital and the community on their pathway to wellness. Government is investing $1.73 million in Dan’s Legacy Foundation to support 10 therapists, two social workers and four youth outreach workers […]

by ahnationtalk on June 28, 202352 Views

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Representative calls for government commitment to protect gender diverse young people in British Columbia

June 22, 2023 VICTORIA – Representative Jennifer Charlesworth is calling on the provincial government to play a proactive role in protecting Two Spirit and gender diverse young people – ensuring that they are free from discrimination and stigma, are safe and cared for, and have access to the services and supports that they need to […]

by ahnationtalk on June 22, 202378 Views

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Province supports services for at-risk youth on southern Vancouver Island

June 9, 2023 LANGFORD – Vulnerable youth, Indigenous communities and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals on southern Vancouver Island will have enhanced supports from the Pacific Centre Family Services Association with new funding from the Province. “Hard-working individuals, non-profit organizations and other community partners are allies in our government’s work to keep our most-vulnerable people safe in British […]

by ahnationtalk on June 9, 202366 Views

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YES Hosts National RoundTable Event- Changing Tides-Resiliency in a Wave of Financial Crisis

VANCOUVER, BC, June 1, 2023 – Youth Employment Services (YES) is hosting a community round table – Minister Mercier-Minister of State for Workforce Development will provide opening remarks. The event is on June 8th 9am at the Museum of Vancouver. The Changing Tides Event sponsored by HSBC Bank Canada will bring Government, youth, thought leaders and corporate […]

by ahnationtalk on June 1, 202351 Views

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Newly named SAJE supports offer youth in care a stronger path to adulthood

May 30, 2023 VICTORIA – Youth and young adults who have been in government care in British Columbia are receiving expanded supports through the newly named Strengthening Abilities and Journeys of Empowerment (SAJE) program. The name was chosen by the ministry’s Youth Advisory Council after online engagement. It reflects a positive approach that celebrates the […]

by ahnationtalk on May 30, 202361 Views

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Victoria Native Friendship Centre raising money for youth housing in the city – CBC

May 22, 2023 Aims to raise another $1.3M to buy land for 45-unit building The Victoria Native Friendship Centre is trying to fundraise $1.3 million for a plot of land to build an affordable housing facility for Indigenous youth. The friendship centre is working on plans for a 45-unit building it says is badly needed. […]

by ahnationtalk on May 22, 202346 Views

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