Foundry qathet

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

Staff in our community often hear "I wish there something like that when I was growing up".

We want to thank our supporters as we get closer to creating a safe space for youth. Donate here: https://youthandfamily.ca/donate/

There are 20 Foundry centres open across BC, with 15 more in development. Foundry qathet will offer integrated health and wellness services to youth aged 12-24, as well as support to their caregivers. Once open, Foundry qathet will receive guaranteed, ongoing, operational funding from the Province. Current planning and development work are also funded.

To date, we have raised over half the money for the capital build (renovation) of Foundry qathet’s location. While we continue to apply for grants, we are asking the community to help us raise funds to truly make this a welcoming, youth-friendly space that meets the unique needs of our youth.

06/05/2026

Free, accessible health & wellness services will reduce barriers to preventative care. Donate here: https://youthandfamily.ca/donate/ Your support will directly impact the lives of local youth and families. The Province provides one-time start-up funding to help establish centres, and ongoing core funding for service delivery. Local host agencies fundraise to cover additional start-up costs needed to open their centres, often tailoring spaces to the unique needs of their communities. Charitable Tax Receipts are issued upon request and in kind contributions are also gratefully accepted.

06/03/2026

Need help covering rent or bills after losing work or being unable to work? This one-hour virtual workshop will explore income support options available to young adults.

We will cover what each program provides, who may qualify, when to apply, and how to get started. This session is designed for youth — and those supporting youth — who want to better understand financial support programs and be prepared for challenging times, whether support is needed now or in the future.

Register via the free Foundry BC app here: https://foundrybc.ca/foundry-virtual-bc/

05/30/2026

1-3pm today (Saturday) at 5814 Ash Ave. ❤️Bring clothes to swap or not! 😊 Come get some! Something for everyone!

05/29/2026

⭐️ Reminder ⭐️ the Foundry Youth Advisory Committee & qathet Youth Community Action Team clothing swap is tomorrow: Saturday from 1-3 at Youth and Family - Powell River 5814 Ash Ave. All are welcome! Bring good condition, clean, used clothing to share. If you need clothes but don’t have any to bring, that’s totally ok 👍 as there will be an abundance!!

05/27/2026

05/27/2026

🌞It's BC Child & Youth in Care Week next week! 🌞Our local celebration is looking very fun this year!

We have a whole bunch of activities planned and opportunities for youth and children to share their creative skills and talents; celebrate accomplishments or what went well. We are super pleased to have former youth in care bringing great ideas and energy to help out with it!

☀️Open Mic
🌞Minute to Win it
🌞Arts & Crafts
🌞Paper Airplane Contest
🌞Warm Fuzzy Wall where you can share an accomplishment, art, words of encouragement, or what went well.

Please reach out for location details of our celebration.
Big thank you to Carlson Community Club for doing the BBQ!

BC Child and Youth in Care Week started when a group of youth wanted to celebrate and honour their siblings in care , raise awareness of the barriers and stigma they face. feel celebrated for their diverse talents and accomplishments while surrounded by those who support them.

05/23/2026

Delyth & Alice are set up at the Powell River Community Foundation Charity appreciation event. Come out for food, classic cars and music and learn about your community! Corner of Manson and Joyce in the Evangel parking lot until 4pm.

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