PLEA Community Services Society of BC

06/22/2026

🚨 We're Hiring on the Sunshine Coast! 🚨

PLEA is urgently seeking a Casual On-Call Youth Development and Intensive Support & Supervision Program Worker.
If you have a Bachelor's Degree in a related field and a passion for supporting youth, we want to hear from you.

This position has been challenging to fill, and we need your help. Please share this opportunity with your networks to help us find the right person to support local youth.

📲 Apply via the QR code or: https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/PLE5100PLEA/JobBoard/e48bd2c4-862c-4f93-bb23-9b558c45c292/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=789ae4b6-981e-4ae4-977e-e86b33bca5ab

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06/20/2026

🧡 We are proud to be part of National Indigenous People’s Day at Maple Ridge today! We will be here at Memorial Peace Park until 2:30pm!

It’s a beautiful sunny day to spend time with us to celebrate, honour and learn the cultures, language and histories of the First Nations.

There’s music, dance, food and a chance to be part of the Community Art Project, led by Rosalie Dipcsu.

We hope to see you here! 🧡

06/19/2026

National Indigenous Peoples Day, celebrated each year on June 21, is an opportunity to honour the cultures, languages, histories, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across Canada.

While it was officially proclaimed in 1996, the movement to create a national day of recognition was led by Indigenous leaders and communities for decades before that. June 21 was chosen intentionally because it coincides with the summer solstice, a time that has long held cultural and spiritual significance for many Indigenous Peoples.

Today, National Indigenous Peoples Day is both a celebration and a chance to learn. Communities across the country gather to share culture through music, dance, food, storytelling, art, and ceremony, creating welcoming spaces for Indigenous and non-Indigenous people to connect and learn together.

PLEA Community Services will be joining two local celebrations this weekend, and we invite you to stop by and say hello!

📍 TODAY Friday, June 19
National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration
Semiahmoo Park, Surrey
🕒 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Hosted by Semiahmoo First Nation, this year's event will feature a new format and many opportunities to celebrate Indigenous cultures, traditions, and community.

📍 TOMORROW Saturday, June 20
National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration
Memorial Peace Park, Maple Ridge
🕤 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Hosted by Fraser River Indigenous Society, this event brings the community together to honour and celebrate Indigenous Peoples, cultures, and contributions.

If you've never attended a National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration, expect a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere with live music and drumming, cultural performances, artisan vendors, traditional foods, family activities, and opportunities for learning and reflection.

We hope to see you there as we celebrate, learn, and honour the rich cultures and enduring contributions of Indigenous Peoples.

06/16/2026

Just a couple more days to register for PLEA's AGM on June 24th! Click on the link below to register!

📅 Save the Date!

Join us for PLEA’s 2026 Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM at the Diamond Alumni Centre in Burnaby.

The evening will feature:

✨ A keynote presentation
✨ A year-end summary
✨ Review of our 2025–2026 financials
✨ Opportunities to connect with staff and Board members
✨ Light appetizers and refreshments

We hope you’ll join us as we reflect on the past year and look ahead together.

Please RSVP by Wednesday, June 17, 2026: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/plea-annual-general-meeting-tickets-1989264570881

The AGM agenda and financial package will be sent to registered attendees prior to the event.

📍 Diamond Alumni Centre
University Dr E, Burnaby, BC V5A 4V5

06/12/2026

🧡Join us in celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day at two upcoming community events! 🧡

PLEA is proud to be participating in celebrations in both Surrey and Maple Ridge, where we'll be hosting our Community Art Project featuring designs created by local Indigenous artist Rosalie Dipcsu.

📍 Friday, June 19
National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration
Semiahmoo Park, Surrey
🕒 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Hosted by Semiahmoo First Nation, this year's event will feature a new format and many opportunities to celebrate Indigenous cultures, traditions, and community.

📍 Saturday, June 20
National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration
Memorial Peace Park, Maple Ridge
🕤 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Hosted by Fraser River Indigenous Society, this event brings the community together to honour and celebrate Indigenous Peoples, cultures, and contributions.

If you're attending either event, be sure to stop by to contribute to the Community Art Project and say hello to our team. We look forward to celebrating with you!

06/11/2026

June is Brain Injury Awareness Month in Canada, a time to raise awareness, share knowledge, and recognize the strength and resilience of individuals living with brain injuries, along with the families, caregivers, and professionals who support them.
Brain injuries can affect every aspect of a person’s life, often in ways that are not immediately visible. This month is an opportunity to foster understanding, reduce stigma, and highlight the importance of accessible supports, compassion, and community connection.

At PLEA Community Services, we recognize the importance of creating inclusive, supportive environments where individuals feel seen, heard and valued.
Join us in helping build awareness, understanding, and support for those impacted by brain injury.

06/09/2026

🌈 Thank You for an Incredible Pride in the Park! 💙

What a wonderful day of community, connection, and celebration! Thank you to everyone who joined us for another successful Pride in the Park and helped create a welcoming, inclusive space where everyone could feel a sense of belonging.

We are so grateful to our attendees, volunteers, performers, vendors, sponsors, and community partners who made this event possible. A special thank you to our amazing host and performer, Kendall Gender, and all of the talented Queens and King, who brought so much energy and joy to the day! 💕

Together, we celebrated diversity, inclusion, and the strength of our community. Thank you for showing up, sharing your pride, and making this year's event one to remember.

We can't wait to celebrate with you again next year! 🌈✨

06/07/2026

Pride in the Park is underway! Come join us in Maple Ridge at Memorial Peace Park until 4pm! A free, family friendly event full of music, dancing, food, community art piece and a lot of fun! We also have Kendall Gender MC-ing and performing along with other fabulous Queens and a King! Come join us!

06/02/2026

June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, a time to recognize, honour and celebrate the histories, cultures, languages, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.

At PLEA Community Services, our commitment to reconciliation is ongoing. We are dedicated to being an ally in reconciliation by creating culturally safe spaces, listening and learning from Indigenous voices, and building meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities.

Throughout the month, and beyond, we encourage everyone to take time to learn, reflect, attend community events, and support Indigenous artists, businesses, and organizations. Reconciliation is not a single moment, it is a continuous commitment to understanding, respect and action.

To learn more about PLEA’s commitment to reconciliation and the work of our Indigenous Matters Committee, visit our website at: plea.ca.

06/02/2026

🌈 Happy Pride Month! 🌈

June is a time to celebrate love, diversity, authenticity, and the strength of our 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. At PLEA, we believe everyone deserves to feel seen, valued, respected, and included.

We're excited to kick off Pride Month with our annual Pride in the Park celebration this Sunday, June 7, at Memorial Peace Park! 💖

This free, family-friendly event welcomes everyone to come together for a day of community, connection, entertainment, and joy.

✨ Hosted by and featuring Kendall Gender, Canada’s Drag Race finalist
✨ Featuring Tiffany Ann Co., making her Pride in the Park debut
✨ Plus fan favourites Kara Juku, Margaux Rita, Carrie Dawn, Scarlett Rosé, and Justin Abit Drag King

With an incredible lineup of performers, activities for all ages, and a welcoming atmosphere where everyone belongs, Pride in the Park is a celebration of inclusion, acceptance, and community spirit.

Bring your friends, family, neighbours, and allies! We can't wait to celebrate with you! 🌈