BCSS Youth

06/22/2026

06/22/2026

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Indigenous education: free online courses.

06/21/2026

Today, we celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day and honour the beautiful traditions, cultures, and incredible contributions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples.

Taking care of our communities means making sure every family gets the help they need, no matter where they live. BCSS Youth is working hard to break down barriers and make sure Indigenous families can easily find safe, respectful, and supportive care across BC 🤍

See how we are teaming up with local communities to create programs shaped by Indigenous knowledge and traditions: bcssyouth.org

06/14/2026

06/02/2026

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Happy BC Child and Youth In Care Week!!This week we're celebrating we're making it fun with our Gift Card Party!
Here's all you have to do: Answer our Question of the Day and get entered to WIN a gift card! (prize draw will include Facebook and Instagram comments)
We're dropping a fun question Monday, Wednesday & Friday this week —answer it in the comments and you're in the draw!
Today's question: What is your favorite snack?

05/28/2026

Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month exists partly because the condition is still so widely misunderstood, and that misunderstanding has real consequences for people trying to get help.

BPD affects emotional regulation, relationships, self-image, and the way someone experiences stress or perceived rejection. It's frequently misdiagnosed and carries stigma that often stops people from reaching out at all. At Eli's Place, it's one of the conditions we think about deeply, because the people we exist to serve deserve better than a system that writes them off before they've had a real chance.

DBT and other approaches can make a genuine difference. But the evidence points to something broader too: recovery takes root in the right conditions. Stable community. Meaningful structure. Relationships where someone is truly known. Our blog takes a closer look at what BPD actually is, and why that context matters so much.

Read the full blog at https://heyor.ca/MWN8pY

05/13/2026

Last week, our BCSS Youth Manager spent the day at the UVic Flourishing Children and Youth Fair! ✨ We were so inspired by how engaged and proactive the youth speakers and panellists were. It’s amazing to see the next generation in action.

A huge thank you to the organisers for having us! 🤝

05/08/2026

We are shining a light on the incredible team behind BCSS Youth! 💫 They provide a vital safe space for kids, tweens, and teens navigating a family member's mental illness. They ensure that no young person has to walk this path alone.

We are proud to work alongside youth workers across BC to ensure every young person has the tools, community, and voice they deserve. To our team and all those in the field: thank you for your unwavering dedication.

Tag a youth worker you'd want to thank below! 🫂

05/07/2026

Youth don’t always have the words to describe deep emotional pain. Sometimes, that distress shows up in ways that can feel scary for parents and caregivers.

Tonight at 6:30 pm, join FamilySmart for a gentle, supportive webinar: 'When Our Children Hurt Inside.' Katie DeReus, a Registered Clinical Counsellor, will explore how small moments of 'being seen' can make a massive difference in a child’s safety and well-being.

More information here: https://familysmart.ca/event/when-our-children-hurt-inside-nurturing-awareness-and-the-power-of-relationships/

Younger children can experience emotional pain that they don’t yet have the words to describe. Sometimes this shows up as...

05/07/2026

BC Youth Week has become a provincial celebration to promote awareness of youth. Whether it's through art, sports, or advocacy, this week is all about building strong connections between youth and their communities.

Let’s celebrate the spirit of youth and the impact they make every day 💫

Learn more here: https://www.bcyouthweek.com/

BC Youth Week is a celebration of youth held annually from May 1st to 7th. Find out about youth week events in your area, how to become a member or sponsor and more.