Indian Residential School Survivors Society - British Columbia

Indian Residential School Survivors Society - British Columbia Registered Canadian charity . The IRSSS has been serving First Nations people in B.C.

For over 30 years, IRSSS has delivered essential, Indigenous‑led wellness, emotional, and crisis support services to Indian Residential School Survivors, intergenerational families, and communities across BC. since 1994, just ten years after the last Indian residential school closed in the province. Recently, the IRSSS has supported students and survivors with triggering and distressing situations

, including the uncovering of unmarked graves at Indian residential schools across the province and nation, while providing emotional and spiritual support as needed. The ever-changing and growing team at the IRSSS also provides dedicated and specialized services to support people, families and communities affected by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG). In addition, the IRSSS supports intergenerational survivors (aged 12-18) who are in the criminal justice system who seek culture as well as support with building healthy relationships. https://www.irsss.ca/donate


We accept cheques mailed to:

Indian Residential School Survivors Society
B274 Halston Connector
Kamloops, BC
V2H 1K1

Stay safe in the heat. A simple phone call, text message, or visit can make a difference.As temperatures rise across BC,...
06/24/2026

Stay safe in the heat. A simple phone call, text message, or visit can make a difference.

As temperatures rise across BC, take time to check in on Elders, family members, neighbours, and community members who may need extra support during hot weather.

Heat can affect anyone, but Elders, young children, pregnant people, people with health conditions, and those who live alone may be at greater risk.

During hot weather:
💧 Drink water regularly
🏠 Keep indoor spaces as cool as possible
🌡️ Monitor indoor temperatures
📱 Check in on family, friends, neighbours, and community members

For heat-vulnerable people, the risk of heat-related illness may increase when indoor temperatures rise above 26°C (79°F) and may be very high above 31°C (88°F).

Knowing the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke can help save lives. If someone is showing signs of heat stroke, call 911 immediately.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, and look out for one another.

Community care saves lives.

We’re Hiring: Philanthropy Coordinator – Donor Engagement & Stewardship📍 Vancouver, BC | Full-Time HybridIRSSS is seekin...
06/23/2026

We’re Hiring: Philanthropy Coordinator – Donor Engagement & Stewardship

📍 Vancouver, BC | Full-Time Hybrid

IRSSS is seeking a relationship-focused Philanthropy Coordinator – Donor Engagement & Stewardship to join our team. This role is responsible for building meaningful connections with donors and supporters through engagement, stewardship initiatives, and communications that strengthen long-term commitment to our mission.

If you’re passionate about relationship-building, community impact, and supporting Indigenous-led healing and advocacy, we encourage you to apply today.

🔗 Learn more at irsss.ca/careers

Please note: IRSSS offices are closed today (Monday, June 22) in recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day. 🧡Althou...
06/22/2026

Please note: IRSSS offices are closed today (Monday, June 22) in recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day. 🧡

Although our offices are closed, many IRSSS staff are out in community celebrating, supporting events, and honouring this important day alongside Survivors, families, and communities.

The Lamathut Crisis Line remains available 24/7, 365 days a year — including holidays and office closures.

📞 Call 1-800-721-0066 for immediate, culturally safe emotional support.

06/21/2026

Norm Leech starting us in a good way at Indigenous Peoples Day at Granview Park in East Vancouver.

Today, we celebrate the strength, beauty, and living cultures of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.We honour the l...
06/21/2026

Today, we celebrate the strength, beauty, and living cultures of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.

We honour the languages, teachings, songs, and stories that continue to be carried forward—rooted in land, community, and connection.

This is what we mean when we say we're weaving wellness: culture and connection held close, shared, and passed on.

This National Indigenous Peoples Day, celebrate with us and support culturally grounded healing: irsss.ca/donate-nipd

We’re Hiring: Wellness Workers (RHSW/IDS/MMIWG/TICSW)📍 Prince George, Kamloops & Chilliwack, BC | Full-TimeIRSSS is seek...
06/19/2026

We’re Hiring: Wellness Workers (RHSW/IDS/MMIWG/TICSW)
📍 Prince George, Kamloops & Chilliwack, BC | Full-Time

IRSSS is seeking compassionate, culturally grounded Wellness Workers to join our team. In this role, you will provide trauma-informed, culturally safe emotional, spiritual, and wellness support to Survivors, Intergenerational Survivors, and families through a variety of IRSSS programs.

Working alongside communities, you will help facilitate healing, provide crisis and wellness support, and support presentations, workshops, and cultural programming that honour Indigenous ways of knowing and being.

If you are committed to supporting Indigenous-led healing and creating safe, respectful spaces for Survivors and their families, we encourage you to apply today.

Learn more at IRSSS.CA/careers

Your support helps keep culture, connection, and healing accessible.At IRSSS, we believe these are powerful pathways to ...
06/18/2026

Your support helps keep culture, connection, and healing accessible.

At IRSSS, we believe these are powerful pathways to wellness and healing. By creating opportunities to learn from Elders, Knowledge Keepers, Survivors, and one another, we help foster spaces where traditional teachings, cultural practices, and shared understanding strengthen belonging and resilience.

Become a monthly donor or make a one-time gift today: irsss.ca/donate-nipd

Together, we can help ensure culturally grounded healing remains available to those who need it most.

You don't have to navigate the claims process alone.IRSSS is offering in-person claimant support appointments in Prince ...
06/17/2026

You don't have to navigate the claims process alone.

IRSSS is offering in-person claimant support appointments in Prince George for individuals impacted by the Indian Hospital Settlement and Indian Boarding Homes Class Actions.

Our team can help you understand the claims process, connect with claim lawyers and application helpers, and access culturally safe, trauma-informed wellness support throughout your journey.

📍 Prince George Office
June 23–25
July 21–23
August 11–13

To book an appointment:
📧 [email protected]
📞 250-612-8650

Need support now? The Lamathut Crisis Line is available 24/7 at 1-800-721-0066.

Learn more about available support and appointment details:
https://www.irsss.ca/news/prince-george-monthly-claimant-support

Service Notice: Vancouver Office Capacity UpdateDue to increased demand and reduced staff capacity related to the FIFA W...
06/15/2026

Service Notice: Vancouver Office Capacity Update

Due to increased demand and reduced staff capacity related to the FIFA World Cup, our Vancouver offices may experience delays in responding to phone calls and walk-in inquiries.

If you are seeking support, we encourage you to submit a service request online:
https://www.irsss.ca/service-request-form

Our 24/7 Crisis Line remains available for immediate support:
1-800-721-0066

IRSSS services continue to be available by appointment at our offices in:
⟡ West Vancouver
⟡ Hope, BC
⟡ Prince George, BC
⟡ Kamloops, BC

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue supporting Survivors, families, and communities across BC.

Our work is guided by the understanding that healing is interconnected. By supporting physical, mental, emotional, and c...
06/12/2026

Our work is guided by the understanding that healing is interconnected. By supporting physical, mental, emotional, and cultural wellness, we help create spaces where Survivors, families, and communities can access care that is safe, confidential, and rooted in respect.

Learn more about what guides our work at IRSSS.ca/about

Address

402-100 Park Royal South
West Vancouver, BC
V7T1A2

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16049854464

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