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Families helping families caring for loved ones with serious mental illness. linktr.ee/Pathways_SMIS For us, "family" is an inclusive word.

We are families of loved ones living with a serious mental illness helping other families with this shared experience. We're a volunteer-driven and membership-based family support organization doing ambitious work. When we use it, we're typically referring to a parent, grandparent, sibling, friend or partner. But you're family to us if you're caring for and supporting a loved one with a serious mental illness. The serious mental illnesses of our loved ones include anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, concurrent disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, schizoaffective disorder and schizophrenia. Our society was born organically out of a need among families caring for a relative with a serious mental illness for support, education, information, resources and advocacy that formal channels have not provided. We've been helping hundreds of families for nearly four decades. Our core programs and services are based on a peer support model. All the programs and services we offer such as one-on-one support, peer support groups, skills-building workshops and our signature Family-to-Family educational program, are delivered by trained Family Peer Support Volunteers. Family Peer Support Volunteers all have lived experience of caring and supporting a loved one with a serious mental illness.

11/02/2026

Registration is now open for the Tree of Hope 2026 Campaign Launch Party!

Join us on November 26 from 6:30–8:30 PM as we kick off our annual Tree of Hope Holiday Campaign and work together toward our goal of raising $30,000 to support families affected by serious mental illness.

Every butterfly placed on our Tree of Hope represents hope, support, and community.

Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tree-of-hope-holiday-kickoff-event-2026-tickets-2002227369962?aff=oddtdtcreator

Can't attend? You can still support the campaign until December 17: https://pathwayssmi.org/donate/tree-of-hope-holiday-campaign/

11/01/2026

Announcing our support groups for NOVEMBER 2026.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of supporting a loved one with mental illness? Connect with others on the same journey and find the support you need.

Register now at https://pathwayssmi.org/weekly-support-groups/ or contact us at 604-926-0856 or [email protected].

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween!

10/28/2026

Join us ONLINE in 3 days – Saturday, October 31, 2026, 10:00 AM.

If you care about someone with a serious mental illness, you’re not alone. Our free, peer-led groups offer a safe space to share, find relief, and navigate challenges together.

No formal diagnosis needed. If you're supporting a loved one or facing a crisis, you're welcome. We’re not clinicians — just people who get it. No pressure to speak, and everything stays confidential.

Register at: https://pathwayssmi.org/events/online-family-support-group-on-saturday-october-31-2026-1000-am-1130-am/
Phone: 604-926-0856
Email: [email protected]
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10/27/2026

Tree of Hope 2026 Campaign Launch Party

For over 30+ years, Pathways Serious Mental Illness Society has been providing education, support, and hope to family members navigating the challenges of serious mental illness. Join us at the Campaign Launch Party of our annual Tree of Hope Holiday Campaign and help us reach our goal of raising $30,000 by placing a butterfly on our Tree of Hope.

Every donation helps us continue providing vital support and education to families in our community, and every donation receives a tax receipt.

Thursday, November 26, at 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Register for the Campaign Launch Party:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tree-of-hope-holiday-kickoff-event-2026-tickets-2002227369962?aff=oddtdtcreator

Can't attend? You can still participate through our online campaign until December 17:

https://pathwayssmi.org/donate/tree-of-hope-holiday-campaign/

The holidays can be especially challenging for families supporting a loved one with serious mental illness. Together, we can ensure no family feels alone.

10/24/2026

Join us ONLINE in 2 days – Monday, October 26 at 7:00 PM.

If you care about someone with a serious mental illness, you’re not alone. Our free, peer-led groups offer a safe space to share, find relief, and navigate challenges together.

No formal diagnosis needed. If you're supporting a loved one or facing a crisis, you're welcome. We’re not clinicians — just people who get it. No pressure to speak, and everything stays confidential.

Register at: https://pathwayssmi.org/events/online-family-support-group-on-monday-october-26-2026-700-pm-830-pm/
Phone: 604-926-0856
Email: [email protected]

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10/23/2026

Thank you to Coast Mental Health for sharing this recap of our recent screening of No One Cares About Crazy People. We are proud to work together to support individuals living with serious mental illness and the families who care for them. Community conversations like these matter.

10/22/2026

Pathways Serious Mental Illness Society is grateful for the support of the Province of British Columbia, whose partnership helps us continue providing hope, education, and support to families affected by serious mental illness.

10/22/2026

We’re grateful for our partnership with Eightbillion.com, a certified B Corp that shares our commitment to community, compassion, and positive impact.

Together, we've helped bring hope, education, and support to more families and friends caring for a loved one living with serious mental illness.

As a thank you, Pathways members and volunteers receive 20% off JostArriba with code PATHWAYS

Learn more about Eightbillion: About Eightbillion

10/20/2026

Join us ONLINE in 2 days – Thursday, October 22, 2026, 10:00 AM.

If you care about someone with a serious mental illness, you’re not alone. Our free, peer-led groups offer a safe space to share, find relief, and navigate challenges together.

No formal diagnosis needed. If you're supporting a loved one or facing a crisis, you're welcome. We’re not clinicians — just people who get it. No pressure to speak, and everything stays confidential.

Register at: https://pathwayssmi.org/events/online-family-support-group-on-thursday-october-22-2026-1200-pm-100-pm/
Phone: 604-926-0856
Email: [email protected]

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Address

101-315 West 1st Street
West Vancouver, BC
V7M1B5

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	9:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16049260856

Website

https://pathwayssmi.org/

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