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Jordan’s Principle Service Coordinator
Ensuring every First Nations child gets the care and support they deserve. What is Jordan’s Principle? Jordan’s Principle is a child-first principle that aims to eliminate service inequities and delays for First Nations children. It ensures that any public service ordinarily available to all other children must be made available to First Nations children without…
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Aboriginal Transition Team
UNYA’s Transition Program provides one-to-one support to Indigenous youth ages 16 to 19 who are transitioning out of the care of the Ministry of Children & Family Development (MCFD) and preparing to live independently. The Transition Team offers non-judgmental support, working closely with the youth on their caseload and helping them identify what their immediate…
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Aboriginal Youth Safehouse
The Aboriginal Youth Safehouse (ASH) is a short-term, 6-bed housing program for youth ages 16 to 18 of all Nations, genders, and backgrounds who need a safe place to stay. ASH is voluntary — youth can come and go — but always return to a non-judgmental, supportive environment where they can feel safe, build stability,…
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Ravens Lodge
Ravens Lodge is a transitional group home for Indigenous female-identifying youth ages 12 to 18 who are in the care of the Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services Society (VACFSS). This live-in program offers a supportive, youth-focused environment with access to education, cultural teachings, life skills, and recreation. Care planning is personalized and always includes…
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Young Bears Lodge
Young Bears Lodge (YBL) is a culturally-based healing lodge for Indigenous youth ages 13–18 who want support in reshaping their relationship with substances. Grounded in Indigenous teachings, ceremonies, and protocols, YBL provides a safe, supportive space where youth can focus on healing, reconnecting with culture, and building strength for the future. How the Program Works…
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Native Youth Health & Wellness Centre
Native Youth Health & Wellness Centre (NYHWC) The Native Youth Health & Wellness Centre (NYHWC) is a place where self-identified Indigenous youth can access primary care services, specialist services, Elders, traditional healers, and a supportive team. Our goal is to create a space where youth feel comfortable, cared for, and able to explore how best…
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Aries Education
The Native Youth Learning Centre (NYLC) is a computer-based learning centre, supporting the personal, educational, and career development of Indigenous youth ages 15 to 30. Our focus is on helping you gain employment and pursue your education. If you’re not in school right now, we can help you go back, whether that is to junior…
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Native Youth Learning Centre (NYLC)
Learning. Growing. Building Your Future. Who We Are The Native Youth Learning Centre (NYLC) is a welcoming learning and employment hub for Indigenous youth ages 15–30. Whether you’re finishing school, building job skills, or exploring what’s next, NYLC is your space to learn, grow, and move forward at your own pace. It’s relaxed. It’s supportive.…
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Cedar Walk Education
Cedar Walk is an alternative education program for Indigenous youth ages 16 to 19 whose needs are not being met in traditional school programs. As a student coming to Cedar Walk, we recognize and respect that you have your own unique strengths, goals, interests, needs, and history. We’ll collaborate with you to identify your goals…
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Bentwood Box Charity Auction
Art That Makes a Difference Eighteen years ago, Indigenous art gallery owner Peter Lattimer began a humble journey to bring together BC Indigenous artists to create bentwood box artwork. What started as a small vision has since grown into the Bentwood Box Charity Auction—an annual live auction event that is now vibrant and highly anticipated,…