Vancouver Youth Asset Atlas by Doug Ragan

Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative

Introduction

. Introduction Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative The VancouverYouth Asset Atlas was prepared by the Youth Community Asset Mapping Initiative of the Environmental Youth Alliance (EYA) and the Centre of Excellence for Youth Engagement for the Windows of Opportunity Coalition in Vancouver. EYA was contracted by Windows in July of 2003 to engage youth serving organizations and youth workers in discussion about:

how they find out about what始s going on around Vancouver; how they work with one another, and with larger youth serving institutions; and the work that they do to support youth. EY how EYA conducted community workshops, interviews, and internet/literathey find out aboutmapping what始s going on around Vancouver; ture searches to compile information on these three topics. The purpose of how they work with one another, and with larger youth serving institutions; gathering this information is to better understand what is happening at the and the work that they do to support youth. community level so that gaps could can be addressed and strengths built on. In addition to a report, this Asset Atlas is the result of our community research. It represents our efforts to document the full range of youth programs and services available in V Vancouver, in a way that we hope will be useful and accessible to youth and youth-serving organizations. Definition of YOUTH PROGRAMS AND SERVICES Youth programs and services are defined as those which focus on serving people between the ages of 13 and 30. Although we recognize that we cannot did not capture every organization that serves youth in Vancouver, we have tried to created as accurate a picture as possible. As the community changes, so too will the information we compiled in this atlas. This inventory represents a snapshot of service available at the time our research was conducted, which began in early 2004. While we recognize that there have been many changes since the data was originally collected, we believe this inventory represents a valuable model of how to share and present services for youth in a way that is accessible to all members of the community. We hope you agree.

Therefore, we invite all users and readers of the Youth Y Asset Atlas to send us comments and updates-so that it will continue to be a helpful resource in our communities. We hope the Youth Asset Atlas contributes to improving the ability of organizations and institutions to support youth in Vancouver, and helps youth access the resources they need.

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Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative Table of Content Introduction.................................................................................... ii What is in this Atlas and How do I use it?.......................................1-2 iii For the Visual Communicator on the Go! (Legends).........................3v Full Listings of Community Organizations...................................... 4-46 10 Community Centres and Neighbourhood Houses Listings.................57 47-58

59-63 Youth Clinics Listings......................................................................71 74-75 Organization of Opportunity Index..................................................77 86-88 Youth Programs of Opportunity Index.............................................83 Maps 78-85 Youth Programs of Opportunity 65-73 Youth Organization of Opportunity 48 Neighbourhood Houses and Community Centres of Opportunity 60 Youth Clinics of Opportunity

Authored by the Environmental Youth Alliance for the Windows of Opportunity Coalition for Children and Youth. Prepared 2004, printed 2005. Vancouver, Canada.

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How To...

Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative . WHAT IS IN THIS

ATLAS

AND HOW DO

USE IT?

There are probably 102 uses for this atlas, but we can only walk you through 2 of them. 1. community asset guide: or you could re-invent the wheel hey youth worker, tired of hearing them say, “Thereʼs nothing in the City for young people!” hey youth, tired of hearing them say, “Thereʼs nothing in the City for young people!” well, here are over 80 pages of responses for the next time you hear that (sorry, emotive explicative not included). Community organizations you heard of and would like to get to know better: Full Listings shows (almost) everything you need to know about a youth-serving organization, and then some. Each entry includes a summary of the organization and their youth programs. The program descriptions do not encompass the full range of programs each organization offers, but only those that specifically focus on serving young people between the ages of 13 and 30. This section is organized alphabetically. In addition to an organizationʼs summary and youth programs, Full Listings includes icons representing their field of work. These icons make it even easier to skim through and find that perfect match. Please see ʻfor the visual communicator on the go!ʼ for an explanation of the icons.

Programs of Opportunity are graphic representations of Full

Listings. Each entry includes basic contact information and a summary of the youth programs the organization provides. Wouldnʼt they be perfect posted up for lots of youth to see? Community Centres and Neighbourhood Houses Listings features organizations and facilities that provide services not just for the youth community. Documenting the wide range of youth programs these places deliver was beyond our superpower capabilities.

Although through the fall 2003 consultations we recorded information from youth workers that participated. Nevertheless, weʼve given you spaces to do your own community research. You can also refer to to the Community Centres & Neighbourhood Houses of Opportunity map Youth Health Clinics Listings features health services that serve specifically young people under 25. Thereʼs also the Youth Health Clinics of Opportunity map for your viewing pleasure. Community Organizations working on (insert the issue/theme/topic/subject/field here): Organizations of Opportunity indexes community organizations grouped by their field of work. Weʼve grouped the organizations into the following community asset areas: Advocacy Arts & Culture Education & Training Ethno-cultural specific Health and Well Being Occupational/ Employment Environmental Family Services Disabilities Networking Once youʼve found your potential match, find out more about what they do in the Full Listings section. Organizations of Opportunity: maps! are graphic representations of Organizations of Opportunity including the page in the Youth Y Asset Atlas where you can find out more about the organization. Opportunity opportunity opportunity. Community Organizations providing (insert the type of service here):

Youth Programs of Opportunity lists organizations grouped by the

types of specific services and programs for the youth community. Weʼve grouped the organizations into the following program categories: Addictions Advocacy Arts & culture Counselling Crisis/ intervention (Dis)ability Related Employment Education Engagement Environment Ethno-cultural specific Gender-related International Leadership Outreach Parenting

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* Clyde is the Director of the Human Early Learning

Partnership and a Professor in UBCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department of Health Care and Epidemiology, see http://www.earlylearning.ubc.ca/presentations_ch.htm

* See Social Planning Community Services Group.

Social Indicators, City of Vancouver, 1996 Census. Vancouver: Social Planning -Community Services, May 1999 or contact Social Planning at 604 873 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7487

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. For the Visual Communicator on the go! These icons are featured on the Community Asset Maps and Full Listings as visual cues of what Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s youth community has to offer. Advocacy Advocacy organizations support youth in obtaining relevant services and assuring their availability. In addition to providing information and advice on accessing services, advocacy means: ensuring youth voices are heard and considered, providing independent observations of service delivery, advising non-youth communities about how to serve youth, and commenting publicly on matters affecting young people.

Environmental Organizations that are dedicated to providing services that focus on the physical and social environment on local and international scales.

Arts & Culture Organizations that provide opportunities to participate in arts (dance, literary, media, music, theatre, visual, etc.) and cultural activities.

(Dis)abilities Related Organizations that work with people with a range of disabilities by providing services to individuals and families within a community context.

Education & Training Organizations that provide opportunities for youth to develop their skills. individual potential and acquire knowledge, and skills. Ethno-cultural specific Organizations that provide opportunities to recognize the diversity in and encourage respect of race, cultural heritage, religion, ethnicity, ancestry and place of origin.

Family Services Organizations that provide services and support to families. These services range from counselling, teen parent support, and alternative shelters.

N Networking Organizations that work and communicate with other organizations to provide a stronger network of youth services. other helpful icons Hours of Operation

Transit Route

Health and W Well Being Organizations that provide opporunities to treat sickness, prevent and alleviate disease, and promote physical and mental health.

Languages spoken

Costs

Occupational/ Em Employment Organizations that provide training or education in preparation for career or job placement. Organizations that provide employment counselling are also listed.

Wheelchair Accesibility

Facility

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Full Listings

Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative strength, and hope, in order to solve their common problems. Al-Anon has but one purpose: to help families of alcoholics. We do this by and practicing the Twelve Steps, by welcoming welcming and giving comfort to families of alcoholics, and by giving understanding and encouragement to the alcoholic.

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Arts Umbrella Arts Umbrella is a visual and performing arts institute for young people ages 2-19. Our facility hosts over 260 classes each week, ranging from general courses to pre-professional training in theatre, dance, painting, sculpture, architecture, film, new media, photography, and more. The main facility houses five dance and theatre studios, five visual arts studios, a photography lab,

1286 Cartwright Street, Granville Island Vancouver, British Columbia V6h 3R8 ph: (604) 681-5268 fax:(604) 681-5285 www.artsumbrella.com (paste a new business card here)

- encourage one another. - help each other understand the principles of the Al-Anon program. - learn to use the 12 Steps and Alateenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 12 Traditions. M-Th 10:00am3:30pm Program Hours Vary

Bus: #10, #160, #135, #16

English

Free

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Drop-In

and a media arts lab. The Dance Program This is a training program that develops the whole dancer, stressing technical strength while embracing the importance of the intellectual and artistic elements of the art form. The Theatre Program The theatre program offers aspiring young actor opportunities to explore the amazing world of theatre. The Visual Arts Program This program offers visual arts programming for young people in an exciting range of disciplines. The Sarah McLachlan Music Outreach This program brings free, high-quality music education to young people in the inner city.

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The Community Programs - Alcan Outreach: Van Go & Stagecoach - HSBC Save Our Planet Inreach - Telus School Performances Outreach - Westcoast Reduction Art Start for Britannia Preschool - RBC Foundation HeadStart ArtStart for Ray Cam & Grandview Preschool - Variety Club HeARTreach Outreach

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ph: (604) 688-1716 email: wso@al-anon.org www.al-anon.alateen.org/alateen.html area site: www.bcyukon-al-anon.org

Alateen Alateen is designed for the younger relatives and friends of alcoholics through age nineteen. Through Alateen, young people come together to: - share experience, strength and hope with each other. - discuss their difficulties. - learn effective ways to cope.

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101-3680 East Hastings Street Vancouver, British Columbia

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The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience,

Programs

Al-Anon

M-Fr 9:00am-9:00pm, Sat 9:00am-6:00pm, Sun 10:00am-5:00pm

Bus: #50

English

Program fee, fundraising to offset costs

Yes

Performance Space

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Injection Drug Users (IDU) - Reaching Out ASIA works with various agencies in the Downtown Downt own Eastside to help Asian IDU access services and treat-

210-119 West Pender Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 1S5 ph: (604) 669-5567 fax:(604) 669-7756 www.asia.bc.ca asia@asia.bc.ca

also hosts a bi-monthly peer support group.

Programs

ASIA is a non-profit HIV/AIDS organization serving Asian communities. ASIA is committed to providing culturally appropriate and language specific support, outreach, advocacy, and education/research on HIV/AIDS.

ment. The IDU Project team includes one Cantonese/Mandarin speaking Outreach Worker, one Vietnamese speaking Outreach Worker, and one Drug Users Support Group Coordinator. IDU Project has produced two pamphlets; one containing general information on illegal drugs and drug use, while the other is a support pamphlet for families and friends of people who are using drugs. The drop-in Support Group for Asian Drug Users is held every Saturday evening.

Programs

Summary

Asian Society for the Intervention of AIDS (ASIA)

Full Listings

PAD (Positive Asians' Dinner) PAD is a monthly dinner for Asians living with HIV. It is a safe environment for HIV-positive Asians to meet and share personal experiences from living with HIV/AIDS (i.e. Treatment information and updates, family issues, medications and their side effects, and other issues). This volunteer driven initiative also acts as a peer support group, providing culturally and language appropriate HIV/AIDS resources and support.

MSM (Men who have Sex with Men) This is a program for Asian men who have sex with men, gay identified or bi-identified Asian men. The program addresses issues related to being a sexual minority, safer sex practices, risks of HIV infection and living with HIV/AIDS. With volunteers, the project carries out outreach activities including bathhouse outreach, online outreach, outreach at community events, STD/HIV testing accompaniments, one-to-one peer support and counselling. MSM

M-Fr 10:00am-4:00pm English, Japanese, Chinese, Punjabi, Hindi, Vietnamese, Mandarin Yes, No wheelchair accessible washrooms.

2875 Saint George Vancouver, British Columbia V5T 3R8 ph: (604) 879-6554 fax: (604) 879-6525 www.bgc-gv.bc.ca info@bgc-gv.bc.ca (paste a new business card here)

Provides a range of services pertinent to youth. Operates guidance-oriented activities which focus on recreation, informal education, group work, and outdoor camping. Provides social, cultural, and physical activity programs for boys and girls ages 6 to 18, as well as licensed school-age child care. Small membership fee.

Programs

Summary

Boys’ and Girls’ Club of Greater Vancouver

In addition to affiliated clubs. Boys’ and Girls’ club also runs the following programs: Nexus Substance Misuse Outreach Program (please see pg. 32 )

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Programs

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Skytrain: Stadium Skytrain, Bus: #8, #22 Free

Office

Odyssey II (please see pg. 33) Mon - Fri: 8:30am5pm

Bus: #19

English

Small membership fee

No, but can accomodate No accessible washrooms

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BCACL is a provincial association dedicated to promoting the participation of people with developmental disabilities in all aspects of community life. BCACL also

300- 30 East 6th Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V5T 4P4

support activities dedicated to building inclusive communities that value the diverse abilities of all people. VOICES This is a pilot youth leadership program comprised of youth with and without developmental disabilities from Greater Vancouver. Past projects include the "Everyone Belongs 2003" conference, as well as workshops and speaks on inclusive education.

Notes

BC Association for Community Living (BCACL)

Programs

Summary

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ph: (604) 875-1119 fax: (604) 875-6744 www.bcacl.org info@bcacl.org (paste a new business card here)

P.O. Box 4397 Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 3Z8

English

Free

Yes

Office

BC Choral Federation Youth Council The BCYC is â&#x20AC;&#x153;run by the youth, for the youth.â&#x20AC;? Every year a group of singers from the BCYC helps promote youth singing in the province. The BCCF Youth Council runs BC Youth Choir, a group of singers, aged 17-24, from each region of the province. The BC Youth Choir participates in Chorefest.

ph: (604) 875-1119 fax: (604) 875-6744 www.bcchorafed.com BCCF@bcchoralfed.com

M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Bus: #4

English

Varies

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Notes

BCCF also sponsors Chorefest an annual event where choirs around the province get together to sing every year. The BCCF also provides many other services to singers and choirs alike. Some of the many supported

Bus: #9, #99

functions include: singing workshops, conducting courses, a music library, concert announcements, and a semi-frequent newsletter.

Programs

Summary

BC Choral Federation (BCCF)

M-F 8:30am-5:30pm

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Full Listings

(...continues from previous page) secondary school principal confirming their need for this program. Provided by Vancouver Community College. Youth Clinics This Vancouver Coastal Health cinic provides free dropin and confidential STD/HIV testing, sexual health / health counselling, birth control, pregnancy testing/counseling, and help with personal/school problems.

for individuals and at the community level. Works with Midtown school prevention workers. Services provided by Vancouver Coastal Health.

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Broadway Youth Resource Centre

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Leave Out ViolencE Organization offers violence prevention program at the Broadway Youth Resource Centre. (please see pg.31)

Canada World Youth designs and delivers international educational programs for youth (aged 17-29) with a focus on volunteer work and community development in a cross-cultural setting. Core Program (17-24 years old) The program includes two phases: one in Canada, and

37 Dunlevy Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6A 3A3 ph: 1-800-889-6069 fax: 604-732-9141 www.cwy-jcm.org vancouver@cwy_jcm.org

one overseas in a country in Africa, Asia, Latin America or Central and Eastern Europe. Customized Programs These programs are restricted to a small number of residents of particular regions of Canada and for those with interest or experience in a particular field (e.g. HIV/AIDS, information technology). Each program has a Canadian and an overseas phase. Overseas Internships These internships are exclusively overseas and restricted to a small number of residents living in particular regions of Canada and for those with interest or experience in a particular field (such as Aboriginal leadership or information technology). Academic and Community Partnerships Canada World Youth works with representa-

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tives of high schools, colleges, universities and youth groups who want to organize their own short-term immersion project for youth to a developing country.

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Canada World Youth

Programs

Summary

Youth Addictions Worker Individual, group, and family counselling for youth with addiction issues. Offers referrals to detox, treatment programs, and supportive recovery programs. Advocates

M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

N/A

English, French

Fundraising involved for participants

N/A

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The Broadway Youth Resource Centre offers a "one stop" approach to integrated community based social/health services. BYRCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goal is to create an environment that is youth positive, accountable to the com-

691 East Broadway Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V5T 1X7 ph: (604) 709-5720 fax: (604) 709-5721 www.pcrs.ca/byrc/ byrc@pcrs.ca (paste a new business card here)

munity, and offers a continuum of service that will decrease the possibility that Midtown at-risk youth will become street entrenched.

Programs

The Broadway Youth Resource Centre serves the Midtown area of Vancouver. Midtown consists of Mount Pleasant, South Cambie, Little Mountain / Riley Park and Kensington neighborhoods; although anyone in the city can access the health clinic, resource room, and workshops. BYRC serve youth between the ages of 10 and 24 who can benefit from peer and professional support. Odyssey II: Substance Misuse Counselling This is offered by the Boys' and Girls' Club of Greater Vancouver. (please see pg. 33) Community Counselling Clinic Please see City University (pg. 20)

Full Listings The Unloading Zone: Anger Management Providing Resource and Independence for Youth with Disabilities This program provides one to one child/youth care workers to assist families in caring for their special needs child. Parent-Teen Mediation Services This program helps families settle their differences with the aid of a neutral mediator. (Please see pg. 36)

Programs

Summary

Broadway Youth Resource Centre (BYRC)

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Youth Probation Services This service is provided by Ministry of Children and Families. The probation officers will primarily serve youth involved in Criminal Justice System. However, they will also be available for youth and adults alike to provide information and consultation on probation, bail, alternative measures, court process, the Criminal Code of Canada, the Youth Criminal Justice Act, and community resources related to youth who have become involved in the Criminal Justice System. Officers are available from 2:00pm-5:00pm on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons. Independent Living Skills Program This program provides outreach counselling, information and support to assist youth in developing the life skills necessary to make successful transitions to independent living. Family Counselling Programs This program provides counselling for families in conflict. The objective is to enable families to live together successfully. The Family Counselling Program also provides assessment, mediation counselling, communication skills development, trauma resolution coun-

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selling and referral to other community agencies when appropriate. Teen Parent Program This program provides counselling, information and support to assist referred pregnant and parenting youth in making the healthiest choices that fit for their lives. The Vietnamese Youth Development Program This is an initiative sponsored by the City of Vancouver to provide assistance to Vietnamese Youth in the city, please see Pacific Community Resrouces Society. (pg. 33) Aboriginal Youth Programs Please see Urban Native Youth Association (pg. 45) Intermediate ABE Youth Program This program offers Grade 10 equivalency schooling in an informal, off-campus setting for youth ages 15 to 18 who are unablee to enter other programs. Youth must have been out of school for one year and have a letter from their (continues next page...) M-Tu-T 1:00pm7:00pm, Fr 1:00pm5:00pm, W by Appointment Only.

Bus: #9, #99

English, Vietnamese, French, Spanish

Free

Yes

Drop-In, Resource Centre

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103- 119 West Pender Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 1S5 ph: (604) 734-4677 fax: (604) 734-4675 www.cciorg.ca west@cciorg.ca

Each year, Canadian Crossroads International (CCI) recruits, trains and sends about 100 volunteers on international development projects and internships in our partner countries and in Canada. This program is for youth ages 19-30.

Programs

Canadian Crossroads International is an international non-profit organization, supported by the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA), other gov-

ernment and non-government funders and many individual donors around the world. CCI is dedicated to building a constituency of global citizens committed to voluntarism, international development and social action in the new millennium.

Programs

Summary

Canadian Crossroads International (CCI)

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Each volunteer is required to fundraise between $2,200 and $2,500. CCI provides support for fundraising.

The mission for Canadian Red Cross is to improve the situation of the most vulnerable through helping people deal with situations that threaten their survival, safety, security, well-being and human dignity. The Lower

Mainland Region of the Canadian Red Cross serves BC residents from the Greater Vancouver area, North to Sechelt, Squamish and Pemberton, East to the Fraser Valley, Boston Bar and Hope, and South to the U.S. border. Volunteer opportunities are available for these programs.

3400 Lake City Way Burnaby, British Columbia V5A 4Y2 ph: (604) 709-6600 Toll Free: 1-800-565-8000 fax: (604) 709-6675

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International Services The Global Education Program offers free interactive workshops to classes, clubs and interactiive organizations. The workshops are 'Even Wars Have Limits: Children in the Midst of Armed Conflict', 'Even Wars Have Limits: The Humanitarian Crisis of Landmines', 'Human Development: Breaking the Poverty-Disease Cycle', and 'Natural Disasters: Exploring the

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Skytrain Station: Stadium Bus: #8,#22

English

see program notes

Yes, washrooms not accessible

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UnNatural Causes of Vulnerability'.

Programs

Canadian Red Cross

Programs

Summary

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M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

The Global Issues Symposium for Youth This is an annual four-day event in November that engages high school students on issues such as armed conflict, refugees, landmines, (continues next page...) M-Fr 8:30am-4:30pm

Skytrain Station: Lake City Way

English, French

Cost varies depending on program

Yes

Office

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Youth TAP (Training in Action Project) Provides 'Taking Action' skills training workshops such as 'Using the Media', 'Events 101', 'Building a Culture of Peace', and 'Active Global Citizenship', and support and guidance for youth action projects. First Aid Provides a free, basic first aid presentation to communi-

The Centre

Summary

The Centre is a community resource providing support, health and social services, and public education for the well being of lesbians, gay men, transgendered and bisexual people and their allies in Vancouver and throughout BC. The Centre is committed to building pride and acceptance of diversity and to mitigating the impact of homophobia, heterosexism, transphobia and biphobia. The Centre welcomes and values all people

1107 Bute Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6E 1Z6 ph: (604) 684-4901 fax: (604) 684-5309 www.lgtbcentrevancouver.com gabyouth@lgtbcentrevancouver.com (paste a new business card here)

RespectED: Violence and Abuse Prevention RespectED deals with all kinds of maltreatment, and provides education both for those at risk and for those wanting to implement or enhance abuse programs. Topics include physical, emotional, and sexual abuse; peer harassment and relationship violence.

Programs

children and war, human rights, food security and taking action.

Youth in Emergency Services This is a partnership with local secondary schools to train youth leaders to provide earthquake preparedness training to other students in their schools.

regardless of race, colour, religion, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and source of income. Counselling and Groups The Centre offers groups and free one-on-one counselling to the community in a LGTB friendly environment. Counselling is offered by practicum students. GAB Youth Services GAB is a cool place where youths can kick back and talk with friends. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a great place to meet people that have similar questions about sexual orientation or gender identity. During drop-in times, there are always cool volunteers and other youths who would love to hear about your life. What we do at Drop-ins youth participate in program planning arts and crafts including sculpting, collage making and linoleum prints

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workshops on unlearning racism, self-defense, body image/fat-phobia, theatre skills, drugs, safer sex, school issues, relationships, etc., rune readings, movie and pizza nights guest speakers from other queer groups and relevant service, screen videos for the Out On Screen Festival, brainstorm for promotion ideas, board games, story telling, preparetion for the Pride Parade, bowling, parties and holiday events,hangg out in coffee shops, scavenger hunts, hanging out at the beach,. <your suggestions here>.

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ty groups with special reference to new immigrants and those with little or no English language skills. Presentations may be given in basic English or in the language of the community involved.

Programs

Canadian Red Cross

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M-Th 10:00am6:00pm, Fr 12:00pm10:00pm

Bus: #6

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CYH is a youth driven organization located in Vancouver. CYH educates and organizes young people to become active on issues such as labour rights, the environment and free trade as well as corporate threats to democracy, all through the framework of understand-

503-207 West Hastings Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 1H7 ph: (604) 685-6631 fax:(604) 688-5756 www.checkyourhead.org info@checkyourhead.org

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ing economic globalization. The Democracy Project! This project arises out of our four years of experience educating and working with youth on global issues. The goals of the Democracy Project are two-fold: (1) to research the values and beliefs young people hold about democracy and citizenship, and (2) To develop comprehensive educational models and resources to support youth in utilizing the skills that they feel they need to engage as citizens. We will be leading discussion groups with youth to facilitate a dialogue on what citizenship and democracy means to them. What are the rights and responsibilities that come with these concepts and how do they connect to our values? The Sea of Change The Sea of Change is a popular education exercise that can be used as a tool to help groups do visioning and

Full Listings build strategies for working together. It is a creative exercise that takes participants through building a river of change between the injustices in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world and the ideal world they would like to see. The process can be used to tackle a range of issues. Time and Size of Group This workshop can be done for groups ranging between about 10 and 120. This workshop can be done to help a small and intimate group of r frequentlytotodo do people who work togethefrequently visioning and establish short and long-term goals. It can also be used at conferences or meetings of people who donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know each other well to determine what some of the common challenges are and how they might be collectively or individually overcome.

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Check Your Head (CYH)

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Globalization 101 This workshop introduces participants to what economic globalization is and how it affects youth. Through role-plays, skits, brainstorms and discussions participants have fun while learning about economics, trade, sweatshops and democracy and how these are all related under the umbrella of globalization. International Trade This workshop helps demystify the world of trade agreements. We critically examine the impact of trade rules on democracy, the environment, labour, education and health care. Sweatshops A workshop that looks at the race to the bottom in the global economy by examining the conditions that sweatshop workers work in and critically looks at the process of putting profit before people. This workshop is a part of a

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joint project Check Your Head is working on with Oxfam Canada to address the issues and concerns of sweatshops. Media Awareness This workshop examines the implications of high concentration levels of media ownership and how that may affect public perception and attitudes. It challenges youth to question media bias and look at alternative forms of media for information gathering. Commercialization of Education This workshop examines issues of access to education and increased corporate sponsorship of public education and how this influences the commodification of our social values. Students will be able to discuss exclusive deals between corporations and high schools, why they're being signed and what the concerns are around them. Genetic Engineering and Food Security This workshop focuses on the patenting of life forms and the potential implications of genetic engineering on humans and the environment. It also addresses the globalization of the food industry and the concerns of local control of food resources. M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

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503-207 West Hastings Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 1H7 ph: (604) 685-6631 fax:(604) 688-5756 www.checkyourhead.org info@checkyourhead.org (paste a new business card here)

Full Listings build strategies for working together. It is a creative exercise that takes participants through building a river of change between the injustices in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world and the ideal world they would like to see. The process can be used to tackle a range of issues. Time and Size of Group This workshop can be done for groups ranging between about 10 and 120. This workshop can be done to help a small and intimate group of people who work togethefrequently to do visioning and establish short and long-term goals. It can also be used at conferences or meetings of people who donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know each other well to determine what some of the common challenges are and how they might be collectively or individually overcome.

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Check Your Head (CYH)

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Summary

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Bus: #16, #20, #10, #135

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Free

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691 East Broadway Vancouver, British Columbi V5T 1X7 ph: (604) 709-5729 fax: (604) 709-5721

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Counselling Services City University offers counselling services through the Broadway Youth Resource Centre. The counselling is provided by interns from the Counselling Psychology program, and the services is conducted under the supervision of a Registered Clinical Counsellor. You can talk about school and work concerns, relationship concerns, stress with family or friends, sexuality, alcohol and drugs, self-esteem, eating and body image concerns, and couple issues. Confidential, unbiased service provided for

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youth age 10-24 and their families and friends.

Programs

City University operates with the mission of making education available to all who desire it. Primarily, City University was founded to serve working adults who want to build on their education but cannot interrupt

their careers to become full-time students. At City University, education includes more than completing required course work. We strive to create a productive environment for career development, networking and mentorship experiences.

Programs

Summary

City University (Counselling Clinic)

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There are 3 ways you can access the service: 1. Drop-in during clinic hours (Tues/Thurs 17pm) 2. Call the clinic clinice, and ask to speak with a counsellor 3. Have someone you trust make a referral By Appointment

Bus: #9, #99

English

Free

Yes

Drop-In

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The City of Vancouver's Youth Outreach Team engages youth in: decision making processes; celebrations of youth accomplishment & innovation; the creation and

evaluation of supports for youth within city jurisdiction ...and much much more ! We strive to partner with community organizations and city departments whenever possible, to meaningfuly engage youth, so that young people are seen as resources both in and to the city. Community based programs and projects constantly change, so it's best to check out our website or give us a call.

100- 515 West 10th Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V5Z 4A8

Neighbourhood Improvement (Planning Department)

ph: (604) 871-6212 fax:(604) 871-6048 www.vancouveryouth.ca talk@vancouveryouth.ca

Youthweek (Parks & Recreation)

Navigation of YOUR issues through the Civic Maze!

Programs

Civic Youth Strategy Youth Outreach Team

Programs

Summary

Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative

Council Committees - Getting you to the table ! Strengthening Youth Services (Social Planning Department)

Partners at Work Work Experience Program

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575 Drake Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 4K8 24-hour Crisis Shelter: (604) 685-7474 Administration: (604) 685-Kids (5437) fax: (604) 685-5324 www.covenanthousebc.org info@covenanthousebc.org (paste a new business card here)

Residential Crisis Shelter Our 24-hour, 22-bed crisis residential shelter accommodates 22 young people between the ages of 16 and 22. While in the residential program young people are supported in their plan to get off the street by two daily contacts with consistent youth workers. Community Support Services/ Outreach Provides walk-in support, counselling, information and advocacy to young people aged 13 to 24 years of age. Women's only drop-in happens Fridays from 10:00am to 2:00pm.

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Bus: #99, #17

English, Hungarian, Hebrew, and others

Free

Yes

Office

Rights of Passage A long-term transitional residential program that bridges the gap for youth (16 - 24 years old) needing a home, structure and guidance through a chance to improve their education, to enter the workforce and to train for a job with a future. (continues next page...)

Programs

Covenant House Vancouver provides food, shelter, clothing and counselling to the estimated 500 - 1,000 street youth in Vancouver. Five operating principles guide the services: immediacy- providing for basic

needs; sanctuary- providing safety from the streets; value communication- showing trust, respect and honesty; structure- providing stability to alleviate anxiety and focus on planning; choice- empowering personal decision-making.

Programs

Summary

Covenant House Vancouver

M-Fr 10:00am-4:00pm

24-hours a day

Bus: #1, #6, #22, #2, #44

English

Free

Yes

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ple to provide input into and feedback about our programs and provide a voice on community issues.

Programs

Pastoral Ministry This program offers spiritual guidance, counseling and support to youth and staff being particularly sensitive to our multi-faith environment. Faith Community is a 13 month commitment to live in community, to deepen their personal and communal prayer life while working as full time volunteers at Covenant House.

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Learning for Immediate and Future Enrichment (L.I.F.E.) This program offers a comprehensive, module-based approach to teaching essential life-skills such as wellness, personal and social development, money management, pre-employment skills, daily living skills, and community resources. Downtown Street Voice Youth Advisory Committee This committee provides an opportunity for young peo-

763 East Broadway Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V5T 1X7 business office: (604) 872-1811 distress line: (604) 872-3311 fax: (604) 879-6216 www.crisiscentre.bc.ca info@crisiscentre.bc.ca (paste a new business card here)

Community Education This program includes: A) School-Based Suicide Prevention workshops (for grades 8 - 12): "Choices" Youth Suicide Awareness Workshop, Advanced Level 2 Suicide Prevention Workshop, Stress Management Workshop, and Peer Helper Workshop Series. B) Professional Development fee-for-service training to organizations and individuals who want to develop or strengthen skills related to stress management, crisis intervention and suicide prevention. Distress Line This distress line offers: A) Volunteer Training

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Programs

The Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of British Columbia is a volunteer organization committed to helping people help themselves and others deal with

crisis.

Programs

Summary

Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of BC

B) 24-Hour Distress Line service is staffed by highly trained volunteers, 24-hours a day, seven days a week. This service is free, confidential and non-judgmental. We offer immediate support, listening and resource information.

24-hour Phone Lines

N/A

Multi-lingual Service

Free

N/A

Office/ Distress Line

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ph: (604) 606-6408 fax: (604) 606-6432 www.dancearts.bc.ca info@dancearts.bc.ca (paste a new business card here)

Summary

Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) DDA enables people with developmental disabilities to achieve their full potential. DDA provides programs for individuals and families, across the life cycle, encourag-

100-3851 Shell Road Richmond, British Columbia V6X 2W2 ph: (604) 273-9778 fax: (604)273-9770 www.develop.bc.ca info@develop.bc.ca (paste a new business card here)

Programs

677 Davie Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 2G6

DanceArts' projects cover issues such as teen suicide, global sustainability, violence, and freedom of expression. DanceArts' present work with youth extends beyond the workshop performances and broadcasts. We work closely with youth activists, youth-centred agencies, teachers, counsellors councsellors, front-line organizations and service clubs throughout the life of each project. Our post-show talkback sessions - a chance for audiences to interact with each other and with our cast - are vital and remarkable events which have often created deeply

moving and cathartic experiences for everyone involved. We also produce print and other materials for distribution at each of our performances.

M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Bus: #1, #6, #10, #16, #17

English, French

Fee for programs

Yes

Performance Space, Office

ing inclusive, successful communities. Successful communities are noted for the acceptance and inclusion of persons of different needs and different cultures. Leisure Challenge Youth Program (located at 2083 East 37th Ave.) This program offers quality after school recreational and life skills programming for youth 1319 with developmental disabilities. Throughout the school year, Leisure Challenge offers a wide range of leisure and life skills activities including arts and crafts, swimming, skating, bowling, cooking and baking. During the summer many outings are held in the Lower Mainland; examples are trips to outdoor pools, beaches, water parks, nature habitats and many community events. In order to attend, all youth with special needs must first be deemed

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eligible through the Ministry of Child and Family Development. Contact their Vancouver office at 604-775-2300.

Programs

DanceArts creates small and large-scale art projects and productions which include live performances and touring; video, film and television; workshops and animation events. Our languages are dance, theatre,

music, video and film and the visual arts. We work in Vancouver, across Canada and, periodically, outside the country. We believe that art is necessary and work to integrate art and art making into a broader community - to deghettoize the arts and "widen the circle".

Programs

DanceArts Vancouver

Programs

Summary

Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative

Sept.-June M-Th 2:00 pm-6:00 pm. School holidays and professional days, operates from 8:30 am- 6:00pm July-Sept. M-Fr 8:30 am- 6:00 pm Access for non-English speakers is available through an interpretation service. Yes

Bus: #410

Free

Office

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Prevention activities include educational presentations

300- 2250 Commercial Drive Vancouver, British Columbia V6A 1G9

The Youth Program provides services to youth ages 12 to 24. Services include assessment and counselling for youth and their families. Psychiatric consultation is available.

Notes

Outpatient program for individuals with a mental illness who have a substance abuse problem.

and consultation to agencies and community professionals regarding assessment and treatment of dual diagnosis.

Programs

Summary

Dual Diagnosis Program

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Provides linkage for clients between alcohol/drug and mental health programs.

ph: (604) 255-9843 fax:(604) 253-4280

M-Fr 8:15am-5:00pm

Bus: #4,#7 ( counsellor will travel to you)

English,Interpreters can be arranged.

Free

Yes

Office

Sun-Th 7:00pm5:00am

Bus: #5, #6

English, French

Free

This is part of the Family Services of Greater Vancouver

Entrance on Thurlow Street 1056 Comox Vancouver, British Columbia V6E 1J2 ph: (604) 688-0399 fax: (604) 683-0383

Dusk to Dawn Youth Resource Centre is a drop-in centre serving street youth in the downtown south area between the hours of 7:00 pm to 5:30 am. It provides a safe, non-judgmental environment for street-involved youth, especially when other services are not available. Front-line staff are peer counsellors, all under the age of 26. Most of the front-line staff have previously been street or system involved. Dusk to Dawn Youth Resource Centre offers referrals, information and support, access to basic needs (including shower, laundry and a meal program), peer counselling and direct access to other services.

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Dusk to Dawn Youth Resource Centre (Family Services of Greater Vancouver)

Programs

Summary

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No, arrangements can be made. no wheelchair accessible washrooms.

Drop-In, Resource Centre

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The Environmental Youth Alliance (EYA) is an environmental and social development organization which focuses on the stewardship of the physical and social environment. The concept of stewardship refers to long305-119 West Pender Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 1S5 mailing address: P.O. Box 34097 Stn. D, Vancouver, BC, V6J 4M1 ph: (604) 688-0399 fax: (604) 683-0383 www.eya.ca info@eya.ca

Programs

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term responsibility and care for communities, the earth, and ultimately ourselves. The EYA is a youth driven, non-profit agency based in Vancouver and has young people involved in every level of the organization. The Green Workplace program This program is a no cost or low cost service designed to help small to medium size businesses reduce the environmental impact of their operations though cost saving solutions. The program is coordinated by youth teams who conduct the audits as part of an employment skills program. The Biodiesel Project This is a partnership between Environmental Youth Alliance and UBC, which currently consists of a smallscale plant that produces btween 100 and 180 litres of Biodiesel per week. The plant is run by young people, who collect and recycle French fry grease into Biodiesel-

Full Listings -an environmentally friendly diesel substitute that reduces greenhouse gases by 78%. The resulting product is used to supply UBCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s maintenance fleet. A larger facility is also in the works, which is estimated to produce between 1000 and 3000 litres of Biodiesel per week.

Programs

Environmental Youth Alliance (EYA)

Programs

Summary

Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative

Budapest and Berlin are all potential locations, but are subject to change.

Strathcona and Cottonwood Gardens Located near the Downtown Eastside, the Cottonwood Gardens and Strathcona community gardens provide fresh organic produce to community members and associations and act as one of the few remaining urban wildlife habitats in Vancouver. These gardens are also a training ground for youth at-risk, who gain skills in food production and environmental stewardship. The Strathcona community garden, located adjacent to the Cottonwood site, includes such features as a native plant nursery and the eco-pavilion. Youth Community Asset Mapping Initiative (YCAMI) YCAMI provides training and resources to youth groups and organizations on asset mapping, a community development and participatory research tool that engages participants in documenting and mobilizing their strengths and resources. International Internships An EYA internships provide practical job experience and training for youth who are interested in pursuing a career in environmental sustainability and have completed a post-secondary degree in applied science, science, business or management. The internships have a five month international phase, and a 2-4 month (depending on countries and host organizations) period in Vancouver. Seattle, Paris,

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M-Fr 9:00am-3:00pm

Bus: #8, #22, #19

English

Free

Yes, No wheelchair accessible washrooms.

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1616 West 7th Vancouver, British Columbia V6J 1S5 ph: (604)731-4951 fax: (604) 733-7009 www.fsgv.ca

Dusk to Dawn (see pg. 24) PRIYD (see pg. 38) Programs for Independence (see pg. 37) Respect Safety and Violence Prevention Program (604) 874-2938 fax: (604) 874-9898 The RSVP program is available to youth ages 12-18 who have been exposed to abuse directed toward their parent. Prevention and group programs are also available in the community and are designed to raise awareness of relationship violence and to promote healthy personal relationships. 202-1193 Kingsway Avenue.

Street Youth Job Action Street (see pg. 41) Youth Parenting Support (see pg. 42) Street Youth Service Outreach (see pg. 42) The Unloading Zone (see pg. 45) Youth Detox (see pg. 53) Providing Resources Independence for Youth with Disabilities (see pg. 38) Walden St. Safe House (see pg. 49)

Programs

We are a not-for-profit organization dedicated to strengthening people, families, and communities. We They provide a diverse range of professional support and

counselling services to those who are experiencing new or difficult challenges in their lives.

Programs

Summary

Family Services of Greater Vancouver

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M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Bus: #9, #16, #17, #4, #7, #44

Multi-lingual services

Free

Yes

Office

M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Bus: #17, #488, #492

English

Free

Office

First Call is a coalition of individuals and organizations whose purpose is to create greater understanding of and advocacy for legislation, policy, and practice to

L-408 4480 Oak Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6H 3V4 ph: (604) 875-3629 in BC, toll free 1-800-307-1212 fax: (604) 875-3569 www.firstcallbc.org info@firstcallbc.org

ensure that all children and youth have opportunities and resources required to achieve their full potential and to participate in the challenges of creating a better society. It is made up of over 60 provincial/regional partner organizations. Policy Tables First call hosts a variety of discussions centred around ideas of promoting healthy communities for the long term. Community organizations and policy makers are present at these meetings.

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Programs

First Call - BC Child and Youth Advocacy Coalition

Programs

Summary

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ph: (604) 879-8884 Toll Free (across Canada): 1-800-336-9726 fax: (604) 879-9926 www.healingourspirit.org info@healingourspirit.org (paste a new business card here)

Summary

Immigrant Services Society of British Columbia(ISSBC) The Immigrant Services Society of British Columbia (ISS) is a not-for-profit charitable organization that provides settlement, community, English-language, training

530 Drake Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 2H3 ph: (604) 684-7498 ext. 20 fax: (604) 684-5683 www.issbc.org (paste a new business card here)

Programs

100- 2425 Quebec Street Vancouver, British Columbia V5T 4L6

needs of all people living with, or affected by, HIV/AIDS, friends, family members of affected individuals, health care professionals, caregivers, and students.

Education workshops The education workshops offer customized training workshops from 1 hour to 4 day training sessions for diverse groups. Resource Centre The Resource Centre serves the informational

M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Bus: #9,#99

English

Free

Yes

Office

and employment services to immigrants, refugees and students in Canada. Multicultural Youth Circle (MY Circle) The goal of MY Circle is to empower newcomer youth to actively participate and positively integrate into Canadian Society by creating safe, confidential and supportive environments where they can gain validation and understanding around the complex issues of adjustment and integration. MY Circle trains 14-24 year old newcomer youth volunteers to become peer support group facilitators and community leaders. The training focuses on topics such as: selfawareness and basic counselling skills, communication, physical and mental health, racism, discrimination, bullying, violence and personal

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coping strategies. Once the training is complete, the volunteer facilitators go back out into their communities and work with local host organizations and deliver peer support groups to other newcomer youth across the Greater Vancouver Area experiencing challenges adjusting to life in Canada.

Programs

The mandate of Healing Our Spirit is to prevent and reduce the spread of HIV and AIDS and provide care and support services to Aboriginal peoples infected and affected by HIV/AIDS. The objectives of Healing Our

Spirit programs and services are to increase the awareness of HIV and AIDS in both urban and rural Aboriginal communities; provide educational workshops throughout BC on the prevention of HIV and AIDS; provide support to individuals living with HIV and AIDS; as well as to their families and caregivers; increase community accessibility to HIV and AIDS educational material and resources; and increase acceptance of people living with HIV and AIDS in their communities.

Programs

Healing Our Spirit

Programs

Summary

Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative

M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Bus: #1, #6

Twenty languages spoken.

Some accommodation fees, most other services are free

Office, Drop-In

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715 McBride Boulevard New Westminster, British Columbia V3L 5T4 ph: (604) 528-5627 fax: (604) 528-5518 www.jibc.bc.ca

The Centre for Leadership and Community Learning This is a division of the JIBC that offers training design and delivery, community consultation, curriculum development, and project management. The centre offers training in counselling and capacity building, community safety, management and leadership development. Specific programs include: Working With Children, Youth, and Families, Working with Youth in Community Settings, Youth Custody Worker Program, and Youth Probation Officer Program.

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The Justice Institute of B.C. is a post-secondary learning organization that offers education and training in the areas of criminal and social justice, public safety and social services making British Columbiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s communities

safer places to live. The mandate is to educate and train those who make communites safer.

Programs

Summary

Justice Institute of BC

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M-Fr 8:00am-4:30pm

Bus: #154

English

Fees for course

Yes

Office

M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Skytrain: Westminster Station Bus: #112

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Unit 1, 774 Columbia Street New Westminster, British Columbia V3M 1B5 ph: (604) 521-0555 fax: (604) 521-9393 www.katimavik.org arioux@katimavik-bcyk.org

The Katimavik program is based on the concept of service learning - learning through volunteer work on community projects to which participants make a significant contribution. The program incorporates five strategic learning programs: leadership, second language, cultural discovery, environmental protection and adoption of a healthy lifestyle. For nine months, participants live in mixed groups of 11 francophones and anglophones, staying in three communites in three different provinces.

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Notes

Katimavik national youth service learning program, Katimavik's mission is to foster the personal development of young Canadian through a challenging program of volunteer community work, training and group interac-

tion.

Programs

Summary

Katimavik

English, French

Yes

Pay for preliminary testing (medical, criminal record check, etc.)

Office

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1100-1200 West 73rd Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V6P 6G5

Student Ambassador Program The SAP engages high school students to help raise awareness of, and funds for, Kids Help Phone in their schools and communities. They also act as liaisons between their communities and Kids Help Phone.

ph: 1-800-668-6868 Admin. in Vancouver: (604) 267-7057 fax: (604) 267-7057 www.kidshelp.sympatico.ca info@kidshelp.sympatico.ca

Programs

Kids Help Phone is Canada's only toll-free, 24 hour, national bilingual telephone counselling service for children and youth. Kids Help Phone helps all the young

people who call, either through counselling, or by referring them to services in their own community.

Programs

Summary

Kids Help Phone

24-hour Phone Lines

N/A

English, French

Free

N/A

Office

Kinex is a youth-driven team focused on promoting youth mental health and well-being across Vancouver. Kinex develops models of peer support with community partners and creates opportunities for meaningful youth engagement within their communities.

306 1212 West Broadway Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V6H 3V1 ph: (604) 733-6186 fax:(604) 730-1015 www.vcn.bc.ca/ypshra kinex@telus.net (paste a new business card here)

Kinexâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s projects focus on specific issues related to advocacy and support. For example, they are currently working with the Social Planning and Research Council of BC and Covenant House Vancouver to design and conduct consultations with youth throughout the lower mainland to access youth input on the Greater Vancouver Regional Homelessness Plan. They are also collaborating with the Urban Native Youth Association on the Youth Overcoming Barriers Initiative to support youth affected with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Facilitate This! Workshop Series This is a four-day training for youth on group facilitation. Youth Service Provider Training A two-day training series designed for people, youth and adults, who volunteer or work with youth in any type of group setting (classrooms,

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drop-in programs, support groups, leadership programs, etc.).

Programs

Kinex Youth Initiative (Self Help Resource Association of BC)

Programs

Summary

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Customized Workshops Workshops are available on topics such as conflict resolution, effective communication, group safety, stages of group process, antioppression and youth voice. M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm, Workshops provided on evenings and weekends.

Bus: #9, #17, #99

English

Program and training costs vary

Yes

Office

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3293 East Broadway Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 1Z8 ph: (604) 873-8139 fax:(604) 873-8140 www.ldav.ca info@ldav.ca (paste a new business card here)

Teen Activity Groups These groups give a chance for 13 to 15-yearolds who have difficulty with social interaction to develop friendships, self-confidence, and social skills. Games and process-oriented art activities are used as the medium for social skill development. One on One Tutoring This program gives individualized reading and writing instruction for students who are at least one year behind their peers in developing these skills, for students between the ages of 7 and 14. High School Readiness This program is for grades 5-8 which offers small group instruction in skills that help students meet the increased reading and writing demands of high school.

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Programs

LDAV is a non-profit organization committed to fostering the full potential of persons with learning disabilities. LDAV continues to offer a continuum of services on the basis that learning disabilities are a life long influence. Programs and services focus on the development of coping strategies and building self-advocacy skills. Wherever possible, programs are situated in communi-

ty-based facilities with participation fees based on the ability to pay.

Programs

Summary

Learning Disabilities Association of Vancouver (LDAV)

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Intro to Keyboarding This program is a hands on class teaches kids aged 12-18 the basics of tying in a small group setting. Creative Keyboarding This program helps ages 9-13 helps students increase their typing speed and fluency while participation in creative writing activities and grammar games. M-Th 10:00am3:00pm

English

Yes

Skytrain: One block north of Rupert Skytrain Station No Drop-In fee for using resource library. Fee for tutoring and workshops. Resource Centre and Office

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McCreary Center Society McCreary is a non-profit organization committed to improving the health of BC youth through research, information, and community based participation projects.

3552 East Hastings Street Vancouver Vancouver ancouver,, British Columbia V5K 2A7 ph: (604) 291-1996 fax: (604) 291-7308 www www.mcs.bc.ca mccreary@mcs.bc.ca

Photojournalism and Broadcast Journalism This program teaches LOVE youth how to express and document their thoughts and feelings about what violence means to them and how it af affects their lives.

tations in schools and in the community on the real-life causes, consequences and strategies for prevention of youth violence. V Violence Prevention Committees The committee engages students in schools to disucuss and plan how to prevent youth violence in their schools and communities.

Leadership Training This training teaches LOVE youth the skills to become active leaders against youth violence. School and Community Outreach This program engages youth in leading presenNext Step/Aboriginal Next Step Next Step is series of youth-led workshops, through which participants are given the opportunity to identify health issues in their communities and make suggestions for improving the health of youth. Aboriginal Next Step is specifically offerred to Aboriginal Youth. Breaking Barriers & Building Bridges B4 is a youth-for-youth weekend conference that provides workshops in skill development. YACShops This is a series of 6 workshops developed by McCreary's Youth Advisory Council as resources for facilitators of varying experience levels.

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M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Bus: #9, #99

English

Free

Yes

Office

Dr Project Dr. This is a youth driven project that focuses on the experiences that youth in care have accessing health care services in B.C.

Programs

691 East Broadway Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V5T 1X7

Programs

LOVE is a Canadian youth violence prevention organization that helps at-risk youth understand the destructive impact of violence in their own lives and society as a whole. Through LOVE's programs, young people

between the ages of 13 and 18 that have had experiences with violence learn how to reject violence as a way of life. They also learn how to become leaders against violence in their own communities.

Programs

Leave Out ViolencE (LOVE)

Programs

Summary

Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative

The Open Door assesses the "youth friendliness" of services in communities around BC, as rated by youth. Administration: M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm Program Hours Differ

Bus: #C1, #10, #27, #28, #123, #130, #135, #160, #190,

English, Tagalog, Spanish

Free

Yes

Resource Centre, Office

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ph: (604) 253-9355 fax: (604) 251-8984 www.moresports.org info@moresports.org

Summary

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Nexus Substance Misuse Outreach Program (Boys' and Girls' Club of Greater Vancouver) This program is part of the Boys' and Girls' Club of Greater Vancouver.

MoreSports Leadership This program helps "at-risk" East Vancouver young adults who have not graduated from high school gain life skills that are transferable to their future education and career choices. Leaders receive training in coaching, leadership, recreation development and community sport organization.

Programs

876 Cordova Diversion Vancouver, British Columbia V6A 3R3

World Cup Micro Soccer This is a co-ed recreational soccer program in a league format for 4-12 year olds. It serves as an introduction to the sport, emphasizing team play and game situations. Parental involvement is strongly encouraged. MoreSports FastBreak Basketball This programis an introduction to the game of basketball. Coaches teach the fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed upon fair play, leadership and teamwork! The league runs Saturdays from January to April. Cost to play is $20.00 (subsidies are available). This program helps youth up to age 24 who are street-involved or otherwise at risk, to effecitvely deal with substance misuse issues. ef It of offers crisis counselling and education about addiction issues, assists in intervention planning facilitates access to alcohol and drug services, and educates and provides information to other service providers.

M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Bus: #4, #7

English

Free

Office

Street Outreach

Skytrain Station: Stadium

English

Free

Yes

Drop-In, Resource Centre

Notes

MoreSports is a recreational sport development initiative that provides sport opportunities to children and youth that reflect the uniqueness of inner city Vancouver neighbourhoods.

Mt. Pleasant Micro Soccer This program runs April 24th to June 26th, 2004. Cost to play is $30

Programs

Summary

MoreSports

Programs

Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative

550 Cambie Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 2N7 ph: (604) 660-5216 fax: (604) 660-1963 www.bgc-gv.bc.ca www.bgc-gv .bgc-gv.bc.ca nexus@bgc-gv.bc.ca (paste a new business card here)

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This program is part of the Boys' and Girls' Club of Greater Vancouver.

This is a substance misuse program for youth ages 12 to 24 and their families. Services include individual and family counselling, support groups, educational workshops, skill development, recreation, peer support, and counselling. It also provides problem gambling counselling, prevention activities include panel talks, peer counsellor training, and social/recreation programs for high-risk youth. Programs also available in French.

2875 Saint George Street Vancouver, British Columbia V5T 3R8

Notes

Odyssey II (Boys' and Girls' Club of Greater Vancouver)

Programs

Summary

Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative

ph: (604) 879-8853 fax: (604) 879-6133 www.bgc-gv.bc.ca odyii@bgc-gv.bc.ca

PCRS is a not-for-profit society working in partnership with community organizations in the delivery of education, housing, employment, counselling and addiction

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Fraser Regional Programs Teen Parent Program The T Teen Parent Program provides counselling, information and support to assist referred pregnant and parenting youth in making the healthiest choices that fit for their lives. It does this by providing individual outreach support and counselling, some group work/peer support, relationship counselling and helping to develop a network of supports in the community.

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services to children, youth, adults and families. PCRS is dedicated to helping children and youth resolve past trauma and succeed in their community; and to help them gain emotional strength and develop positive values, problem solving skills, social skills and selfsufficiences.

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Summary

Pacific Community Resources Society (PCRS)

ph: (604) 412-7954 fax: (604) 412-7951 www.pcrs.ca mailbox@pcrs.ca

Bus: #19

English, French

Free

No, but arrangements can be made to accommodate. No wheelchair accessible washrooms.

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201-3830 Grandview Highway Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 2C9

Mon - Fri: 10am-7pm. Counselling sessions by appointment

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Skytrain Station: Renfrew, Bus: #27

English

Free

Yes

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Family Counselling Program The Family Counselling Program offers support and consultation. Broadway Youth Resource Centre (please refer to pg.....) 7

Summary

Pacific Legal Education Association (PLEA) Through unique services tailored to individual needs, PLEA helps children, youth, adults and families, who face significant challenges to lead fulfilling lives within

3894 Commercial Street Vancouver, British Columbia V5N 4G2 ph: (604) 871-0450 fax: (604) 871-0408 www.plea.bc.ca info@plea.bc.ca (paste a new business card here)

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The Supported Group Home Program (SGHV) SGHV consists of four group homes with four youths in each home. The group homes are based on a houseparent model with a support team of Child and Youth Care Counsellors. The support team assists with intake, assessment, planning, recreation, and group work, as well as helping houseparents of those who are in need of more intensive support. The group home accepts

Eagle High Alternate School/Counselling Program Eagle High Alternate School/Counselling program offers modified grades 8 through 10, for behaviourally and emotionally troubled youth aged 13 to 16 years. They integrate an accredited academic program, with individual and group counselling, and social/recreational/cultural activities.

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children with moderate emotional and behavioural problems, with the objective of stabilizing the youth in a long term placement.

to access social, recreational, counselling support and employment resources in the city. Vancouver Outreach Employment Program Vancouver Outreach Employment Program works with multi-barriered clients to provide counselling and guidance on life skills, employment opportunities, and other issues.

Vietnamese Youth Development Program The Vietnamese Youth Development Program provides assistance to Vietnamese youth by recognizing and celebrating positive Vietnamese youth activities, and providing help their communities. PLEA delivers community, social, health and justice services in the lower mainland of British Columbia. DARE Youth Programs The DARE Y Youth programs support children, youth and their families who are at significant risk and are involved in the justice, social service and health systems. This is a one-to-one outreach service for youth on bail or probation. DARE Residential Attendance This program provides individual case planning on the educational, vocational, and personal development needs for young people on probation. Bail and Respite This program provides short-term placements

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Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative

for youth as an alternative to custody and for youth and families who require respite services. Tutoring This program is for youth on probation and bail supervision who have disconnected from the (continues next page...) M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Bus: #20

35-40 languages spoken.

Free

Yes

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regular and alternate school systems. Activity supervisors help students identify goals, work toward personal growth, strengthen academic skills, and encourage upgrading.

Waypoint This is a treatment program designed for young men from 12-18 years of age with addictions issues.

Detox This is a service for young persons under 21 in a family care setting.

ph: (604) 684-9872 ext. 2060 fax: (604) 263-0387 www.pflagvancouver.com colin@pf colin@pflagvancouver.com info@pflagvancouver.com

of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender persons, their families and friends through: support, to cope with an adverse society; education, to enlighten an ill-informed public; and advocacy, to end discrimination and to secure equal civil rights.

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Summary

Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays V Vancouver (PFLAG Vancouver)

P.O. Box 30075 8602 Granville Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6P 5A0

ages of 16-19 who have signed an agreement with a delegated Ministry of Children and Family Development Social Worker for supported independent living.

Specialized Residential Care Services This is available for young people in the care of the Ministry for Children and Family who have a variety of behavioral, emotional, social, cognitive, and other difficulties. Youth Agreements Support This support is for high-risk youth between the

Supported Recovery This is a 28-day residential placement for young people who need a transitional home in order to continue drug and alcohol treatment.

PFLAG Vancouver promotes the health and well-being

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Daughters and Sisters This program is designed for young women from 12-18 years of age with addictions issues. This six month program combines residential care in family care homes with an individually tailored, day center treatment program.

Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays provides opportunity for dialogue about sexual orientation and gender identity, and acts to create a society that is healthy and respectful of human diversity.

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Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative

M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Bus: #48, #10, 480, #311

English

Free

Yes

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Full Listings Programs for Independence assist streetinvolved and at-risk youth who have social workers in the Downtown South, Downtown Eastside, and Mount Pleasant, to work toward independence. This goal-directed program assists youth by connecting them with relevant services and coaching them to achieve independence.

This is part of the Family Services of Greater Vancouver.

1065 Seymour Street Vancouver, British Columbia V5K 2E7 ph: (604) 602-9722 fax: (604) 669-6671 www.fsgv.ca

Through referrals by social workers, the programs provide assistance in finding and maintaining a place to live, attending and succeeding at school, securing employment, and other related independent living skills.

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Summary

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of offers non-judgmental alternatives, counselling, education, advocacy and empowerment to those susceptible to and living in the sex trade. PACE P ACE of offers fers support and referrals, runs an outreach program, a health network, and long term housing for individuals planning to leave the sex trade. It also offers bridging services for individuals who are involved in the criminal justice system.

PACE is a Vancouver based charitable organization that

1115 East Hastings Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6E 1A7 mailing address: P.O. Box 73537, Robson Street, Vancouver, BC, V6E 1A7 ph: (604) 872-7651 or 1-800-466-8751 (604) 254-1112 www www.pace.society.ca pacekids@vcn.bc.ca (paste a new business card here)

Peer Education This program involves the provision of educational services related to the sex trade and the training of peer educators. Peer Support Training Groups This program provides opportunities for people who have had experience with sex work to share their ideas about what support means in

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Prostitution Alternatives Counselling & Education Society (PACE)

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Summary

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By Appointment

Skytrain Station: Granville

English

Free

Yes

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their own lives and how individual experiences can be translated to help others in their lives. Outreach Services This services provide support to youth living or involved with the street that are not currently accessing care services.

M-Th 9:30am-5:00pm

Bus: #135, #160, #10, #7

English

Free

Yes

Drop-In, Office

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202-1193 Kingsway Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V5V 3C9 ph: (604) 874-2938 fax: (6040 87 874-9898 www.fsgv.ca

Summary

This is part of Family Services of Greater Vancouver.

This program provides integration support workers to special needs children and youth living in Burnaby, New Westminster, Richmond, and Vancouver. The program is designed as a support for individuals with mental and physical challenges. The goals of the program are to increase each person's independence and to support the family. PRIYD provides support through one-to-one and small group counselling. The support workers help youth clients to access community facilities, gain social and communication skills, learn appropriate social behaviour, gain volunteer and work experience, participate in recreation activities, and engage in transitional planning.

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Providing Resources and Independence for Youth with Disabilities (PRIYD, Family Services of Greater Vancouver)

Notes

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By Appointment American Sign, Cantonese, English, Filipino, French, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese Yes

props making and performance workshops. These artists combine processions, giant puppets, pyrotechnics, group choreography, street performance artists, outdoor art installations, stilt dancers, fire sculpture and music. Since the fall of 1999 the Spectacular Young Y Artists and Performers Project has been creating opportunities for youth to get involved in celebration arts.

Public Dreams Society provides a framework for a wide range of artistic and community expression. Professional and community-based artists work together to create large scale outdoor performances through

141-2050 Scotia Street Vancouver Vancouver ancouver,, British Columbia ph: (604) 879-8611 fax: (604) 879-8614 www.publicdreams.org volunteer@publicdreams.org (paste a new business card here)

W Weekly workshops Workshops are offered to help youth learn how to fully participate in Public Dreams events. Volunteer opportunites Youth can volunteer at annual events. Mentorship program This program supports artistic, administrative,

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and production personnel from the Public Dreams team to mentor organizations and communities through the entire process of conceiving, planning, developing, implementing and evaluating their own community celebration events. This program is designed to develop a â&#x20AC;&#x153;toolkitâ&#x20AC;? as a resource guide for mentoring organizations on a day to day basis.

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Bus #19

M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Bus: #3, #8, #19.

English

Free

Yes

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Real POWER Youth Society

ph: (604) 605-1190 fax: (604) 689-4242 www www.vcn.bc.ca/~rpys powercam powercampvancouver@hotmail.com

The Real POWER Workshop Series This after-school workshop series for girls in grades 8 & 9 is offered in 4 Vancouver high schools per semester throughout the school year. Each 9-week series is either extra-curric-

Redwire Native Youth Media (Redwire)

523-119 West Pender Street Vancouver Vancouver ancouver,, British Columbia V6B 1S5 mailing address: c/o EYA, P.O. Box 34097, Station D, Vancouver, BC, V6J 4M1

Hours vary.

Skytrain: Stadium Station, Bus: #8, #22

English

Free

Y but no wheelchair Yes, accessible washrooms.

Of Office

M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Skytrain: Stadium Skytrain, Bus: #8, #22

English

Free

Yes, but no weelchair accessible washrooms.

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youth in Canada and across the world. It has a print run of 10, 000 issues and is the only uncensored Native Y Youth publication in Canada.

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Summary

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Redwire magazine provides Native and Indigenous youth a forum from which to speak out and a place to gain insight into the state of the Native and Indigenous

ular or curricular in nature depending on each school's structure. This program provides opportunities for girls to try new and cool activities and talk about issues important to them.

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518-119 West Pender Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 1S5

POWER Camp Vancouver This is a summer program for young women 13 to 15 years old. In a safe space, young women critically explore topics important to them including body image, racism and poverty awareness, creative self-expression, relationships and advocacy. Through self-dicovery, peer support, and cool adventures, young women use positive group dynamics and discussion to validate their experiences.

Redwire welcomes submissions to this magazine, in the form of action, creative expression and opinions on issues first nation youth are dealing with. They also offer volunteer opportunities around special events, such as Aboriginal A Awareness day.

ph: (604) 602-7226 fax: (604) 602-7276 www.redwiremag.com (paste a new business card here)

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The Real POWER Youth Society provides young women with an opportunity to come together in a youth and female-centered environment, to address real issues in their lives, to raise awareness, to develop criti-

cal thinking skills and to develop action-oriented strategies for change.

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Summary

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The core function of the Society for Children and Youth iis to ensure that a â&#x20AC;&#x153;child/youth best interests lensâ&#x20AC;? is applied in the development of policies that will affect the

1409 Sperling Avenue Burnaby, British Columbia V5B 4J8 ph: (604) 433-4180 fax: (604) 433-9611 www.scyofbc.org scy@portal.ca

lives of young people. Methods used by SCY to achieve this goal include research, analysis, roundtable discussions, professional education, resource development, and the preparation of briefs and position statements. Rights Awareness Program RAP program promotes the UN Convention of the Rights of the Child. SCY uses a three-tier monitoring framwork to assess compliance with the UN convention.

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Summary

Society for Children and Youth of BC (SCY)

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Child and Youth Friendly Communities This project encourages the development of child and youth friendly communities and helps community groups achieve this through activities activiteis that will improve the safety and well being of children in their communities.

M-Fr 10:00am-5:00pm

Bus: #134, #136

English

Free

Yes

Office

M-Fr 9:00am-4:30pm

Bus: #10, #16, #135, #160

English, Cantonese, Mandarin, Spanish

Free

Drop-In

Advocacy and outreach workers assist refugee claimants and new immigrants, mainly Chinese and Spanish-speaking, by processing immigration applica-

tions, interpreting, making referrals to legal aid and social services, and providing settlement information and referral. SOS also has a preemployment program. Settlement (Chinese) (604) 253-8859 Settlement (Spanish) (604) 255-4611 English Classes (604) 255-7273 Health/AIDS Education (604) 255-7249

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Summary

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360 Jackson son A Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V6A 3B4 ph: (604) 522-1881 fax: (604) 255-7293 sos@amssa.or sos@amssa.org

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This is part of the Family Services of Greater Vancouver. SYJA is dedicated to helping street youth help them-

Entrance on Thurlow 1056 Comox Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6E 1J2

selves by creating flexible, temporary, and parttime employment for street-involved youth aged 24 and under. Employment is provided on a first-come-first-served, work-today-paidtoday basis. Program Features - Casual and “second-stage” work opportunities - Support, advocacy and referrals for streetinvolved youth - Training workshops - Youth-driven programming

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Street Youth Job Action (SYJA, Family Services of Greater Vancouver)

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Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative

M-Fr 8:00am–3:00pm except Income Assistance cheque issue days

ph: (604) 433-4180 fax: (604) 433-9611 www.scyorbc.org scy@portal.ca

English No, but accomadations can be made. No wheelchair accesible washroom.

This is part of Family Services of Greater Vancouver.

1065 Seymour Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 3M3 ph: (604) 662-8858 fax: (604) 669-6671 www.fsgv.ca

The Street Youth Options Day Program provides pre/post detox services to street youth who are abusing or misusing alcohol and/or drugs. Their goal is to act as a street-front link to youth interested in entering detox and as a support to those youth who have completed detox. Street Youth Options Day Program This program provides individual and group counselling, drug and alcohol education, life skills instruction, recreational activities, voluntary drop-in, referral to detox and community services, networking with other Downtown South services.

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Street Youth Options Day Program (Family Services of Greater Vancouver)

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Bus: #6

Free

Drop-In

Two-Spirited program This program provides outreach to urban Native youth in the sex trade

Tue-Sat: 12pm2:00pm

Skytrain Station: Granville

English

Free

Yes

Drop-In

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1065 Seymour Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 3M3 ph: (604) 602-9722 fax: (604) 669-6671 www.fsgv.ca

The program is for youth aged 13 - 24, males and females and is specifically designed for street youth. It operates as part of the Support Program at Street Youth Services.

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The Street Youth Parenting Support program offers support for pregnant and parenting street-involved youth. The goal is to improve the health and parenting skills of youth-at-risk.

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Summary

Street Youth Parenting Support (Family Services of Greater Vancouver)

Program features - Weekly drop-in meetings for parents and babies - Referrals to nurses or other medical professionals - Referrals to medical clinics - Meals provided

The Street Youth Parenting Program is run out of the Street Youth Services and operates on Wednesdays from 4pm to 7pm.

Wed: 4:00pm-7:00pm

Skytrain Station: Granville

English

Free

Yes

Drop-In

M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Bus: #3, #20

English

Free

Yes

Drop-In

This is part of the Family Services of Greater Vancouver.

1065 Seymour Street Vancouver Vancouver ancouver,, British Columbia V6B 3M3 ph: (604) 662-4017 fax: (604) 669-6671 www.fsgv.ca

The Street Y Youth Service Outreach program is an outreach service for youth and young adults in the Granville Mall/Downtown South area. Workers connect personally with youth who are new on the street, as well as with those who are already street-involved. Program features - Referrals - Advocacy - Information/education - Crisis intervention and management - Outreach to youth in the sex trade - Collaboration with other service providers

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S.U.C.C.E.S.S. (United Chinese Community Enrichment Services Society) is a non-partisan citizen organization

that supports the particiaption of Canadians fthat and new immigrants by providing community services, initiating development projects and advocating.

Youth Leadership Program This program is a leadership training course for young people. Y Youth Revitalize East Vancouver Group This project aims to introduce chinatown to more youth through events like the Chinatown treasure hunt.

28 West Pender Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 1R6 ph: (604) 408-7274 ext. 2160 fax: (604) 408-7236 www.success.bc.ca

1320 AM More than Hostess radio program This programis targeted to help parents discuss youth issues

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S.U.C.C.E.S.S. (United Chinese Community Enrichment Services Society)

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Summary

Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative

Spring-break day camp and Summer daycamp This irecreation camp is tailored for ESL youth.

Pair-up and Learn (nootka, norquay) This program engages volunteers from highschool to visit elementary schools and participate in homework and recreation activities.

Tiny Giant Magazine/The Students Commission

517-119 West Pender Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 1S5 ph: (604) 730-8170 fax: (604) 689-4242 www.tgmag.ca lanny@tgmag.ca

Centre of Excellence for Youth Engagement The Students Commission and its partners have been selected by Health Canada to take a leading role in the creation of the Centre of Excellence for Youth Engagement. The main role of the centre is in conducting and compiling research on youth engagement across Canada. Tiny Giant Magazine The Tiny Giant is written by young people. This mainly online magazine publishes stories, journalistic articles, photography, drawing and illustrations.

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Tiny Giant Magazine/The Students Commission is a diverse, global minded organization that is run by youth for youth across Canada. It creates opportunities for

Bus: #8, #22, #19; stadium station skytrain

Engish, Cantonese, Mandarin

Cost varies depending on programs

Yes

Drop-in, Office, and Rereation Facilities

empowerment through innovative and educational processes and products.

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9-5 M to S; some classes run in evenings

Annual National Youth Conference The Annual National Youth Conference provides a space for the gathering of young people across Canada who are engaged engaed in various issues that affects their lives. To join the next national youth conference, please contact the Students Commission. (continues next page...) M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Skytrain: Stadium Skytrain, Bus: #8, #22

English, Spanish

Free

Yes, no wheelchair accessible washrooms.

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(...continues from previous page) Young Men's Guyde Young Men's Guyde is a project trying to figure out what makes guys tick. The project created a website where guys can post stories related to life as a guy and discuss the pressure, of being a young man today.

program knowledge and youth-produced resources into social justice courses for high school and university students.

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Summary

Tiny Giant/Students Commission

In School Workshops The Students Commission has a team of youth staff and volunteers who deliver workshops and presentations in schools and organizations on a variety of topics.

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Y Young Women Connect This is a national project to connect people who are interested in issues of racism, violence and poverty and how they impact young women. This project provides opportunities to get involved in local and national projects to make a difference.

FCYA supports the empowerment of Filipino youth

through educating, organizing, and mobilizing this community. FCYA workshops FCYA offers workshops on the following topics: Philippine history, racism, Philippine heros, Canadian immigration, Filipinosâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; situation in Canada, and global economics.

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Ugnayan Ng Kabataang Philipino Sa Canada/ Filipino-Canadian Youth Alliance (UKPC/FCYA)

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Summary

Online Courses and Modules The Students Commission is currently combining their

451 Powell Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6A 1G7

M-Th 10:00am6:00pm Closed Fridays, Weekend times varies

ph: (604) 215-1103 fax: (604) 215-1103

English, Services available in Tagalog and other languages of the Philippines.

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Yes

Bus: #4, #7

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This is part of the Family Services of Greater Vancouver. The Unloading Zone is a conflict resolution and personal

691 East Broadway Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V5T 1X7 ph: (604) 874-0211 fax: (604) 874-9898 www.fsgv.ca

Program features - 10-week program, 2 hour sessions per week, individual interviews before intake - 12 youth per group, co-ed - Groups available on request from schools, community centres and other locations - Program graduates can become junior leaders - Year-long programming - Trained facilitators

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Summary

Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative

By Appointment English, French, Vietnamese, Cantonese, Punjab, Spanish

UNY UNYA's mandate is to help Native youth in the urban setting. UNY UNYA was formed to address Aboriginal youth issues when it became apparent that growing numbers

1640 East Hastings Street Vancouver, British Columbia V5L 1S6 ph: (604) 254-7732 fax: (604) 254-7811 www.unya.bc.ca unyainf unyainfo@unya.bc.ca (paste a new business card here)

Education and Training Programs Aries Project Aries is an alternate school for street involved Native youth between the ages of 13 and 18. The project's mandate is to assist Native youth to establish a life away from the streets and eventually into the larger community. This project provides life skills, academic upgrading, meals, cultural teachings, social and recre-

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of young people were continuing to leave reserves for the city. A large number of First Nations youth end up on the streets with few job skills, minimal training or education, and little or no knowledge of where to go for help. UNYA’ UNYA A’s goal is to be a safe place for Native youth to come and find out about their 16 different programs and other services in the community.

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Summary

Urban Native Youth Association (UNY (UNYA)

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Bus: #9, #99

ational programs and outings, arts and crafts, health information, alcohol and drug awareness, and referrals to resources. Interviews are required.

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Bus: #16, #20, #135

English

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First Nations School Success Program (604) 254-7732, homeworkclubs@unya.bc.ca This program’s goal is to establish a series of Homework Clubs for Native youth in Vancouver. Through Homework Clubs, FNSSP encourages family involvement to support native youth to succeed in schools both academically and socially. The two program coordinators work with partners to identify, train, and contract volunteers and staff to operate individual Homework Clubs in local schools, and in a few non-profit organizations or community centres. Currently there are 9 sites running. The FNSSP also developed smaller initatives to encourage literacy and parental participation in the programs. Native Youth Learning Centre (604) 484-3603, computerlab@unya.bc.ca NYLC offers computer based learning opportunities for 13-29 years old Native youth. Programs include training in basic computer skills, e-learning, workshops, life skills, resume writing, public speaking skills, interview skills and other employment support. The centre is open from 2-9pm Monday to Friday.

School Support Program (604) 254-7732, schoolsupport@unya.bc.ca The School Support T Team provides support to Native youth to help them do well both academically and socially in school. It does this by helping V Vancouver School Board First Nations School Support Workers and other's involved with the individual youth to connect youth and/or their families to services in the community. The focus is to provide youth with opportunities to learn positive group interaction skills, knowledge of where to go to ask for helpt, and how to access resources inside and

outside of the school setting. This program also provides support to Native youth 12 – 14 years old in their transitions from elementary to high school through the Young Spirits Daycamp. Volunteer Mentoring Program :lease refer to UNYA website.

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Urban Native Youth Association (UNYA)

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Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative

Personal Support Programs

youth aged 11 to 17 years old who are at risk of entering street life and becoming entrenched in the street scene. The program was designed to work closely with schools, community centres and families in the eastside of Vancouver. Young Parent’s Support Worker (605) 254-7732

Alcohol and Drug Counsellors (604) 254-7732 This program offers group alcohol and drug counselling sessions throughout East Vancouver. The groups are established in partnership with community organizations who contribute spaces for the meetings, identify potential Native youth who can benefit, and promote the program in the communities. The two A & D Counsellors also offer limited individual counselling. The group counselling sessions include alcohol and drug awareness, workshops facilitators, life skills, communication skills, resource information and referrals, and cultural enrichment

The Young Parent’s Support Worker engages youth up to age 24 who have childen under 6 years of age. The main focus for the program is to provide support to Native youth regarding issues that affect their children.

Native Youth Drop-In Centre (604) 254-1172, dropin@unya.bc.ca The Drop-in Centre is a safe, healthy, and positive space for 15 – 24 year old Native youth to meet and learn from each other. The program offers arts and crafts, games, video nights, U and Me Discussion Group, computers, internet access, cultural teachings, group outings, and other activities. Open Monday 5 – 10pm and Tuesday-Friday from 3 – 10pm.

Aboriginal Y Youth outh Saf Safehouse ehouse (604) 254-5147/1-877-223-4321 fax (604) 254-5159 The Safehouse provides a safe and stable environment for self-referred 16 to 18 year old native and non-native youth. It provides a place of comfort to help youth make their first move from the streets and directs them to appropriate services. The safehouse will provide a place for re-unification of Native youth with their own community and traditions where appropriate. Youth must be clean and sober for at least 72 hours (3 days) before checking in. (continues next page...)

Prevention/Outreach Program (604) 254-7732, outreach@unya.bc.ca This is a prevention program for Aboriginal

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Transition Youth to Adulthood Coming soon, please refer to UNY UNYA website for more information. Youth and Family Mediation and Reunification Team Please refer to UNYA website. Residential Programs

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(...continues from previous page) Native Youth Hostel The hostel is a season program that is only funded to operate during the cold/wet winter months of approximately December to March. Unfortunately, funding varies year to year, please phone to see if this program is being offered this year. Young Bear's Lodge (Empowerment Program) (604) 322-7577 fax (604) 322-7521 This program is specifically for 13 - 18 years old Aboriginal youth, and it incorporates traditional teachings & healing into the approach to personal empowerment. This is a sixteen-week program that provides individual and group counselling, academic opportunities, recreation, cultural teachings, alcohol & drug awareness, recreation, and other positive activities.

Young Wolves Lodge (604) 321-1118 fax (604) 322-752 The Young Wolves Lodge is a self-referral program for female Native youth between the ages of 17 and 24 who are actively working towards positive changes in their lives. There are 3 beds reserved for young mother’s who are trying to regain custody of their children, and 2 beds for female youth who are not yet parents or parenting their child. This is a space to support young female youth in their ef efforts to make positive changes for themselves and their children. This self-referred program allows up to 3 months stay as long as participants are actively working towards their goals. Sports and Recreation Programs Aboriginal Youth First Sports and Recreation Program

(604) 254-7732, youthrec@unya.bc.ca This program is a 3-year pilot project that offers sports and recreation opportunities to Aboriginal youth living in the eastside of Vancouver. The goal is to promote leadership training and skills training. Publications and Videos

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Full Circle Manual This manual provides basic information about sexual exploitation, reviews existing services and lists ways the Native community can help end sexual exploitation. It is available on UNYA’s website for download.

intended as a resource for Two-Spirit youth, as well as for those who are in the helping profession providing relevant and welcoming services to Two-Spirit youth. It is available on UNYA’s website for download. Urban Rez The Urban Rez is a 30 minute video that was produced, written, directed and performed by Native youth in eastside of Vancouver. This video is aimed at raising awareness about the issues of Native youth sexual exploitation, and helping those who are recovering from sexual exploitation.

HELPING HANDS Resource Manual Helping Hands: Empowering Native Y Youth is a manual that was created to help Native youth find programs and services in the Vancouver area. These services include schools, counselling, arts programs, free stuff, cheap meals, drop-in centres, community centres, housing info, cultural info, cultural programs, drop-in clinics, A & D treatment programs, detox services, support services, safehouses, parenting programs, pregnancy services, legal services, advocacy groups, victims services, pre-employment programs, anti-violence services, and more. It is available on UNYA’s website. Sports and Recreation Survey The results of this survey identify the sports and recreation needs of Native youth in east . It is available on UNY UNYA’s website. V Vancouver Two-Spirit Youth Speak Out! Two-Spirit Youth Speak Out is a result of a partnership formed in 2002 between the UNYA, the Centre, and Youthquest! This report is

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210 West Broadway Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V5Y 3W2

Youth Services Youth services is a delegated family service for young people at risk. VACFSS social workers provide integrated services including counseling, mental health, addiction, cultural and family reunification services. VACFSS aims at providing comprehensive and culturally sound support services.

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VACFSS aims to reduce the number of families who become entrapped within the child welfare system by offering a range of early intervention, prevention, protec-

tion and intensive services that strengthen family life. VACFSS social workers provide a wide ranging of services in the areas of family support and child protection services.

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Summary

Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services

ph: (604) 872-6723 fax: (604) 254-7811 www.vacfss.com info@vacfss.com

M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Bus: #9, #99, #20

English

Free

Yes

Office

The Vancouver East Cultural Centre is widely respected as one of the most open and interesting venues in Canada. VECC provides a venue for local, national and international theatre and dance.

1895 895 V Venables Street Vancouver, British Columbia V5L 2H6 ph: (604) 251-1363 fax: (604) 251-1730 www www.vecc.bc.ca info@vecc.bc.ca (paste a new business card here)

The Youth Panel The Y Youth Panel plans a festival for youth, by youth. The panel meets regularly to organize the annual Y Youth Week festival in May for youh ages 14-19.

Y Youth Outreach Program The VECC Youth Outreach Program continues to coordinate special events and workshops all year round. During Vancouver Youth Week in May, the VECC hosts the Y Young Artists' Festival with a full slate of activities. V Volunteering There are also volunteer opportunities, including ushering at performances, designing the Y Youth Calendar and sitting on the Youth Y Advisory Panel which meets to discuss ideas and events which will make the VECC more

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youth-oriented.

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Vancouver East Cultural Centre

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Summary

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M-Fr 10:00am-6:00pm Program Hours vary

Bus: #20 takes you two blcks west

English

Pass available for discount admission

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Vancouver Foundation's Youth Philanthropy Council is dedicated to supporting youth oriented programs in Vancouver through grants and volunteerism.

The Youth Philanthrophy Council provides funding and support for projects that are youth involved, for program related projects (ie. timelimited activity or series of activities designed to meet certain goals) and for capital projects (ie. construction, renovation or equipment purchases).

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Vancouver Foundation Youth Philanthropy Council

1200 555 West Hastings Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 4N6 mailing address: P.O. Box 12132, Harbour Centre, Vancouver, BC, V6B 4N4

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ph: (604) 688-2264 fax: (604) 688-4170 www www.vancouver foundation.bc.ca info@vancouverfoundation.bc.ca

This is part of the Family Services of Greater V Vancouver . Safe House is a voluntary seven-day co-ed residential

202-1193 Kingsway Vancouver, British Columbia V5V 3C9 ph: (604) 877-1234 fax: (604) 875-0254 www.fsgv.bc.ca saf safehouse@fsgv.bc.ca (paste a new business card here)

Bus: #10,#16,#20

English

Free

Yes

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program for youth aged 16 - 18 years who are absent from home and street-involved or in danger of becoming so. It also accepts parenting teens.

The Safe House provides seven days of safety, during which youth can evaluate their situation, make plans, and connect with further services. This allows youth to establish emotional and behavioural stability and prepare for re-entry into the community or reunification with family. The Safe House has access to support services for assistance in finding accommodations, education, and work. It provides referrals for addiction issues, pregnancy, legal problems, medical concerns/care cards, and advocacy. The Safe House is open for self-referrals from youth 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and it serves youth from all over the Lower

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Mainland.

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Walden Street Safe House (Family Services of Greater V Vancouver)

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M-Fr 8:30am-4:30pm

The location of the Safe House is undisclosed for safety reasons. The address listed is the office of the Family Services of Greater V Vancouver .

24 Hours, 7 Da Days a W Week English, Spanish, French

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ph: (604) 254-6995 fax: (604) 254-6985 www.watari.org www.watari.or .watari.org info@watari.org info@watari.or o@watari.org

Summary

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Westcoast Family Resource Society Westcoast Family Resources Society is a communitybased Lower Mainland non-profit society offering programs to children and families experiencing difficulties, to children at risk and to individuals looking to improve

101-2780 1-2780 East Broadway A Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 1Y8 ph: (604) 254-5457 fax: (604) 254-6169 .org www.westcoastfamily.or www.westcoastfamily .westcoastfamily.org admin@westcoastfamily.org (paste a new business card here)

Watari Youth and Family Alcohol and Drug Counselling Service Watari Youth and Family Alcohol and drug service provide individual and group counselling to children, youth, and families, mainly in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside and Strathcona communities. They use a clientcentred, harm-reduction approach. They also offer preventive and early intervention programming. Service offered in Spanish.

This is a six-week, substance misuse day treatment program for high-risk youth ages 13 to 24 years old. It is based on a harm-reduction model that includes abstinence, alcohol and drug counselling and education, wellness and lifeskills, referrals, recreation, and arts. This program is to support youth to transition from an at-risk to a more self-directed lifestyle.

Watari W atari Y Youth outh Day Treatment Program

M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Bus: #10,#16,#20

English, Spanish

Free

Yes

Office, Drop-In

their parenting skills. The Society delivers child-centered, family focused programs, respecting the dignity and integrity of all family members. Vancouver In-Home, Counselling and Community Program These services are offered to families with children 0 to 12 years. Referrals are made through the Ministry of Children and Family Development with the exception of services to Young Parents which can also be accessed through self-referral. Clinical Counseling The counseling program is for families in which parents experience challenges in relationships with their children or partners, and could benefit from a deeper exploration of present and

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past issues, single and first time parents, couples in conflict about parenting, parents of children with special needs, children in care or during re-unification with family, and children experiencing difficulties coping in their daily environment (i.e. daycare, school, or home) due to childhood stress

Programs

877 East Hastings Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6A 3Y1

Programs

Watari Research Association provides services to highrisk adolescents, their families, and the community. Services include individual and group counselling, community-based substance misuse programs, one-to-one

services, youth alcohol and drug day program, and community training/education on issues related to high-risk youth. They also publish the Survival Manual, a directory of services in Vancouver for high-risk or street-involved youth.

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Watari Research Association

Programs

Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative

M-Fr 8:30am-4:30pm

Bus: #9, #20, #99

English

Free

Yes

Office

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The YMCA is a charitable organization that is dedicated to the development of people in spirit, mind and body as well as the improvement of local, national and international communities. The YMCA's focus is on fostering self-esteem, self-reliance and a commitment to commu-

955 Burrad Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6Z 1Y2 ph: (604) 681-9622 fax: (604) 681-1630 www.vanymca.org inf info@vanymca.org

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nity service. YMCA programs and services include child care, residential and day camps, fitness facilities, team and individual sports and recreation, cardiac rehabilitation leadership training, employment training, English language classes, and accommodation. South Slope Family YMCA This fitness and recreation centre is located in South Vancouver beside Langara College. Camp Howdy Daycamps Situated in the Belcarra region on the Indian Arm, YMCA Day Camp provides a safe, rich environment for young people to experience the pleasures of the outdoor world. Program costs $130 (for 1 week sessions) or $245 (for 2-week sessions)

Federal Public Sector Internship Program at the YMCA This program is for Canadian citizens or permanent residents ages 15 to 30. This program is specifically for youth who are currently underemployed or unemployed, and not in full time school. This internship program can offer real work experience within the Government of Canada and can help youth develop employability skills. It is open to those who don't have a high-school diploma, and to high school graduates.

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Youth Exchanges Canada YEC encourages exchanges of youth groups, ages 12-18 within Canada. Low income, Aboriginal, disabled, and rural or isolated youth are given priority. The YMCA, in partnerships with Exchanges Canada, covers travel costs for participants and group leaders. The exchanges promote understanding and appreciation of the diversity of Canada. Participants learn from one each other, learn to respect different cultures, and develop communication and leadership skills. Y Youth Peace Network This 12-week program (from June to September) offers learning opportunities and volunteering work experience to international youth ages of 20-39. Participants learn concepts and build personal capacity in peace building and leadership through workshops, interactive sessions, and volunteer work experience. Program cost $1000 (other costs are additional). Scholarships are offered and the deadline to apply is December 31.

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M-Fr 9:00am-5:00pm

Skytrain Station: Burrad, Bus #98

English

Recreation programs cost vary, Drop-in free

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Youth Community Outreach (YouthCO) AIDS Society is a non-profit organization working to involve youth ages 15-29 in addressing HIV/AIDS and related issues. They provide educational initiatives and support services to youth infected with and/or affected by HIV/AIDS or

205-1104 Hornby Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6Z 1V8 ph: (604) 688-1441 fax: (604) 688-4931 www.youthco.org www.youthco.or .youthco.org inf information@youthco.org

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Hepatitis C (HCV). As a youth-driven agency, they provide outreach, prevention and education, training, volunteer opportunities, advocacy and support. They are Canada's only youth-driven HIV/AIDS agency. Positive Youth Support The positive youth support program provides youth and member driven support of HIV+ and/or Hepatitis C+ youth. Positive youth share peer support through discussion/support groups and social activities. Members can also access individual counselling, support, and advocacy from the support services coordinator. Speaker's Bureau Program This program provides a variety of workshops on HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C (HCV) transmission, prevention, safer-sex and harm reduction to youth in schools, youth detention centres, youth groups, street-involved youth and service providers.

Forum Theatre Program This program creates innovative, interactive theatre performances about issues such as sex, sexualities, drugs, relationships, and selfesteem. Performances are written and performed by youth. Youth Training Program This program develops and delivers innovative sexual health training to volunteer, youth and other people that work with youth. YouthCO facilitators design and deliver trainings to meet the specific needs of the group. Resource Program YouthCO's Education Program include the creation and distribution of youth-friendly, harm reduction and safer-sex HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C resources. Materials include video packages, posters, stickers, postcards, pamphlets, temporary tattoos and rave cards. They also house a library/resource centre.

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YouthCO AIDS Society

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Young Women's Project This is a partnership with Positive Women's Network in Vancouver to create a two-year, multi-faceted campaign on HIV/AIDS prevention, education and awarenessfor young women across the province. Step1 Project Step1 is a volunteer collective that creates and facilitates opportunities to address HIV/AIDS for South Asian communities. The aim is to help diversify it's Speakers Bureau Program by involving increased participation by local South Asian youth.

Prevention Outreach Program The Prevention Outreach Committee provides sexual health and harm reduction information and referrals at various youth events, including concerts, festivals, raves and demonstrations. BC HepCA HepCATS Project The BC Hepatitis C Awareness, A Training and Skills-building Project promotes capacity for an integrated response to prevention education of Hepatitis C among youth communities provincially. In addition to the creation and publication of youth-specific Hepatitis C training curricula, youth and service providers from six sites across the province receive training on the delivery and implementation of this curricula.

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Address not made public due to safety concerns. Please contact Family services of Greater Vancouver for more information. ph: (604) 872-4249 www.fsgv.ca www.fsgv .fsgv.ca

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Youth Health Program (BC Children's and W Women's Health Centre) The goal of Youth Involvement is to empower youth

A250-4500 Oak Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6H 3N1 ph: (604) 875-2345 ext. 6803 fax: (604) 875-2388 www.cw.bc.ca youthcord@cw youthcord@cw.bc.ca (paste a new business card here)

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The Youth Detox Services program is a voluntary-

residential facility, escorted outside appointments and recreational outings, specialized services for pregnant youth, and introduction to peer support networks.

The program features pre-detox assessment, crisis intervention, medical screening and assessment, individualized case plans, addictions counselling, life skills enhancement, 24hour caregiver coverage in a safe and secure

Mon - Sun: 8:30am6:00pm

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across BC who are living with health conditions to get involved in their health care by creating opportunities to build skills, support each other, and communicate their needs to others. Youth Health Consultation Clinic Youth, aged 12-18, can be referred to this clinic by a family physician, or paediatrician. The clinic services are provided by nurses and doctors with expertise in adolescent health care. Any youth can access this consultation clinic. Y Youth Health Sexual Health Service This is a clinic for youth aged 12-18 years old specifically concerned with sexual health questions. The clinic offers an opportunity for youth to have a consultation, get information and ask questions about their sexual health. Youth can call and make an appointment or

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This is part of the Family Services of Greater Vancouver.

admission program which provides residential alcohol and drug detox and follow-up services for street-involved youth between the ages of 13 to 21. This community-based program adheres to a harm reduction approach as the primary service delivery model. The focus is on reducing problem behaviours to reduce harm. Total abstinence is supported and encouraged. The emphasis on voluntary admission respects the youth's need to retain control and the right to contribute to his/her personal planning. The youth detox program will not detain youth against their will.

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Youth Detox (Family Services of Greater Vancouver)

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Bus: #17

English , Language interpretation service available at hospital

Free

Yes

Resource Centre, Office, Clinic

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YWCA of Vancouver YWCA works with other community organizations, the media, and with government to effect change at the local, national, and international level on problems such as single-parent family poverty, violence against women,

535 Hornby Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 2E8 ph: (604) 895-5800 fax: (604) 684-9791 www.ywcavan.org enquire@ywca.org (paste a new business card here)

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YWCA (...continues from previous page) Young Women of Distinction (604) 895-5767 This award recognizes the community contribution and academics, arts, and/or athletics achievements made by young women between the ages of 16 to 24. YWCA Career Zone (604) 605-4666: This drop in career and job search clinic is for youth ages 15-30. It provides training and education information, job postings, up-to-date career and labour market information, workshops, career counselling, a computer lab with internet access, and a comprehensive career resource library. Registered clients can access one-toone employment counselling.

Policy work The Youth Health Program sits on various committees within the hospital and community settings to ensure that the principles of adolescent health care is maintained and enhanced in both settings.

and the lack of af affordable quality child care. High School Mentorship Program (604) 895-5802, mentorship@ywcavan.org This program provides high school girls in grades 11 and 12 with the opportunity to meet and interact with professional women in ways that encourage them to continue their education and acquire post-secondary training.

Girlz Unplugged (604) 895-5777 This is aaworkshop series designed for girls ages of 9 to 13 and grown-ups in their world. These workshops encourage pre-teen/early teenage girls and their adult allies to learn about tools to tackle issues around self-confidence, harassment, depression, self-image, and sexual exploration.

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Tupper Young Parent Services (604) 713-8233 enquire@ywcavan.org This service supports teenaged mothers to continue in their high school education at Tupper school. This program also offers life skills and parenting training.

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Peer support The Youth Health Program provides both in-patient and out-patient youth with peer support programs. Movie nights and craft nights let youth come together to hang out, have fun, get information and resources from each other and from the Youth Involvement Co-ordinator.

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The CUBE (Cool Underage Brilliant Environment) This is a youth-friendly space designed by youth for youth, that has resources, music, movies, peer support and access to the internet and online resources.

On TRAC materials The Youth Health Program has created an extensive range of resources about transitioning from adolescent care to adult care. These include organizers for patients with chronic health conditions and workbooks for care providers and families.

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Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative presents...

11 Britannia

neighbourhood houses & Community centres of Opportunity

1 Cedar Cottage 2 Collingwood 3 Frog Hollow 4 Gordon 5 Kitsilano

12 Champlain Heights 13 Coal Harbour 14 Douglas Park 15 Dunbar 16 False Creek 17 Hastings 18 Kensington

6 Kiwassa

19 Kerrisdale

7 Little Mountain

10 Kivan Boys & Girls Club 20 Killarney

8 Mount Pleasant

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Renfrew

22 Marpole-Oakridge 23 Mt. Pleasant

24 Ray-Cam 25 Renfrew 26 Riley Park

27 Roundhouse

Rup e Joy rt ce

29 22

Victoria

Venables 11 1st Ave.

Knight

41st Ave.

Fraser

Main

25th Ave.

Oak

kilometers

Granville

1.5 0

4th Ave. Broadway 5 21

Arbutus

Cambie

28 24

Nanaimo

21 Kitsilano

Powell Hastings6

Clark

9 South Vancouver

28 Strathcona 29 Sunset 30 Thunderbird

31 Trout Lake 32 West End 33 West Point Grey

Youth Worker: Beverly Podlecki, Tom Higashio ph: (604) 718-5828 Latin American Worker: Rocco Trigueros ph: (604) 718-5829

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Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative Houses and Neighbourhoods Centres Community

Britannia Community Centre

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Youth Worker: ph: 401 Main Street Vancouver, British Columbia ph: (604) 666-2220

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ph: (604) 718-5800 fax: (604) 718-5858

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1661 Napier Street Vancouver, British Columbia

Carnegie Community Centre

Houses Champlain Heights Community Centre

Centres

Youth Worker:Bill Worker: Makarchuk ph: (604) 718-6581 3350 Maquinna Drive Vancouver Vancouver ancouver,, British Columbia (604) 257-6949

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Community Centres

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Youth Worker: Vacant ph: (604) 718-8236 480 Broughton Street Vancouver, British Columbia

Coal Harbour Community Centre

Neighbourhood Houses

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Youth Worker: Steve Andrews ph: (604) 435-0323 5288 Joyce Street Vancouver, British Columbia ph: (604) 436-0323 faz:(604) 461-1191

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ph: (604) 718-8222 faz:(604) 718-8228

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Collingwood Neighbourhood House

Houses Douglas Park Community Centre

801 West 22nd Avenue Vancouver Vancouver ancouver,, British Columbia ph: (604) 267-8130 fax:(604) 257-8632

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Centres

Youth Worker:Rosa Aravena ph: (604) 257-8130

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ph: (604) 222-6060 faz:(604) 222-6066

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Youth Worker: Jody Hanninen ph:(604) 257-8195 401 Main Street Vancouver, British Columbia ph: (604) 666-2220

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Dunbar Community Centre

Houses

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4747 Dunbar Street Vancouver, British ColumbiaNeighbourhood

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Youth Worker: Ivy Lou ph: (604) 222-6054

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False Creek Community Centre

Houses Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House

Centres

Youth Worker: Christine Macer ph: (604) 251-1225 3350 Maquinna Drive Vancouver Vancouver ancouver,, British Columbia ph: (604) 257-6949

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Youth Worker: Wendy Wood ph: (604) 257-3865 609 Helmcken Street Vancouver, British Columbia

Gathering Place

Neighbourhood Houses

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Youth Worker: Rod Sarrat-Cave ph: (604) 718-6231 3096 East Hastings Street Vancouver, British Columbia ph: (604) 718-6222 fax:(604) 718-6226

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ph: (604) 665-2391 fax:(604) 257-3863

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Hastings Community Centre Collaborates with elementary and high schools, housing and police, Language skills, Community access programs, Multiculturalism, Seniors programs, Youth programs, Preschool childcare, Social recreation and education programs,Camping, Summer programs, Multiculturalism, Seniors programs, Leadership programs, Workshops, After School programs,Drop-in gym and games room, Comedy Lab, Youth council, Cheer dance, Mediation, Swimming, Dances for preteen

Houses

Kensington Community Centre

5175 Dumfries Street Vancouver Vancouver ancouver,, British Columbia ph: (604) 718-6200 faz:(604) 718-6215

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Youth Worker:Kevin Blane, Lisa Wolak ph: (604) 718-6200

Roller Hockey, Basketball, soccer, Badminton, Girls Only Sports, Leagues ('more sports', night hoops), Social Youth Lounge/ Open Gym, After School Club, Girls Night Out, Video program, Babysitting course, Homework club, Hockey club. Elementary School programs: Fairplay, Theatre Sports, sports. Referrals/support: volunteer opportunities, references letters, resume/ job hunting, child protection

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ph: (604) 257-1800 fax:(604) 257-8313

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Youth Worker: Paul Leung ph: (604) 718-8212 6260 Killarney Street Vancouver, British Columbia ph: (604) 718-8200 faz:(604) 718-8219

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Kerrisdale Community Centre

Houses

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5851 West Boulevard Vancouver, British ColumbiaNeighbourhood

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Youth Worker:c/o Dino Geremia (rec. programmer) ph: (604) 257-1877

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Killarney Community Centre Study Circle, Buddy Training Program, Camping, Skiing, Skateboarding club, X-Club, Great PreTeen Club, Weight Training, Sun Run, Boot Camp, Hip-Hop, Pop Vocal, Youth Council, Killarney Youth Mentorship Initiative, Leadership Training, Volunteer Development, Games Lounge, Girls on the Go, The Boyz, Basketball, Badminton, Volleyball, Tournaments

Houses

Kitsilano Community Centre

Centres

Youth Worker: Lorelei Lauten ph: (604) 257-6991

2690 Larch Street Vanocovuer Vanocovuer anocovuer,, British Columbia ph: (604) 257-6976 faz: (604) 6996

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Youth Staff: Wei Wei Siew ph: (604) 736-3588 2305 West 7th Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia

Kits Neighbourhood House

Neighbourhood Houses

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Youth Staff: Kathleen Leahy ph: (604) 254-5401 2425 Oxford Street Vancouver, British Columbia ph: (604) 254-5401 faz: (604) 254-7673

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ph: (604) 736-3588 fax: (604)736-3640

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Kiwassa Neighbourhood House

Houses Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House

800 East Broadway Vancouver Vancouver ancouver,, British Columbia ph: (604) 879-8208 faz: (604) 879-4136

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Youth Staff: Vacant ph: (604) 879-8208

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ph: (604) 879-7104 fax:(604) 879-1113

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Youth Worker: Anne Marie McGee ph: (604) 718-5879 990 West 59th Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia ph: (604) 257-8180 faz: (604)257-8179

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Little Mountain Neighbourhood House Literacy programs, Youth council, Sports, ESL, Tutoring, Math training, Youth council, Youth volunteer programs, New immigrant and refugee programs help (translators), Reading events/ Family time, Summer camp, Special Service family workers-by counseling, by referral only

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3981 Main Street Vancouver, British ColumbiaNeighbourhood

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Youth Worker: Nicole McRae ph: (604) 879-7104

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Marpole-Oakridge Community Centre

Houses Mount Pleasant Community Centre

Centres

Youth Worker: Mike Herrin ph: (604) 713-1892

3161 Ontario Street Vancouver Vancouver ancouver,, British Columbia ph: (604) 713-1888 fax:(604) 713-1899

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Youth Worker: Dave Martin and Paul Thomas ph: (604) 257-6949 920 East Hastings Street Vancouver, British Columbia

Ray-Cam Community Centre

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Youth Worker: Suzy Parker ph: (604) 257-8156 2929 East 22nd Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia ph: (604) 257-8388 faz:(604) 257-8392

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ph: (604) 257-6949 fax:(604) 257-6944

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Renfrew Park Community Centre

Houses Riley Park Community Centre

50 East 30th Avenue Vancouver Vancouver ancouver,, British Columbia ph: (604) 257-8545 fax: (604) 257-8639

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Hip hop dancing, Baseball, Swimming lessons, Preteen boys group/pre-teen girls group, Teen girls group, Family groups, Indoor soccer, Services/support/referrals, Badminton, Youth empowerment, Volleyball, Crisis intervention, Preteen dance committee, Out trips, Buddy Program, Preteen hoops, After school sports, Youth council, Homework/reading club, Co-ed pre-teen group, School liaison, Youth advocacy, Skating lessons, Break dancing, Karate, Yoga, Boxing, Counseling

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ph: (604) 713-1800 fax:(604) 713-1813

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Youth Worker: Gary Robinson ph: (604) 324-6212 6470 Victoria Drive Vancouver, British Columbia ph: (604) 324-6212 fax:(604)354-6116

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Roundhouse Community Centre

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South Vancouver Neighbourhood House Preschool, South Town Alternative School, Homework Havens, Cultural Buddies Program, Tutoring, Leadership (Jr. Leadership and Grade 11 Leadership), Out-of-School Care, Volunteer opportunities, Pre-teen girls group, Friday Night Boys and Girls 10-15, Special events, Summer programs

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Strathcona Community Centre

Centres

Youth Worker: David Ng ph: (604) 713-1845

601 Keefer Street Vancouver Vancouver ancouver,, British Columbia ph: (604) 713-1838 fax:(604) 713-1848

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Youth Worker: Paul Czene ph: (604) 718-6514 404 East 51st Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia

Sunset Community Centre South Vancouver After school Programs (music, Improv, Video), Youth Leadership â&#x20AC;&#x201C; South Vancouver Youth Council, Tournaments and Clinics (games and Sports), Open gym, homework help, Y.A.C. Newfaces (downtown), Link Crew (Churchill), Environmental Awareness

Neighbourhood Houses

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Youth Worker: Jose Rodriguez ph: (604) 713-1829 2311 Cassier Street Vancouver, British Columbia ph: (604) 713-1818 fax:(604) 713-1828

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ph: (604) 718-6505 fax:(604)718-6515

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Thunderbird Community Centre

Houses Trout Lake Community Centre

3350 Victoria Drive Vancouver Vancouver ancouver,, British Columbia ph: (604) 257-6955 faz:(604) 257-6961

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Youth Worker: Elizabeth McGee ph: (604) 257-6970

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Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative

Youth Health Clinics

Youth Health Clinics This section features health services that serve specifically young people under 25. There始s also the Youth Health Clinics of Opportunity map for your viewing pleasure.

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10. Mt Pleasant Youth Clinic 323 E. Broadway - 604-876-0340

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691 East Broadway Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia tel: (604) 709-5720

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2110 West 43rd Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia

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tel: (604) 872-2511

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6405 Knight Street Vancouver, British Columbia tel: (604) 321-6151

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Knight Street Youth Clinic

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3998 Main Street Vancouver Vancouver ancouver,, BC

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tel: (604) 736-2391

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1065 Seymour Street Vancouver, British Columbia tel: (604) 662-8822

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1985 West 4th Avenue Vancouver, British Columbia

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Pine Free Youth Clinic Pine is a youth clinic, but they will also serve people over 25 without medical insurance M,T,Th,Fr mornings and W. *except the third W of each month: 9:00am-12:00pm, 4:30pm-7:30pm **youth under 25 only

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Organization of Opportunity Index

Organization of Opportunity Index This section groups community organizations by their field of work. We始ve grouped the organizations into the following community asset areas: Advocacy Arts & Culture Education & Training Ethno-cultural specific Health and Well Being Occupational/ Employment Environmental Family Services Disabilities Networking Once you始ve found your potential match, find out more about what they do in the Full Listings section. Organizations of Opportunity: maps! are graphic representations of Organizations of Opportunity including the page in the Youth Asset Atlas where you can find out more about the organization. Opportunity opportunity opportunity.

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Occupational/ Employment Organizations that provide training or education in preparation for career or job placement. Organizations that provide employment counselling are also listed.

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Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative Advocacy BC Association for Community Living, 13 6 11 Check Your Head, 18 Centre, The, 10 17 Civic Youth Strategy Youth Outreach Team, 14 21 Covenant House V Vancouver,14 21 Developmental Disability Association of BC, 16 23 Dual Diagnosis Program, 17 24 Dusk to Dawn Youth Resource Centre, 17 24 First Call - BC Child and Youth Advocacy Coalition, 19 23 Healing Our Spirit, 20 22 Immigrant Services Society of BC, 20 27 Kids Help Phone, 22 29 Kinex Youth Initiative of the Self Help Resource Association of BC, 22 29 Learning Disabilities Association of V Vancouver, 23 30 McCreary Center Society (Y (Youth Action Committee & Staff), 24 31 MoreSports, 25 32 Pacific Legal Education Association, 27 34 Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays Vancouver, 28 36 Prostitution Alternatives Counselling & Education Society, 29 37 Society for Children and Youth of BC, 32 40 Storefront Orientation Services, 32 40 Street Youth Job Action,33 41 Street Youth Services Outreach, 34 42 Tiny Giant Students Commission, 43 Ugnayan ng Kabataang Pilipino sa Canada/ Filipino-Canadian Youth Alliance, 36 44 37 Urban Native Youth Association, 45 Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services, 40 48 Vancouver Foundation Youth Philanthropy Council, 41 49

Walden St. Safe House, 41 49 YouthCO AIDS Society, 44 52 Youth Involvement at Youth Health Program, the Children始s and Women始s Health Centre, 53 45 YWCA, 46 54

Arts and Culture

Arts Umbrella, 4 11 6 BC Choral Federation, 13 DanceArts Vancouver, 16 23 24 LOVE - Leave Out ViolencE, 31 Public Dreams Society, 30 38 Redwire Native Youth Media, 31 39 Ugnayan ng Kabataang Pilipino sa Canada/ 36 Filipino-Canadian Youth Alliance, 44 Vancouver East Cultural Centre, 40 48

(Dis)ability Related BC Association for Community Living, 613 Developmental Disability Association of BC, 16 23 Learning Disabilities Association of Vancouver, 23 30 Providing Resources and Independence for Youth with Disabilities, 30 38

Education and Training Arts Umbrella, 1 4 ASIA - Asian Society for the Intervention of AIDS, 5 12 BC Association for Community Living, 13 6 7 Broadway Youth Resource Centre, 15 15 Youth, 7 Canada World Y Canadian Crossroads International, Canadian Red Cross, 9 16 17 Centre, The, 10 11 Check Your Head, 18

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Organization of Opportunity Index Civic Youth Strategy Youth Outreach Team, 14 21 Covenant House Vancouver, 14 21 Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of BC, 15 22 DanceArts Vancouver, 16 23 Environmental Youth Alliance, 18 25 Family Services of Greater V Vancouver, 26 19 First Call - BC Child and Youth Advocacy Coalition, 19 26 Immigrant Services Society of BC, 20 27 Justice Institute, 21 28 21 Katimavik, 28 Kids Help Phone, 22 29 Kinex Youth Initiative of the Self Help Resource Association of BC, 22 29 Learning Disabilities Association of Vancouver, 23 30 LOVE - Leave Out ViolencE, 24 31 MoreSports, 25 32 Nexus Substance Misuse Outreach Program, 25 32 26 Odyssey II, 33 Pacific Community Resources, 26 33 Pacific Legal Education Association, 27 34 Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians 28 and Gays Vancouver, 35 Program for Independence, 29 37 Prostitution Alternatives Counselling & 29 Education Society, 37 Providing Resources and Independence for Youth with Disabilities, 30 38 Real POWER Y Youth Society, 31 39 Respect, Safety, Violence Prevention Program, 26 SUCCESS - United Chinese Community Enrichment Services Society, 35 43 40 Society for Children and Youth of BC, 32 Storefront Orientation Services, 32 40 Street Youth Job Action, 33 41 Street Youth Options Day Program, 33 41

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Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative Street Youth Services Outreach,34 42 Tiny Giant Students Commission, 35 43 Ugnayan ng Kabataang Pilipino sa Canada/ Filipino Canadian Youth Alliance, 44 36 Unloading Zone, 37 45 Urban Native Youth Association, 37 45 Vancouver Foundation V Youth Philanthropy Council, 41 Y 49 Watari Research Association, 42 50 YMCA of Greater Vancouver, 51 43 YouthCO AIDS Society, 44 52 YWCA, 46 54

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Ethno-cultural specific ASIA - Asian Society for the 5 Intervention of AIDS, 12 Circle of Eagles Lodge Society, 19 Healing Our Spirit, 20 27 Immigrant Services Society of BC, 20 27 31 Redwire Native Youth Media, 39 Storefront Orientation Services, 31 40 SUCCESS - United Chinese Community Enrichment Services Society, 35 43 Ugnayan ng Kabataang Pilipino sa Canada/ 36 Filipino-Canadian Youth Alliance, 44 V Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services, 48 40

Family Services of Greater Vancouver, 19 26 Odyssey II, 26 33 Pacific Community Resources, 26 33 Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians 28 and Gays Vancouver, 35 Parent-Teen Mediation, 36 Peak House, 36 34 Street Youth Parenting Support, 42 41 Walden St. Safe House, 49 42 Watari Research Association, 50 Westcoast Family Resources Society, 50 42

Health and Well-being

Al-Anon /Alateen, 4 11 ASIA - Asian Society for the 5 Intervention of AIDS, 12 Boys' and Girls' Club of Greater Vancouver, 5 12 Broadway Y Youth Resource Centre, 15 7 9 Canadian Red Cross, 16 10 Centre, The, 17 Child and Adolescent Response Team, 19

City University, 13 20 Covenant House Vancouver, 14 21 Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of BC, 15 22 Dual Diagnosis Program, 17 24 Dusk to Dawn Youth Resource Centre, 17 24 Family Services of Greater Vancouver, 19 26 Healing Our Spirit, 27 20 Kids Help Phone, 22 29 Kinex Youth Initiative of the Self Help Resource Family Services 22 Association of BC, 29 Vancouver Aboriginal Child and LOVE - Leave Out ViolencE, 31 24 Family Services, 40 48 McCreary Center Society Child and Adolescent (Youth Action Committee & Staff), 24 31 Team, 19 Response T 25 MoreSports, 32 Produced by the YouthMappers at the Environmental Youth Alliance 2004 City University, 20 13 Nexus Substance Misuse 25 Developmental Disability Association of BC, 16 23

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Index Opportunity ofOpportunity Organization Index Organization of Outreach Program, 25 32 26 Odyssey II, 33 Pacific Community Resources, 26 33 Pacific Legal Education Association, 34 27 Peak House, 36 Program for Independence, 29 37 Prostitution Alternatives Counselling & Education Society, 37 29 Providing Resources and Independence for 30 Youth with Disabilities, 38 Real POWER Youth Society, 31 39 Respect, Safety, Violence Prevention Progra, 26 32 Society for Children and Youth of BC, 40 Street Youth Options Day Program, 33 41 Street Youth Parenting Support, 34 42 Street Youth Services Outreach, 34 42 Unloading Zone, 37 45 Urban Native Youth Association, 37 45 Walden St. Safe House, 41 49 Watari Research Association, 42 50 West Coast Family Resources, 50 42 YMCA of Greater Vancouver, 44 51 YouthCO AIDS Society, 44 52 Youth Detox, 45 53 Youth Involvement at Youth Health Program, the Children's and Women's Health Centre, 45 53

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Youth Programs of Opportunity

Youth Programs of Opportunity Youth Programs of Opportunity lists organizations grouped by the types of specific services and programs for the youth community. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve grouped the organizations into the following program categories: Addictions Advocacy Arts & culture Counselling Crisis/ intervention (Dis)ability Related Education Employment Engagement Environment Ethno-cultural al specif specific Gender Gender-related International Leadership Outreach Parenting Physical/ Mental Health Peer to Peer Recreation Shelter/ Housing Street Involvement Volunteer Work Once youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve found your potential match, find out more about what they do in the Full Listings section.

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4 Al-Anon /Alateen, 11 ASIA - Asian Society for 5 the Intervention of AIDS, 12 Broadway Youth Resource Centre, 7 14 Circle of Eagles Lodge Society, 19 Dual Diagnosis Program, 24 17 Nexus Substance Misuse Outreach Program, 25 32 Odyssey II, 26 33 Pacific Legal Education Association, 27 34 Peak House, 36 Street Youth Options Day Program, 33 41 Street Youth Services Outreach, 34 42 Watari Research Association, 42 50 Young Eagles Healing Lodge, 19 Youth Detox, 45 53

Advocacy

BC Association for Community Living, 6 13 Broadway Youth Resource Centre, 714 Civic Youth Strategy Youth Outreach Team, 14 21 Covenant House Vancouver, 14 21 Dusk to Dawn Youth Resource Centre, 17 24 First Call - BC Child and Youth Advocacy Coalition, 26 19 Kinex Youth Initiative of the Self Help Resource Association of BC, 22 29 Pacific Legal Education Association, 27 34 Real POWER Y Youth Society, 31 39 Society for Children and Y Youth of BC, 40 32 Street Y Youth Job Action, 33 41 Street Youth Services Outreach, 34 42 Ugnayan ng Kabataang Pilipino sa Canada/ Filipino-Canadian Youth Alliance, 44 36

Arts/Culture

4 Arts Umbrella, 1 BC Choral Federation, 6 13

DanceArts Vancouver, 16 23 LOVE - Leave Out Violence, 24 31 Public Dreams Society, 38 30 31 Redwire Native Youth Media, 39 Tiny Giant Students Commission, 35 43 Ugnayan ng Kabataang Pilipino sa Canada/ Filipino- Canadian Youth Alliance, 36 44 Vancouver East Cultural Centre, 40 V 48

Counselling Boys' and Girls' Club of Greater Vancouver, 12 5 Broadway Youth Resource Centre, 7 14 Centre, The, 10 17 Child and Adolescent Response Team, 19 Circle of Eagles Lodge Society, 19 City University, 13 20 Covenant House Vancouver, 14 21 Dual Diagnosis Program, 17 24 Dusk till Dawn Y Youth Resource Centre, 17 24 Family Services of Greater Vancouver, 19 26 Kids Help Phone, 22 29 Odyssey II, 26 33 Pacific Community Resources, 26 33 Parent-Teen Mediation, 36 Parent-T Peak House, 37 Prostitution Alternatives Counselling & Education Society, 37 29 Providing Resources and Independence for Youth with Disabilities, 30 38 Respect, Safety, Violence Prevention Program, 26 Storefront Orientation Services, 32 40 Street Youth Options Day Program, 33 41 Unloading Zone, 37 45 Urban Native Youth Association, 37 45 Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services, 40 48 Walden Street Safe House, 41 49 Watari Research Association, 42 50

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Youth Programs of Opportunity Westcoast Family Resource Society, 42 50 45 Youth Detox, 53 YWCA, 46 54

Crisis/Intervention Child and Adolescent Response Team, 19 Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of BC, 15 22 Family Services of Greater Vancouver, 26 19 Kids Help Phone, 29 22 Street Youth Services Outreach, 34 42

(Dis)ability Related BC Association for Community Living, 613 Broadway Youth Resource Centre, 14 7 Developmental Disability Association of BC, 16 23 Family Services of Greater V Vancouver, 19 26 Learning Disabilities Association of Vancouver, 23 30 Providing Resources and Independence for Youth with Disabilities, 30 38

Education

Arts Umbrella, 4 11 ASIA - Asian Society for the Intervention of AIDS, 5 12 Broadway Y Youth Resource Centre,14 7 Canada World Youth 15 7 Canadian Crossroads International, 9 16 Canadian Red Cross 916 Centre, The, 10 17 Check Y Your Head, 18 11 Covenant House V Vancouver,14 21 Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of BC, 15 22 Environmental Youth Alliance, 18 25 Family Services of Greater Vancouver, 19 26 Healing Our Spirit, 20 22 Justice Institute, 28 21

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Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative Kinex Youth Initiative of the Self Help Resource Association of BC, 22 29 Learning Disabilities Association of Vancouver, 23 30 Pacific Legal Education Association, 28 34 Prostitution Alternatives Counselling & Education Society, 29 37 Respect, Safety, Violence Prevention Program, 26 Tiny Giant Students Commission, 35 43 Ugnayan ng Kabataang Pilipino sa Canada/ Filipino-Canadian Youth Alliance, 36 44 Unloading Zone, 37 45 Urban Native Youth Association, 37 45 YWCA, 46 54

Employment Family Services of Greater Vancouver, 26 19 Pacific Community Resources, 26 33 Storefront Orientation Services, 32 40 Vancouver Foundation V Youth Philanthropy Council, 41 49 YMCA of Greater V Vancouver, 51 44 YWCA, 46 54

Engagement Check Your Head, 18 11 Civic Y Youth Strategy Y Youth Outreach Team,14 21 DanceArts Vancouver, 16 23 Environmental Youth Y Alliance, 18 25 Immigrant Services Society of BC, 20 27 Kinex Y Youth Initiative of the Self Help Resource Association of BC, 22 29 LOVE - Leave Out Violence, 31 24 Society for Children and Youth of BC, 32 40 Street Youth Job Action, 33 41 Tiny Giant Students Commission, 35 43 SUCCESS - United Chinese Community 43 Enrichment Services Society, 35

Vancouver East Cultural Centre, 40 48 Vancouver Foundation Youth Philanthropy Council, 49 41 YouthCO AIDS Society, 52 44 Youth Involvement at Youth Health Program, the Children's and Women's Health Centre, 45 52

Environment Environmental Youth Alliance, 18 25

Ethno-cultural ASIA - Asian Society for the Intervention of AIDS, 5 12 Broadway Youth Resource Centre, 7 14 Circle of Eagles Lodge Society, 19 Healing Our Spirit, 20 27 Immigrant Services Society of BC, 20 27 McCreary Center Society (Youth Action Committee & Staff), 24 31 Pacific Community Resources, 26 33 Redwire Native Youth Media, 31 39 Storefront Orientation Services 32 40 SUCCESS - United Chinese Community Enrichment Services Society, 35 43 Urban Native Youth Association, 37 45 Ugnayan Ng Kabataang Pilipino Sa Canada/ Filipino-Canadian Youth Alliance, 36 44 V Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services, 40 48 Young Eagles Healing Lodge, 19 Y

Gender-related ASIA - Asian Society for the Intervention of AIDS, 12 5 17 Centre, The, 10 Covenant House Vancouver, 14 21 34 Pacific Legal Education Association, 27 Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays Vancouver, 28 35

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Youth Programs of Opportunity Real POWER Youth Society, 31 39

International

7 Canada World Youth, 15 Canadian Crossroads International, 9 16 Canadian Red Cross, 9 16 Check Your Head, 11 18 Environmental Youth Alliance, 18 25

Leadership BC Association for Community Living, 13 6 Canada World Youth, 715 Canadian Red Cross, 916 Katimavik, 21 28 Kids Help Phone, 22 29 LOVE - Leave Out ViolencE, 24 31 McCreary Center Society (Youth Action Committee & Staff), 24 31 MoreSports, 25 32 SUCCESS - United Chinese Community Enrichment Services Society, 35 43 Urban Native Youth Association, 37 45 YMCA of Greater Vancouver, 44 51

Outreach ASIA - Asian Society for the Intervention of AIDS, 5 12 Covenant House Vancouver, 14 21 LOVE - Leave Out Violence, 31 24 Pacific Community Resources 33 26 Pacific Legal Education Association 27 34 Prostitution Alternatives Counselling & Education Society, 29 37 Storefront Orientation Services, 32 40 Youth Options Day Program, 41 Street Y 33 Street Youth Services Outreach, 34 42 Association, 37 45 Y Urban Native Youth 48 Vancouver East Cultural Centre, 40 V YouthCO AIDS Society, 52 44

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Windows of Opportunity Youth Initiative Parenting Broadway Youth Resource Centre, 7 14 Family Services of Greater Vancouver, 26 19 Pacific Community Resources, 26 33 Street Youth Parenting Support, 34 42 Urban Native Youth Association, 45 37

Physical/Mental Health ASIA - Asian Society for the Intervention of AIDS, 5 12 Broadway Youth Resource Centre, 7 14 Canadian Red Cross, 9 16 Covenent House, 14 21 Centre, The, 10 17 Child and Adolescent Response Team, 19 Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of BC, 15 22 Dual Diagnosis Program,17 24 Healing Our Spirit, 20 22 McCreary Center Society (Youth Action Committee & Staff), 24 (Y 31 Storefront Orientation Services, 32 40 Urban Native Youth Association, 37 45 YouthCO AIDS Society, 44 52 Youth Involvement at Youth Health Program, the Children's and Women's Health Centre, 45 53

Peer to Peer Al-Anon /Alateen, 411 ASIA - Asian Society for the Intervention of AIDS, 5 12 Centre, The, 17 10 Dusk to Dawn Youth Resource Centre, 17 24 Immigrant Services Society of BC 20 27 Kinex Youth Initiative of the Self Help Resource Association of BC, 22 29 McCreary Center Society (Youth Action Committee & Staff), 24 31

Odyssey II, 26 33 Tiny Giant Students Commission, 35 43 Vancouver East Cultural Centre, 40 48 YouthCO AIDS Society, 52 44

Recreation Boys' and Girls' Club of Greater V Vancouver, 5 12 Developmental Disability Association of BC, 16 23 Learning Disabilities Association of Vancouver, 23 30 MoreSports, 25 32 Odyssey II, 26 33 Street Youth Options Day Program, 33 41 SUCCESS - United Chinese Community Enrichment Services Society, 35 43 Urban Native Youth Association, 37 45 YMCA of Greater Vancouver, 44 51 Youth Involvement at Youth Health Program, the Children's and Women's Health Centre, 45 53 46 YWCA, 54

Youth Programs of Opportunity Program for Independence, 29 37 Street Youth Job Action, 33 41 Street Youth Options Day Program, 33 41 Street Youth Parenting Support, 34 42 Street Youth Services Outreach, 34 42 Urban Native Youth Association, 37 45 Watari Research Association, 50 42

Volunteer Work ASIA - Asian Society for the Intervention of AIDS, 12 5 Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of BC, 15 22 Immigrant Services Society of BC,20 27 Katimavik, 21 28 Kids Help Phone, 22 29 30 Public Dreams Society, 38 Vancouver East Cultural Centre, 40 48 YMCA of Greater V Vancouver, 44 51 YouthCO AIDS Society, 44 52

Shelter/Housing Circle of Eagles Lodge Society, 19 Covenant House Vancouver, 14 21 Family Services of Greater Vancouver, 19 26 Pacific Community Resources, 26 33 Pacific Legal Education Association, 27 34 Peak House, 36 Prostitution Alternatives Counselling & Education Society, 29 37 Urban Native Youth Y Association Walden St. Safe House, 41 49 Young Eagles Healing Lodge, 19 Y Youth Detox, 45 Y 53

Street Involvement Covenant House V Vancouver, 21 14 24 Youth Resource Centre, 17 Dusk to Dawn Y Family Services of Greater Vancouver, 19 26

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Introduction Acknowledgements

The Vancouver Youth Services Atlas was created by the Environmental Youth Alliance the Centre of Excellence for Youth Engagement.

Acknowledgements This atlas was produced with theof contributions Windows Opportunityof:Youth Initiative how they find out about what始s going on around Vancouver; Coastal Healthinstitutions; Authority, More Sports, Britannia Community Educahow they work with one another,Vancouver and with larger youth serving tion, Peer and the work that they do to support youth.2 Peer Health Services, Kiwassa Neighborhood House, Social Planning,

Community Access Program, Frog Hollow Neighborhood House, Genesis North East, Hastings Community Centre, Windermere Secondary, Collingwood neighborhood house, Kensington Community Centre, Little Mountain Neighborhood House, Youth Net, Broadway Youth Resource Centre, Sunset Community Centre, Westwood Family Resource Society, South Vancouver Neighborhood House, Killarney Community Centre. The production team included: WeiHsi Hu, Nadim Kara, Katrina Ao, Jackie Amsden, Liz Kreig, Chrissy Poulos, and Camillo Ruiz. Financial support for this project was provided by the Vancouver Foundation and Human Resources Social Development Canada Contact Information:

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about the report, please contact Youth Community Asset Mapping Initiative Environmental Youth Alliance P.O. Box 34097 STN D. Vancouver, BC, V6J 4M1

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