Youth & Family
No matter what your family looks like, we are here to help. Youth & Family offers a wide variety of free programs and services for families and young people from birth to 19 years of age. Our services are inclusive to people of diverse cultures, physical abilities, gender identities and sexual orientations. Everyone is welcome. You are safe here.
Families With Young Children
Raising a family is a big job. Youth & Family is here for you. We offer individual parenting support services, a range of practical and emotional resources, drop-in programs for Early Years to age 8, parenting groups as well as referrals to relevant community services.
The latest news and events for Families with Young Children.
Orca Bus Mobile Early Years Programs
Join us on board at different locations all around the qathet Region. Families of early years children (aged 0-8) are invited to make connections,...
Special Events
Summer Plans & Grandparents Group Join us on board the Orca Bus at a different beach every Tuesday! On Wednesdays we will have activities for...
Drop-in Programs
Pitter Patter Gym Time, Snug Bugs Playgroup and Family Centre Library....... The Family Centre Library is located at 5814 Ash Ave. and is open...

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We Are Here
For Youth
At Youth & Family, we are committed to meeting the changing needs of youth and supporting them to realize their potential through social, creative and cultural programs. We provide safe and comfortable space, everyone is welcome.
Activities For Youth
Helping Someone Experiencing Anxiety or Stress
Read the full article here Live Well: Using a collaborative helping map - Powell River Peak
YRC Drop-in Program Update
The Youth Resource Centre Drop-in Programs wrap up this week! YRC zone last day June 17, YRC Teen drop in last day June 18, YRC Club last day June...
Tax Workshop for Youth
Join Cam and Savannah for our Youth Tax Workshop on April 17th from 3-5pm at the Public Library. Laptops are provided! PLEASE RESERVE YOUR SPOT!...

Foundry offers free and confidential supports for young people ages 12 to 24 — mental health care, substance use services, physical & sexual healthcare, youth and family peer supports, and social services.
Foster Parent Support
We offer the FAST Program: Foster Appreciation, Support & Training. This program is for all local foster parents and “out-of-care” providers. We are here to provide ongoing practical and emotional support and increase community connections for those fostering children and youth in care. We also help to recruit, educate and support folks who are interested in becoming foster parents.
Family Centre Library
Take a break and browse our amazing collection of books and resources on topics for parents and caregivers of children of all ages. Your little ones can play nearby with an excellent selection of unique toys in a quiet environment.
The coffee is always on!
Join us Tuesdays to Thursdays from noon to 4pm.
Connect With Us
Our Location:
5814 Ash Ave.
Powell River, BC
V8A 4R4
Office Phone: 604-485-3090
Fax: 604-485-4215
Email: admin@youthandfamily.ca
Comments & questions are welcomed.
Youth Resource Centre
7105 Nootka Street
back of Oceanview Education Centre
Life is filled with joys and challenges. We are here to help.
Youth & Family services are inclusive to people of diverse cultures, physical abilities, gender identities and sexual orientations. You are safe here.
We respectfully acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Tla’amin Nation.