About this resource
Youth Services
Independent Living Program
Similar to Youth Agreement, this program is for youth who are in care of the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD).
For information on the Independent Living Program, please contact MCFD Intake office at (250) 558-2700.
Parent Teen Conflict
For families experiencing a high degree of conflict in parent-teen relationships. Families can access a counsellor that offers: consultation, education, mediation and support. This service is offered to both parents and teens.
There is a parenting group specifically for parents who have conflict with their teen(s). Focus is on: communication, boundary setting, and conflict resolution. Learn more about this group here.
For more information on this program and/or group, please contact NOYFSS at (250) 545-3572.
Youth Agreements
Supports youth in:
- living independently
- completing their education
- finding suitable employment
- life skill development
Youth aged 16 to 19 are referred by MCFD. A social worker assesses youth for eligibility of a Youth Agreement.
Youth Justice
A program for youth on probation, who have been referred to the program by the courts. Service focuses on:
- life skills development
- community integration and recreation
- individual support
- employment support
For more information on this program, please contact Youth Probation at MCFD at (250) 558-2770.
Youth at Risk
Supports youth in increasing positive youth engagement, skill building, reducing high-risk behaviours, and providing an environment that is non-threatening and youth-friendly. Service may include a short-term intervention, referral to appropriate resources, connection to mental health among others. Youth may self-refer, or may be referred by one of a variety of other service providers.
For information on this program, or to self-refer, please call (250) 545-3572.