Youth Employment Resource Centre

Nelson Community Services (NCS) is a multi-service, multi-funded non-profit agency that has been dedicated to supporting the well-being of families, youth, and individuals in Nelson, BC, since 1972. Offering a range of programs including counselling, housing support, and outreach services, NCS operates with a vision of creating a compassionate and empowered community. With a committed volunteer Board of Directors, NCS aims to provide essential supports that enable clients to lead dignified, resilient, and hopeful lives. The organization acknowledges its service territory as the traditional land of the Ktunaxa, Syilx, and Sinixt peoples, reflecting a deep respect for the local Indigenous communities and their heritage. Generated from the website

Salmo Valley Youth & Community Centre (SVYCC) is a welcoming community hub located in Salmon Arm, BC, where individuals of all ages can come together to engage, learn, and grow. The center offers a variety of programs and services designed to foster connection and support among community members. SVYCC hosts a range of events, workshops, and recreational activities, including youth programs like the FreedomQuest counselling and the Farm to Fork cooking series. With a focus on inclusivity and community involvement, SVYCC aims to create a space where everyone feels valued and connected. Generated from the website

Freedom Quest Youth Services Society, located in Nelson, BC, offers free, confidential, and nonjudgmental support to youth affected by substance use in the West Kootenay Boundary Region. Their programs aim to empower young people and their families by providing opportunities to overcome barriers, build positive relationships, and enhance confidence and skills. The organization is committed to core values such as self-determination, social justice, integrity, confidentiality, and competence. Freedom Quest envisions a future where all youth are supported in choosing their own paths and growing into healthy members of their communities. Generated from the website