{"id":47365,"date":"2026-03-27T11:51:12","date_gmt":"2026-03-27T18:51:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.communitylivingbc.ca\/?p=47365"},"modified":"2026-03-27T11:51:12","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T18:51:12","slug":"expanding-culturally-grounded-support-for-indigenous-people-with-diverse-needs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.communitylivingbc.ca\/homepage-news\/expanding-culturally-grounded-support-for-indigenous-people-with-diverse-needs\/","title":{"rendered":"Expanding culturally grounded support for Indigenous people with diverse needs\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pilot project helps\u00a0six\u00a0Aboriginal Friendship Centre guide adults toward CLBC-funded\u00a0services<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Summary<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Community Living BC (CLBC), in partnership with Aboriginal friendship centres, has\u00a0launched Connections Through Inclusion, a pilot project aimed at bringing culturally\u00a0grounded support to Indigenous people with diverse needs<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Friendship Centres in Smithers, Surrey, Prince George, Port Alberni,\u00a0Nanaimo\u00a0and\u00a0Kamloops are hiring Community Connections workers to help people access CLBC-funded\u00a0services, cultural supports, housing\u00a0resources\u00a0and community programs<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The pilot project supports reconciliation by offering\u00a0Indigenous-led, culturally safe\u00a0outreach for people who often face compounded barriers in accessing services<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">__________<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Indigenous people with developmental disabilities and those with fetal alcohol\u00a0spectrum disorder and autism who need significant help with day-to-day tasks will\u00a0benefit\u00a0from\u00a0stronger pathways to cultural, housing and community supports through a new pilot project.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Six\u00a0Aboriginal Friendship Centre\u00a0across BC\u00a0will deliver the project with funding from\u00a0Community Living BC (CLBC).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cIndigenous people with diverse abilities deserve supports that honour their cultures, their\u00a0strengths and their connections to community,\u201d\u00a0said Sheila Malcolmson, Minister of Social\u00a0Development and Poverty Reduction.\u00a0\u201cSo,\u00a0we\u2019re\u00a0investing in approaches led by Indigenous\u00a0organizations for people to be supported in ways that are close to their community, trusted\u00a0and grounded in who they are. This pilot can help remove barriers and make it easier for\u00a0people to access the services and cultural supports that matter most in their lives.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Helping eligible individuals access supports<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Connections through Inclusion pilot program funds new Community Connections workers\u00a0in each participating friendship centre to provide culturally informed, hands-on support for\u00a0Indigenous adults who may be eligible for CLBC services. Many individuals face complex needs,\u00a0unstable housing or limited support networks, and the workers respond in ways guided by local\u00a0teachings,\u00a0priorities\u00a0and relationships.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These workers help people:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">navigate housing,\u00a0health\u00a0and social services<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">connect with Elders,\u00a0culture\u00a0and community<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">build relationships with CLBC and service partners<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">strengthen safety, belonging and stability<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cThe program is part of CLBC\u2019s commitment to reconciliation and cultural safety,\u201d\u00a0said Joanne\u00a0Mills, vice-president of quality services and Indigenous relations, CLBC, and a member of Fisher\u00a0River Cree Nation with ties to Skidegate.\u00a0\u201cIt offers friendship centres the flexibility to create\u00a0culturally grounded, innovative approaches that build trust and improve access to services.\u00a0Our hope is that this will encourage friendship centres to pursue pre-qualification as vendors,\u00a0strengthening opportunities for future service delivery partnerships.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pilot project starts in six B.C. communities<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The program is being delivered through\u00a0the following Aboriginal Friendship Centres\u00a0(please click to visit the Government of British Columbia\u2019s announcements for each centre):<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dze\u00a0L\u00a0K\u2019ant\u00a0Friendship Centre (Smithers)-\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/news.gov.bc.ca\/33511\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/news.gov.bc.ca\/33511<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fraser Regional Friendship Centre (Surrey)-\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/news.gov.bc.ca\/33516\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/news.gov.bc.ca\/33516<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Centre-\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/news.gov.bc.ca\/33512\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/news.gov.bc.ca\/33512<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Port Alberni Friendship Centre-\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/news.gov.bc.ca\/33528\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/news.gov.bc.ca\/33528<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Prince George Native Friendship Centre-\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/news.gov.bc.ca\/33518\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/news.gov.bc.ca\/33518<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tillicum\u00a0Lelum\u00a0Aboriginal Society (Nanaimo)-\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/news.gov.bc.ca\/33514\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/news.gov.bc.ca\/33514<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Pilot project helps\u00a0six\u00a0Aboriginal Friendship Centre guide adults toward CLBC-funded\u00a0services\u00a0 Summary\u00a0 Community Living BC (CLBC), in partnership with Aboriginal friendship centres, has\u00a0launched Connections Through Inclusion, a pilot project aimed at bringing 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