FACS Niagara Annual General Meeting
On Wednesday, June 16, at 5 p.m., FACS Niagara will hold its 123rd Annual General Meeting. Respecting COVID safety protocols, the meeting will be held virtually using the Zoom platform.
Statement on the discovery of the remains of 215 Indigenous children in Kamloops
At FACS Niagara, we join with Canadians across the country in expressing our immense grief at the discovery of the remains of 215 Indigenous children in British Columbia. We also respectfully acknowledge the pain of Indigenous communities in learning this devastating news. Our agency extends our most sincere sympathies and support for all members of the Indigenous community. We are [...]
FACS Niagara Celebrates Children and Youth in Care Day
Media Release: May 14, 2021 - Today, Family and Children’s Services Niagara is celebrating the strength and resiliency of young people in care.
A Look Back with FACS and YourTV
One year into the COVID pandemic, YourTV takes a look back at how 2020 impacted the work of FACS Niagara with Director of Residential Services Michelle Bernard.
March 2021 Service Update
FACS Niagara Community Service Update It’s a milestone no one wanted to reach. The team at Family and Children’s Services (FACS) Niagara is reflecting on one year of providing essential services to the community under the new normal of the pandemic. “We recognize how difficult this year has been on our community and are grateful for all the healthcare workers [...]
Associate Minister Jill Dunlop Visits FACS Niagara on December 10, 2020
Associate Minister Jill Dunlop Visits FACS Niagara on December 10, 2020 The COVID-19 pandemic has been challenging for everyone, but there is no doubt that many families and youth have been disproportionately and negatively impacted. To meet increased demands for services, our team members have been working around the clock to provide support and guidance to children, youth and their [...]
Mental health support can be crucial during a pandemic
Take a minute to read about the free and affordable mental health services available to Niagara thanks to the United Way Niagara and the Family Counselling Centre. United Way Niagara is making the mental wellbeing of children and families a priority as local communities return to work and school.
CKTB Radio Interview
COVID has created some new parenting challenges. Take a listen to this interview with CKTB’s Bonnie Heslop and Adrian McKenzie of the Family Counselling Centre located at FACS Niagara where free and affordable counselling is available thanks to the United Way Niagara.
