ACAT Raises Awareness in Local Schools About Sexual Exploitation

News, Press Release, Youth

The Abbotsford Community Action Team (ACAT) is raising awareness in Abbotsford middle and high schools about sexual exploitation through posters, stickers and online information.   The posters feature four of the possible warning signs of sexual exploitation which...

Youth Angel Tree Project Underway at Prospera Credit Union

Events, News, Youth

2019 Prospera Youth Angel Tree. Prospera Credit Union is collecting gifts for disadvantaged youth in their ninth annual Youth Angel Tree Project.   At Prospera’s two Abbotsford branches, tags for almost 70 youth are hung on trees, and community members can take a tag....

Abbotsford Youth Health Centre: Partners in Wellness

Stories, Youth

Youth workers in Abbotsford used to spend hours each week trying to help their clients access medical care. When they did find care, it was sometimes judgmental or ill-suited to the needs of vulnerable youth. In 2009 the City of Abbotsford approved a Child and Youth...

New Beginnings: Expanded Supports for Young Parents

Family & Children, News, Youth

The Archway New Beginnings program, which offers young parents the opportunity to complete their secondary school education while accessing parenting supports and quality childcare, has expanded their offering and is reaching out further into the community. We are...

Mental Health Supports and Resources

Counselling, Family & Children, News, Seniors, Youth

The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented situation that is challenging the mental health of virtually everyone. Even if you’re not concerned about the health of a loved one or loss of employment, changes to your daily routines and inability to socialize and...

Rally to Mark Sexual Exploitation Awareness Week

Events, News, Youth

On Tuesday March 10th, the Abbotsford Community Action Team (ACAT) will host their annual public rally against the sexual exploitation of children and youth.    “The rally is an opportunity to raise continued awareness that exploitation of youth is happening right...