Panel Discusses Policing in Abbotsford Schools

Events, News, Youth

Abbotsford School District’s David de Wit, District Principal of Learning Support Services – Safe Schools, is one of the panelists.  A virtual panel discussion on Jan. 12th will discuss the presence of police in schools and its impact on students, parents and...

Prospera Supports Youth through Youth Angel Tree Project

Fundraisers, News, Press Release, Youth

Prospera Credit Union collected gifts for youths in need through their 11th annual Youth Angel Tree Project. The program began in 2011 after Prospera met with Archway Community Services staff and realized that there was an unmet need in providing Christmas gifts for...

Xyólheméylh and Archway Enter Collaboration Agreement

Counselling, Family & Children, Indigenous, News, Press Release, Youth

Laura-Dawn Wilkin and Kyla Darby signed the agreement on behalf of Xyólheméylh while Rod Santiago and Maria Cargnelli signed on behalf of Archway. The Fraser Valley Aboriginal Child and Family Services Society, also known as Xyólheméylh, and Archway Community Services...

Foundry – Holistic Health for Youth

Foundry, Stories, Youth

Lance was accessing counselling at Foundry Abbotsford and wanted to find other ways to benefit his mental health. After being referred to a Foundry group activity in March 2022 he has made an effort to attend every week.  Foundry groups give youth an opportunity to...

Foundry Abbotsford Health Centre Marks 4th Year of Helping Youth

News, Stories, Youth

Foundry Abbotsford recently marked its fourth year in operation since opening in June 2018. Foundry Abbotsford provides physical and mental health care, substance use supports, social services and peer support to local youth and young adults along with their...

New Beginnings Parent Program Graduates Thank Community Partners

Family & Children, News, Youth

On Thursday, May 26th, the New Beginnings Parent program participants gathered to thank the community partners who helped them graduate in the midst of parenting at the annual Thank You Tea.   New Beginnings is a partnership between the Abbotsford School District,...