Foundry Burns Lake

02/10/2026

🧘‍♀️Join us for Yoga at Foundry Burns Lake!
Take a mid‑day wellness break on February 18 from 12–1 PM.
We’ll have pizza and subs available! 🍕🥪
Open to youth ages 12+ — everyone welcome!
Come stretch, relax, and refuel with us. 💛

02/05/2026

Looking for something to do tomorrow? Join us for personal pizzas and painting 🍕

Looking for something to do on the Feb 6 Pro D? Come hang out at Foundry!

02/04/2026

Yesterday we introduced Lauren, a peer support worker at Foundry. Today let's dig into what peer support can do for you!

Drawing on their own lived experience with mental health and/or substance use challenges, the Peer Support Worker helps youth enhance their wellness, access resources, and engage with Foundry and community services.

Our peer support workers:
- Create and ensure a welcoming, inclusive, and youth-friendly atmosphere at the center.
- Build purposeful relationships with youth to support engagement in services.
- Accompany youth to appointments and services when needed.
- Develop and facilitate group programs focused on skill-building and recovery

Looking for work? We are hiring one more peer support worker for the centre! Visit https://www.csfs.org/practice-differently to apply for this opportunity and others.

02/03/2026

Meet Lauren, a Youth Peer Support Worker at Foundry!

Lauren moved to Burns Lake this summer from Esquimalt on Vancouver Island. She’s excited to be part of the Foundry team and looks forward to getting to know more of the community. She brings a diverse range of experience, from non-profit work to dental assisting, and is passionate about supporting youth and families.

Drop into the centre to meet Lauren and learn more about what peer support can do for you!

02/03/2026

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We are excited to be partnering with Burns Lake Public Library to offer new and used books for youth and teens at Foundry Burns Lake to read, share and enjoy 💜

02/03/2026

Now hiring a Youth Peer Support Worker! Help us create and ensure a welcoming, inclusive, and youth-friendly atmosphere at the center. Apply for this position and others via the opportunities link at https://www.csfs.org/practice-differently

01/28/2026

Looking for something to do on the Feb 6 Pro D? Come hang out at Foundry!

01/23/2026

Don't forget Caitlyn & Bonny will be here on Monday!

🐾 Exciting News!
Starting January 26, Foundry Burns Lake will have monthly visits from an Occupational Therapist and a Support Dog!
A big thank you to the Health Promotions and Physical Activity Team for partnering with us to make this possible!
OTs can help with:
✅ Daily life skills
✅ School success
✅ Sensory challenges
✅ Fine motor skills
✅ Confidence & independence
Come by and see how they can support you!

01/16/2026

Calling all hockey players!

Registration for the 2026 CSFS Hockey Tournament is officially OPEN! Hosted in Burns Lake at the Tom Forsyth Memorial Arena from Friday, March 6, to Sunday, March 8, 2026.

Registration form: https://forms.office.com/r/uLw79EQ2K4

Sign up by February 23 at 12:00 PM (noon) to secure your spot. Players will be assigned to teams. Team announcements go out February 27.

Please note that games start as early as 5:00 PM on Friday, March 6. Note in your registration when you are available.

Grab your gear, bring your best game, and get ready for a fun-filled weekend of hockey!

01/16/2026

The Foundry Burns Lake team is at the Nadleh Whut'en health fair until 4pm today. Stop by and say hi 👋

01/16/2026

01/15/2026

Thinking About a Career in Rural Healthcare? Join Going Rural 2026, a free virtual event hosted by UBC Health and Rural eMentoring BC. Hear directly from students and professionals with rural practice experience, connect with admissions representatives for guidance, and explore pathways in medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and other healthcare fields. Whether you’re planning a career in healthcare or simply exploring your options, this event offers practical insight, real stories, and clear next steps.

Register here: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4YNzzErs9BoJqaa