Foundry

Foundry We support youth in living a good life by providing free and confidential health and wellness resources across BC. For medical emergencies call 9-1-1.

Foundry offers health and wellness resources, services and supports for youth ages 12-24 and their families/caregivers across BC. Foundry's page is monitored from 8am-4pm Monday - Friday. If you require emergency assistance outside of this time please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department. if you are considering suicide or are concerned about someone who may be call 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) or SMS/Text: Text 45645 anytime. Foundry brings health and social services together in a single place to make it easier for young people to find the care, connection and support they need. We are committed to changing lives, communities and our systems, because young people are our future. In addition to the Granville Youth Health Centre, we are establishing Foundry centres in Abbotsford, Campbell River, Kelowna, North Shore and Prince George. By uniting mental health and substance use, health and social support services under one roof, we aim to bridge the gaps and make it easier for young people to access the care and connection they need to forge a path to wellness. If you require immediate crisis assistance, please dial 310-6789 (no area code is required) to connect to the B.C. mental health crisis line, which operates 24 hours a day.

This 1.5‑hour workshop introduces core work and career skills, including workplace professionalism, communication basics...
02/18/2026

This 1.5‑hour workshop introduces core work and career skills, including workplace professionalism, communication basics, interview preparation, resume essentials, and understanding employer expectations.

Participants will learn practical strategies for presenting themselves confidently, navigating early workplace situations, and making a strong first impression.

We're increasing support for youth and caregivers during February! Foundry Virtual BC will offer Q***r Cafe and Caregive...
02/17/2026

We're increasing support for youth and caregivers during February! Foundry Virtual BC will offer Q***r Cafe and Caregivers Support Group weekly for the remainder of the month, through into March.

Download the free Foundry BC App and register for a youth or caregiver account to access groups & workshops. Services available include: Counselling, Peer Support, Physical & Sexual healthcare, Indigenous Wellness Services, Employment & Education Support, and more!

If you have barriers to accessing the app, please email online@foundrybc.ca or call 1-833-308-6379, and we'll support you.

We're here for you.

Join Foundry Virtual BC for for Brave in Your Body, a free 5-week body image group where youth will explore their relati...
02/17/2026

Join Foundry Virtual BC for for Brave in Your Body, a free 5-week body image group where youth will explore their relationship with food & their body, while gaining tools and skills to manage uncomfortable feelings. This group is open to anyone who has felt the pressure to look a certain way based on society’s standards or is struggling with disordered eating, eating disorders, body image, diet culture or weight stigma.

Register through the Foundry BC App! 📱

To increase support for youth and caregivers impacted by the Tumbler Ridge tragedy, Foundry Virtual BC will offer Q***r ...
02/13/2026

To increase support for youth and caregivers impacted by the Tumbler Ridge tragedy, Foundry Virtual BC will offer Q***r Cafe and Caregivers Support Group weekly for the remainder of February and March.

These groups are open to any young person or caregiver living in BC who is looking for a safe space to connect and process with others. To register for these free groups, download the Foundry BC app. If you have barriers to accessing the app, please email online@foundrybc.ca or call 1-833-308-6379 and we will get you set up!

Our hearts are with those in the Tumbler Ridge community and folks impacted across the province with this recent tragedy...
02/11/2026

Our hearts are with those in the Tumbler Ridge community and folks impacted across the province with this recent tragedy. We want to remind you that Foundry is here to support you. Whether you need to talk to someone or find resources, you’re not alone.

Visit https://foundrybc.ca/find-foundry-support-services/ to learn more about our in-person and virtual service offerings.

Caregivers Group alert! Foundry Virtual BC's Art Exploration group is back for the spring. This group will use art to ex...
02/11/2026

Caregivers Group alert! Foundry Virtual BC's Art Exploration group is back for the spring. This group will use art to experience mindfulness, self-care, community, and focus on exploring our values and personal identity.

This virtual group will support caregivers of youth aged 12-24 in gaining skills to explore their caregiving values and self-care in a safe and creative environment. No previous art skills are required!

To register, please download the Foundry BC app, register for a caregiver's account, and sign up for the group. Questions? Email online@foundrybc.ca

Learning the in's and out's of Taxes can feel overwhelming. This workshop breaks down the basics — earnings, benefits, t...
02/05/2026

Learning the in's and out's of Taxes can feel overwhelming. This workshop breaks down the basics — earnings, benefits, tax credits, CRA tools, and how to spot scams. This workshop is open to any young person aged 12-24 living in BC, and is in partnership with the Canada Revenue Agency and Coast Capital. Tax filing information will not be discussed.

This Eating Disorder Awareness Week, we’re teaming up with to share resources, insights, and supports. Looking Glass F...
02/04/2026

This Eating Disorder Awareness Week, we’re teaming up with to share resources, insights, and supports.

Looking Glass Foundation for Eating Disorders offers a variety of low-barrier, accessible programs and services that require no referral or formal diagnosis for those 14 years of age and older seeking support.

Foundry offers free and confidential health and wellness services to BC youth ages 12-24 and their caregivers.

By leading with compassion, understanding, and open conversation, together we challenge the harmful stigma surrounding eating disorders. Recovery isn’t linear — everyone deserves care, respect, and accessible support at every stage of their journey.

02/02/2026

Gabby had already accessed counselling and medication but still felt something was missing. When she discovered Foundry’s drop-in counselling, she found a new level of support and confidence to take her wellbeing into her own hands.

Foundry’s free, youth-friendly services help young people connect to trusted support for mental health, physical and sexual health, and more.

Watch Gabriella’s story at foundrybc.ca/10-years/

More support for youth mental health is coming to communities across B.C. 💙Foundry centres are expanding service offerin...
01/27/2026

More support for youth mental health is coming to communities across B.C. 💙

Foundry centres are expanding service offerings to nearby communities in Pemberton, West Kelowna, Summerland, 100 Mile House, and Port McNeill, bringing essential mental health and addiction supports closer to home.

Youth aged 12–24 and their families will be able to access mental health and substance use supports, physical and sexual health care, peer support, and social services.

This expansion is backed by a $1.7 million provincial investment and ongoing funding to support care in local communities.

To read the full announcement, visit https://foundrybc.ca/news-and-updates/expanding-services-for-youth/

Looking for ways to support your young person? Struggling to find ways to communicate effectively? Join Foundry Virtual ...
01/26/2026

Looking for ways to support your young person? Struggling to find ways to communicate effectively? Join Foundry Virtual BC in our upcoming Emotional Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) workshop! This 2-day workshop will help caregivers learn skills to connect and support their loved one. Any caregiver of a youth aged 12-24 living in BC can join this virtual workshop.

Register today through the Foundry BC app! Questions? Please email efftworkshop@foundrybc.ca 🐚

01/26/2026

Rylee works as a youth peer support worker at Foundry. As someone with both Indigenous and white heritage, he understands how important it is for young people to feel seen and respected.

He helps youth explore identity, connect with culture, and access inclusive support. His story shows how Foundry’s free, youth-friendly services meet young people where they are.

Watch Rylee’s story and learn about youth peer support work: foundrybc.ca/10-years/

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Foundry's page is monitored from 8am-4pm Monday - Friday.

Foundry is a support service for young people ages 12-24. We are forging a new, province-wide culture of care through the development of a network of centres and e-health services — co-created with our health and social service partners, young people and families in communities across British Columbia. Foundry brings health and social services together in a single place to make it easier for young people to find the care, connection and support they need. We are committed to changing lives, communities and our systems, because young people are our future. In addition to the Granville Youth Health Centre, we are establishing Foundry centres in Abbotsford, Campbell River, Kelowna, North Shore and Prince George. By uniting mental health and substance use, health and social support services under one roof, we aim to bridge the gaps and make it easier for young people to access the care and connection they need to forge a path to wellness. If you require immediate crisis assistance, please dial 310-6789 (no area code is required) to connect to the B.C. mental health crisis line, which operates 24 hours a day. For medical emergencies call 9-1-1.

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Foundry's page is monitored from 8am-4pm Monday - Friday. If you require emergency assistance outside of this time please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department.