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.
03/20/2026
In alignment with the Spring Equinox, Two-Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ celebration is a time to celebrate and foster a more diverse and harmonious society. Explore resources, artists, and the history behind this day in today's post!
Together, we can learn, listen, and advocate for the rights and well-being of our Two-Spirit community members.
03/19/2026
Findings for Foundry is an initiative co-created with youth and family/caregivers that highlights research connected to the Foundry network—whether through youth, families, or service providers as authors, co-creators, or participants.
Each edition breaks down key findings into a plain-language infographic, making research more accessible and relevant to those who support or are supported by Foundry services.
Visit journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/07067437251355648 to read the full article!
03/18/2026
Check out Foundry Virtual BC's Groups & Workshops for March and April! Q***r Cafe and Caregivers Support Group will continue to run weekly, in addition to several new groups and workshops!
Download the free Foundry BC App and register for a youth or caregiver account to access groups & workshops coming up. 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.
03/16/2026
Does money have you feeling confused? Learning about topics such as budgeting and debt can feel overwhelming. These new workshops, in partnership with Coast Capital, are here to help you explore your options and gain confidence around this subject! These virtual workshops are here to help support you- wherever you are at with your understanding of money!
This series is open to any young person aged 12-24 living in BC, and is in partnership with Coast Capital
03/08/2026
This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and leadership of women and gender-diverse individuals across our communities. 💜
At Foundry BC, we’re committed to ensuring young people have access to the support they need to thrive. From free counselling, physical and sexual health care, youth and family peer supports, workshops and groups, as well as support with work and education, we've got you covered.
Visit foundrybc.ca to learn more or download the free Foundry BC App today! 📲
02/25/2026
Rock pink alongside Foundry’s Youth Content Committee this Anti-Bullying Day! 💗 They're sharing tips, resources, and reminders in today's post.
Head to foundrybc.ca/get-support-bullying/ to find support for yourself or someone you know who may be experiencing bullying.
02/23/2026
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.
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.
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.
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! 📱
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!
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.
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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.
if you are considering su***de or are concerned about someone who may be call 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) or SMS/Text: Text 45645 anytime