We believe communities must take care of their most vulnerable.

Family Services of the North Shore is a non-profit, community-based agency.
For over 60 years, we have been committed to making deep and lasting impact across the entire North Shore, from Deep Cove to Bowen Island and every point in between. We offer counselling, support, education, and volunteer engagement opportunities to help you reach your full potential throughout your life, whenever you need us most.

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Counselling Support

Our experienced counsellors support children, youth, individuals, seniors, couples, and families.

> Learn More > Contact our Intake Counsellor

Thrive Family Programs

Free programs where you can play, learn and connect with your children from birth to six years of age.

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Christmas Bureau

The holidays can be a difficult time, especially if you are struggling to afford basic necessities. Our community is here to help.

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Our Intake Counsellor is here to learn what you need and how we can support you.

Email now Or call 604-988-5281, ext. 226
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A healthy community is our shared responsibility. Your support can change the lives of local children, youth, and families who need our help – and now is the time to act.
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News and Events

PROUD2BE Gender Identity Panel Event: Understanding Gender Diversity – Young Adult Voices
Registration now open! Join our diverse panel of young adults who live outside of the traditional gender binary for an engaging discussion. This online event is offered free of charge and open to parents, youth, professionals, and adult family and friends.  Saturday, October 26th, 10am – 12pm. Register/Learn More
Christmas Bureau
The holidays can be a difficult time, especially if you are struggling to afford basic necessities. If you are experiencing financial challenges, our community is here to help brighten the season. Learn More
Strategic Plan 2023 – 2028
Our new 5-year Strategic Plan: The Way Forward. Deeper impact. Focused priorities. Read the plan
2024 Annual Impact Report
We’re proud of what we have accomplished together, yet we know the need across the North Shore is both deep and expansive. Together, we can bring lasting change to the most vulnerable people in our community. Read the report
Check out our latest Podcast!
Join registered our team as we chat about the issues, big and small, that we’re all facing together. Tune in for a lively discussion, including tools and coping techniques you can apply to your own life. > Listen now
Agency Brochure
We offer a wide range of programs and services to individuals and families of all ages and stages of life. View or download our Agency Brochure. Learn More
Let’s stay connected!
You are a part of our community and we enjoy hearing from you. Learn more about our agency, services and, how to become involved. By staying connected, we will become an even stronger, kinder, more resilient community. > Learn More
Family Services of the North Shore Community Gathering and Annual General Meeting
Our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us on Wednesday, June 5, for our Community Gathering and Annual General Meeting. We appreciated the opportunity to connect over some of the work we’ve been doing, and share our special panel discussion with our Clinical Counselling team about gender-based violence. Thank you!
Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion
Recent anti-Indigenous, anti-Black, and anti- Asian violence and discrimination in communities across North America remind us that we have more work to do. At Family Services of the North Shore, we believe that communities must take care of their most vulnerable. We are committed to acknowledging and being a part of dismantling systemic racism and other forms of oppression. We remain committed to ensuring equity and inclusion by standing with people who have been traditionally, systemically and historically marginalized. > Read Our Commitment
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Volunteer with us and get involved with the community you love. We have volunteer opportunities for people of all ages, backgrounds, and interests. Make a difference, connect with your North Shore neighbours, and help us change lives together.
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