by Michelle | Mar 4, 2026
Come join our circle of support!
The BCFPA Solutions Team are hosting monthly virtual support meetings open to all caregivers in the Northern Region of the BC.
We will offer guest speakers, time for your questions and draw on the expertise in the room as we work to lift each other up as caregivers facing everyday problems.
So, grab a coffee and join us online, for our first meeting, on:
Wednesday 15th April 12:30pm till 1:30pm
Please email Amanda Oliver at amanda@bcfosterparents.ca to enroll.
by Michelle | Mar 3, 2026
Join members of BCFPA’s board of directors and provincial office staff to share about your experiences as a caregiver in your region.
BC Foster Parents Association hosts a set of regional discussion groups via Zoom at regular intervals throughout the year. The intention behind these calls is for caregivers to have opportunities to increase their network, ask questions, gain resources, discuss what’s happening in their region, and build a collaborative relationship with BCFPA as well as other caregivers. These calls are loosely structured open discussions where all attendees are welcome to speak and share freely.
Each call is attended by members of BCFPA’s board of directors and provincial office staff, including our Director of Advocacy/Provincial Community Strategist and head of the Provincial Strategy Initiative, Amanda Oliver.
The dates for the spring 2026 round of regional calls will be:
*PLEASE RSVP VIA THE FORM BELOW*
Coast/Fraser: Wednesday, April 8th from 10:00am – 11:30am PST
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83158455577?pwd=voJZas7RVNnSwZRYxcCRM6PbaD6lS2.1
Interior: Thursday, April 9th from 10:00am – 11:30am PST
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87244610285?pwd=o4Gm7IRFTvsaY5r3kbnMArbFt3ZRDB.1
Island: Monday, April 13th from 10:00am – 11:30am PST
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82156152079?pwd=TCvuXmu3ccDVflTK1TpYcLWaoAns57.1
PLEASE NOTE: Due to it’s proximity to another, similar, event, we have made the decision to cancel the Northern regional call for this quarter. Those interested in attending are welcome and encouraged to join the Solutions Program’s Circle of Support for the Northern region on Wednesday, April 15th from 12:30pm to 1:30pm. Please email Amanda Oliver at amanda@bcfosterparents.ca to RSVP and attend.
If you have any questions regarding these calls please feel free to reach out to our Community Network Coordinator at taiah@bcfosterparents.ca.
IMPORTANT. PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU REGISTER.
- Regional call attendance is open exclusively to foster caregivers in BC.
- Due to organizational needs, caregivers are only able to attend the session for their region.
- Calls will be recorded for note-taking purposes to ensure that we accurately capture all information shared. This information will be used solely to inform our advocacy efforts and the development of BCFPA’s services. No identifying information will be recorded and nothing discussed will be shared outside of our organization for any reason.
by Michelle | Feb 25, 2026
BCFPA & STFC ICS EAST KOOTENAY FOSTER PARENT TWO DAY EVENT
Date: March 31, 2026
Location: Cranbrook Golf Club, 2700 2nd St S, Cranbrook BC
Welcoming: 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Workshop: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Navigating the Maze, assisting caregivers to advocate for service for children with support needs.
Presented by Marna Forsyth, STFC ICS Network Facilitator
Lunch Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Partnership meeting with MCFD & K’tunaxa: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Catered lunch provided
For all caregivers – Foster – Out of Care – Kinship
Event Name: BCFPA and STFC ICS Workshop
Date: April 1, 2026
Location: Cranbrook Golf Club, 2700 2nd St S, Cranbrook BC
Start Time: 10:00 AM – End Time: 12:00 PM
Snacks provided
For Foster Parents only
Event Name: BCFPA and STFC ICS Social Pool Waterslide Pizza Party
Date: April 1, 2026
Location: Ramada Hotel Cranbrook, 2370 Cranbrook St N, Cranbrook BC
Start Time: 3:30 PM
End Time: 6:30 PM
For all caregivers – Foster – Out of Care – Kinship
Date: April 2, 2026
BCFPA and STFC ICS Caregiver Appreciation Breakfast
Foster – Out of Care – Kinship
Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Come share ideas about future training and caregiver events you would like to see in your region
BCFPA
Amanda Oliver, Director of Advocacy & Provincial Community Strategist
Raquel Lesieur, Treasurer
STFC ICS
Kari Bepple, Program Coordinator
James Weir, Network Facilitator
Limited financial support available for out of town caregivers
Please RSVP:
jweir@interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca
by Michelle | Feb 17, 2026
BC Foster Parents Association is excited to hold our 59th annual AGM & Conference in Victoria, BC from October 16th, 2026 through October 17th, 2026.
Book your stay at the Inn at Laurel Point (680 Montreal St, Victoria, BC V8V 1Z8) for BCFPA’s 2026 AGM & Conference before September 11th, 2026 to receive our discounted rate of $235/night for a standard guest room.
To book your stay, please call 1-800-663-7667 or email reservations@laurelpoint.com and quote BCFPA.
by Michelle | Feb 17, 2026
BC Child & Youth in Care Week takes place June 1 – June 7, 2026.
Register now to join the virtual kick-off on June 1st from 6-7pm. Come together with youth, community partners, and special guests to celebrate the amazing children and youth in and from care across British Columbia. Enjoy incredible youth presenters, prizes, and more!
Register here to join the kick-off.
Community Celebration Grants
The deadline for Community Celebration Grant applications for BC Child & Youth in Care Week is fast approaching. Get your applications in before April 13th!
Planning a celebration for BC Child & Youth in Care Week? Apply to receive up to $250 to help fund your event.
Who can apply for a Grant?
The BCCYICW Community Celebration Grant is open to all agencies, families and friends not already receiving funding through a government agency to host a BCCYICW celebration.
What kind of Celebration Can I Host?
All celebrations must be hosted for a group of children and/or youth. Applications for funds to support a single young person will not be considered.
All celebrations must comply with the BC Child and Youth in Care Week Privacy Policy for Children and Youth in Care
Questions? Contact Taylor at taylor.burnett@fbcyicn.ca
Apply here for a Community Celebration Grant.
Recognition Awards
The deadline for Recognition Awards for BC Child & Youth in Care Week is fast approaching. Get your nominations in before April 27th!
All children and youth in and from care (ages 6-24) who are nominated will receive a Recognition Award. We have a recognition process that is strengths-based and honours the achievements of individuals, whatever that looks like for that young person.
Who can nominate a young person? MCFD staff, ICFSA staff, community partners and groups, foster parents, peers and individuals can nominate young people.
Awards Nomination Process All children and youth who are nominated will receive a Recognition Award. We have a recognition process that is strengths-based and honours the achievements of individuals, whatever that looks like for that young person.
Questions? Contact Taylor at taylor.burnett@fbcyicn.ca or 604-358-8234
Nominate a Child (6-13) here.
Nominate a Youth (14-24) here.
