Carrier Sekani Family Services

10/17/2026

Join CSFS Fathers Wellness Coordinators Clayton and Tim, and Recreation Support Worker Denise, for the Men’s Mindfulness Group at the Nadleh Whut’en Gym on Wednesday, October 21, from 5:00 to 6:20 p.m. The group is open to men of all ages from youth to Elders across all CSFS member Nations. Snacks and door prizes will be available!

To register or if you are interested in hosting a Men’s Group gathering in your community, contact the team at [email protected] , [email protected] or [email protected].

10/16/2026

Community members are invited to bring their voices and experience to their Nation’s Community Wellness Team (CWT). The CWT is a collaboration between CSFS and member Nations to provide support to families, prevent child and family issues, and play an important role in family reunification.

Nation members will receive training to support them in their role, and an honorarium for attending meetings.

If you feel this opportunity to support children and families in your community is for you, apply to be part of your Nation’s CWT. To learn more and apply, contact Colette at [email protected] or 778-349-3408, or visit www.csfs.org/cwt.

10/15/2026

Foundry Vanderhoof is putting on Pumpkin Palooza for next Friday's pro-d day! Join them for pumpkin carving and lunch at 171 East Columbia Street. Spots are limited, register at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/x9f63DnL9X

🎃 Carve Out Some Fun This Pro-D Day! 🎃

Join us for pumpkin carving, Halloween fun, free lunch, and a chance to get creative this Pro-D Day!

⚠️ Spots are limited. Register early to reserve your pumpkin: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/x9f63DnL9X

10/15/2026

Hey moms! If you could use a little self-care, we invite you to join us at Dzee Ba’yugh Safe House in Burns Lake. Connect with staff, learn about available programs and services, and get your nails done. Lunch will be provided and a variety of press-on nails will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. We'll also have fun activities to keep the kids entertained.

Date: October 26 & 28 (choose a date unless full)
Time: 11:00 am – 1:30 pm
Location: Dzee Ba’yugh Office, 4A Sus Avenue, Burns Lake

To sign up, contact Sherri Disher at [email protected] or call/text 250-251-1412

10/15/2026

CSFS Health Promotion & Physical Activity will be hosting an Arthritis Wellness Program in Burns Lake offering help and information to those living with arthritis or for those supporting family members with their arthritis treatment. The event will be running every Wednesday from October 21 to December 2, 5:00pm – 8:00pm at the Ts’il Kaz Koh Gathering Place. Dinner and door prizes will be provided.

To register please reach out to Dana at 672-983-7877 or [email protected]

10/14/2026

We are thrilled to share that the Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS) Detox Centre in Vanderhoof is now open! CSFS is delivering this culturally-grounded detox program through a combination of medical services and wrap-around supports to help people withdraw from substances as a step on their healing journey.

The CSFS Detox Centre provides 24/7 medical withdrawal management with 5 detox beds available. The program will start by accepting individuals experiencing low to moderate withdrawal symptoms with services expanding over time.

If you would like to access detox services, you will need to get a referral from a health care provider. Walk in access is not available.

For more information on program eligibility, referral processes and more, please refer to the Info sheet: https://pulse.ly/a9cmxuujeq

10/14/2026

Community Kitchen is back in Vancouver! Starting tomorrow, Thursday, October 15, 2026, CSFS Family Preservation – Vancouver invites you to cook delicious meals and learn simple, healthy, and affordable recipes at Save on Meats 43 W Hastings Street in Vancouver, from 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Space is limited to 20 participants, and advanced registration is required.

The event is open to CSFS member Nations. To register, please contact Fatemeh (604) 229-3900, Rebeca (604) 209-0151, or Buffy (672) 983-6520.

10/10/2026

Happy World Mental Health Day!
Today is a day to create awareness for mental health, and to continue to advocate against social stigmas associated with mental health issues.
Some simple tips for taking care of your well-being are to make time for things you enjoy, like hanging out with friends, playing sports, listening to music, or simply chilling. Small steps—like getting enough sleep (7-9 hours for growing brains and bodies), eating healthy, and moving your body—help boost your mood and energy.
Share a photo showing how you take care of your mental health in the comments!
For information on our Mental Health and Wellness Services, visit https://pulse.ly/cdw5fthu9h

10/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day 💚
Mental Health affects everyone, and it is important that we recognize it and give ourselves a moment to reflect on what we need. Our mental health and wellness services are available to the Nations we serve, offering culturally grounded mental health assessment, counselling and treatment that honours Carrier and Sekani ways of knowing, healing and connection.
Scroll through to find out about our health and wellness services.
To find more information on our Mental Health and Wellness Services visit https://pulse.ly/hlisneszel
Your mental health matters today and every day.

10/09/2026

We wish everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend!

Just a reminder that All CSFS offices will be closed Monday, October 12, for Thanksgiving Day. We will resume regular office hours on Tuesday, October 13.

In case of emergencies, please call the BC Crisis Centre 1-800-784-2433. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.