Collaborative Practices Program

Support for families and Nations during conflict by bringing people together through mediation to make decisions in the best interests of children and youth.

At a Glance

Support for families and Nations during conflict by bringing people together through mediation to make decisions in the best interests of children and youth.

Who's It for

Families experiencing conflict or crisis
Children and youth
Parents, caregivers and extended family
Nations and Indigenous communities, including Chief and Council, Clan Leaders, Hereditary Chiefs and Band Designates
Social workers and other service providers involved in child and family planning

Where It's Offered

Available to anyone between Prince George and Smithers
Meetings held in community or online

What We Help With

Family group decision-making
Conflict resolution
Bringing families, Nations and service providers together
Planning for safety, permanency and transitions

How To Access

Complete the Collaborative Practices referral form
Email the referral to familyjustice@csfs.org
We will follow up to review needs and next steps

About the Program

The Collaborative Practices Program supports families, Nations and service providers during times of conflict or crisis. Our facilitators bring people together to make decisions that honour children’s wellbeing and centre the voices of family and community.

We help with current conflicts, and reduce future conflict, by building skills in collaboration, self-determination and shared planning based on Nowh Guna’ — our way.

Who This Serves

Families in crisis
Children and youth
Parents, caregivers and extended family
Social workers and community service providers

Eligibility

Anyone living on Carrier and Sekani Territory

How We Can Support You

Family group conferences

Permanency planning meetings

Family case planning conferences

Support for collaborative decision-making

Youth transition conferences

Prevention meetings

Culturally safe processes that include family, Nation and service providers

Contacts and Locations

Family Justice

250-691-0183

familyjustice@csfs.org

Prince George Office

301 George Street Prince George, BC V2L 3G7

Open Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. -to 4:30 p.m.