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SOUTH SURREY FOUNDRY TO TRANSFORM YOUTH SERVICES ON THE PENINSULA

SURREY, B.C. – September 23, 2024 – Backed by the Government of BC, Sources Community Resources Society (SOURCES) has started the groundwork to develop Foundry South Surrey, a free walk-in centre for youths and young people struggling to access health and social care. The centre will be developed on the traditional and unceded ancestral lands of the Semiahmoo First Nation.

“When young people are in distress, they and their families need to know where to go. When they get there, they need to be met with a comprehensive and timely range of services and supports. Foundry has been working toward this exact goal across BC and is now serving over 3,000 young persons each month,” says George Passmore, SOURCES Executive Director. George has been working with young people and families for over 20 years.

Foundry is a Providence Health Care program. Its revolutionary Integrated Youth Services (IYS) model brings together mental health, physical and sexual health, substance use and employment services for young persons aged 12-24, all under one roof. As the lead agency to bring Foundry South Surrey to life, SOURCES is already actively working with the local community and partnering with Semiahmoo First Nations and Alex House. Currently in the capital development stage, the project requires an investment of $8 million and is one of the biggest fundraising campaigns SOURCES has undertaken.

Lynn Seabrook, Foundry Project Lead, will be engaging South Surrey/White Rock residents to shape the unique characteristics of the centre. Prior to joining SOURCES, Lynn was instrumental in developing mental health, substance use and health care services for youth in Katzie First Nation, Spirit Bear Centre Society, First Nation Health Authority and Provincial Health Services Authority.

“Foundry South Surrey’s integrated, stepped services will reach youth where they are in their journey towards wellness and independence. I look forward to working with young persons and families to create a holistic and welcoming centre,” says Lynn.

Dr Steve Mathias, Co-Executive Director of Foundry, will be the keynote speaker at Sources upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) happening September 24 at White Rock Community Centre. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event to learn more about Foundry and SOURCES.

To attend the AGM: Info@SourcesBC.ca

To learn more about Foundry: FoundryBC.ca

To donate: SourcesFoundation.ca/Give

Media Contact

Janet Welch – Manager, Communications and Philanthropy SOURCES Foundation

JWelch@SourcesBC.ca
About

Established in 1978, Sources Community Resources Society (SOURCES) is an internationally accredited not-for-profit social services agency. Our programs serve individuals across various age groups experiencing poverty, mental health challenges, disability, conflict, isolation and addiction. We have over 20 locations in BC including White Rock, Surrey, Delta, Langley, Prince George, and Parksville. Some of our programs are government funded while others are funded by the generosity of community donors. Sources Foundation is the fundraising arm of SOURCES. Our 365 staff members are the backbone of our organization, touching the lives of thousands of individuals each year.

 

SAVE THE DATE – SOURCES Notice of Annual General Meeting

South Surrey – August 14, 2024 – Join us on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, as we reflect on our past year of service to individuals and families on the mainland, Vancouver Island and Northern BC.

We welcome registrants to invite a friend or family member for an evening of meaningful dialogue and observing our accomplishments over the last year.

For more information feel free to contact: Tina Rasmussen, Executive Coordinator at TRasmussen@SourcesBC.ca or 250.240.1699.

Please check out our websites for information on our programs and events: SourcesBC.ca (Society) and SourcesFoundation.ca (Foundation). We look forward to seeing you on September 24th!

Register Now!


Agenda:

5:00–5:30 PM
Registration and Light Refreshments

5:30–5:40 PM
Welcoming Address – Chief Harley Chappell

5:40–6:00 PM
Sources Community Resources Society Annual General Meeting

6:00–6:20 PM
Sources Foundation Annual General Meeting

6:20–6:50 PM
Keynote Speaker – Dr. Steve Mathias

6:50–7:00 PM
Closing Remarks

Location: White Rock Community Centre – 15154 Russell Ave, White Rock, BC


Dr. Steve Mathias is the co-Executive Director of Foundry, British Columbia’s community-based, integrated health and social service network for young people (12-24 years old) and their families. Steve trained as a psychiatrist at the University of British Columbia and obtained fellowships in both Addiction Medicine (ABAM) and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (FRCPC). In 2009, he co-founded the Inner City Youth Program, the first intensive case management team in Canada to work with homeless youth and later, led the opening of the Granville Youth Health Centre (later re-named Foundry Vancouver-Granville) in 2015. During that time, his proposal to the British Columbia Parliamentary Select Standing Committee on Child and Youth Mental Health led to the funding of the first five Foundry centres. From 2017-18, Steve served as the co-head of the Department of Psychiatry, and Physician Director of the Mental Health Program at St Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver.

Today, Foundry is a provincial network of 18 integrated youth services centres and Foundry Virtual. Each Foundry centre offers an array of health (mental health, substance use, single session brief therapy, physical and sexual health) and social (e.g. peer support, family peer support, and individual placement and support) services. By 2027, it is anticipated that 35 Foundry centres will be in operation across British Columbia.

Dr. Steve Mathias, his partner Leane, and their three teenagers, are settlers on the unceded lands of the Squamish, Musqueam and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations, residing in North Vancouver. They acknowledge that these lands have been home to Indigenous people since time immemorial and they recognize and honour the First Nations, Inuit and Metis people as the stewards of the land, waterways and ocean coasts that they so enjoy.

David Young, President and Chief Executive Officer Retirement Announcement

South Surrey – August 6, 2024 – Please join us in congratulating David Young, President and Chief Executive Officer, on his upcoming retirement in January 2025. To ensure a seamless transition, SOURCES has established a search committee and has engaged Boyden Canada, an international executive search firm based in Vancouver. We will engage our stakeholders over the coming months as we launch the search for our next Chief Executive Officer.

For the past seventeen years, David has played a pivotal role in the growth and transformation of SOURCES. David has successfully merged the strengths and capacities of five separate legacy agencies to create a more comprehensive and holistic response to community needs under the Sources banner. Under his leadership the agency has grown from an annual budget of $5 Million to $33 Million for a range of programs that serve the Lower Mainland, Central Vancouver Island and Northern British Columbia.

Please join us on behalf of SOURCES and the Board in thanking David for his leadership and service to our organization and community.

Sincerely,

Rupinder Khunkhun
Board Chair
Sources Community Resources Society

Back by Popular Demand, Charity Fashion Show In Her Shoes Returns to Raise Funds for a Second Year to Support Sources Women’s Place

South Surrey and White Rock, B.C. – April 15 2024 – In Her Shoes, a charity fashion show that made waves at its debut last year, is back for its second year. To be held April 25 at West Coast Gardens in Surrey, the fundraiser’s goal is to generate $100,000 for Sources Women’s Place. A community-funded centre operated by Sources Community Resources Society (SOURCES) in South Surrey/White Rock, Women’s Place offers free supports and resources to thousands of women in the community. Proceeds from the event will be used to increase the centre’s capacity and offer trauma counselling to more women.

“Women’s Place is like an anchor for women as they feel welcomed and taken care of in a judgement- free environment,” says Corina Carroll, Executive Director at SOURCES. “The goal of events like In Her Shoes is to build a sustainable future for our centre.”

In Her Shoes not only inspires guests with stories of resilience but also offers an evening of fun through fashion, food and lots of shopping. 94.5 Virgin Radio host Nira Arora will return as the emcee for the show. Directed by Fashion Director Jaida Hay and dressed in clothes generously provided by Turnabout Luxury Resale, SOURCES volunteers and clients will walk the runway. There will also be several chef-attended food stations, including The Sushi Lady, and West Coast Gardens will be sending guests off for the evening with take home floral bouquets.

“The response In Her Shoes received from the community last year encouraged us to come back and with a fresh theme, NEW BEGINNINGS,” say Co-chairs Sara Forte and Courtney Robichaud. “We are thankful to our presenting sponsor White Rock Optometry and all other sponsors for believing in our cause.”

Event organizers are urging the public to book their seats fast as only a few tickets remain. For those who can’t make it, SOURCES is running a 50/50 Raffle Draw to generate funds. A silent auction of over 70 items will be live April 15 and all are welcome to participate.

For silent auction, 50/50 and event tickets, visit: Trellis.org/InHerShoes2024.

For more event information, go to SourcesBC.ca/Events/In-Her-Shoes.

Media ContactJanet Welch – Manager, Communications and Philanthropy SOURCES Foundation JWelch@SourcesBC.caAboutThe Sources Foundation works with the community to raise funds to support the work of Sources Community Resources Society. Since 1992, our Foundation has funded social wellness programs and services that provide hope, strength and resilience to individuals and families in communities across B.C.

White Rock/South Surrey Ranks First in National Fundraiser, Coldest Night of the Year, Raising $270,000 for Sources Foundation

SURREY AND WHITE ROCK, B.C. – February 25, 2024 – This past Saturday, White Rock/South Surrey ranked number one among 190 locations in Canada, raising over $270,000 for Sources Foundation’s Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY). Held at Memorial Park, White Rock, the event attracted over 550 walkers across age groups, cultures and backgrounds. Present at the venue was Sources Outreach Van, purchased with the funds raised in 2023 for transporting people to warming centres and service hubs.

“Congratulations to all my fellow community members for coming up at the number 1 position in Canada,” says Marc Burchell, CNOY Ambassador for White Rock/South Surrey location. “A big thanks to each of you for once again stepping up to support those in our community who are struggling.”

For the past 11 years, CNOY has been helping bring essential services closer to those in need. Proceeds from this year will go to Sources food banks, homeless prevention services, and peer support services. “Individuals experiencing homelessness have jumped by 64% in Surrey in the last three years,” says Jason Blaschuk. “While costs have increased across the board, funding from the government and other agencies has remained the same.” Through events like CNOY, Sources Foundation not only raises critical funds but also brings awareness in the community.  

The Feb 24 event was emceed by celebrity fitness instructor Tommy Europe. Billy White and the Rockettes performed crowd favourites, Korki Klown wowed families with her fun surprises and balloons and DinoSOURCES made an honourary appearance. Walkers were served hot soup by Sheila’s Catering, hot dogs by Rotary Club of White Rock, delicious donuts by Little Ootie’s, Starbucks coffee, treats by Save-On-Foods, games and scarves by Prospera Credit Union and hot chocolate and Timbits by Uptown Printers. The event wrapped up with a prize draw for walkers and volunteers with generous prizes donated by the HomeLife Benchmark realtors. 

This year’s fundraising champion is Ernie Klassen of White Rock Pride Society who raised over $26,700. White Rock Pride Society came up as the top team, generating over $33,500. It was a very close race with White Rock Baptist Church trailing by only a couple of hundred dollars. Other teams included Semiahmoo Rotary Striders, Gracepoint Cares and Heart and Sole.

Sources Foundation is grateful for the generosity of local businesses, including our supporting sponsors Elkay, HomeLife Benchmark Realty and Karim Jandali, RBC Wealth Management and BC Housing.

This year’s fundraising goal is $300,000 and donations are accepted until March 31. To give, visit https://cnoy.org/location/whiterocksouthsurrey.

Media Contact Janet Welch Manager, Communications and Philanthropy SOURCES FoundationJWelch@SourcesBC.caAbout The Sources Foundation works with the community to raise funds to support the work of Sources Community Resources Society. Since 1992, our Foundation has funded social wellness programs and services that provide hope, strength and resilience to individuals and families in communities across B.C.

White Rock/South Surrey Community Dedicates 10 Years of Fundraising Through Coldest Night of the Year, Generating Over $1M for People in Need

SURREY AND WHITE ROCK, B.C. – February 27, 2023 – The White Rock/South Surrey community has together raised more than $1 million over 10 years of participating in the Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) walkathon hosted by Sources Foundation. In the last decade, this event has attracted close to 3,500 walkers to be a part of this fundraiser.

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Sources Community Resources Society Fires Up Coldest Night of the Year Charity Walk to Be In-Person This Year

SURREY AND WHITE ROCK, B.C. – February 15, 2023 – After two years of virtual walking, Sources Community Resources Society (SOURCES) is fired up to hold the Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) walk in-person this year. CNOY is an annual nation-wide fundraiser, with SOURCES carrying the torch for White Rock/South Surrey. This family-friendly event will take place on Saturday, February 25 at the White Rock Promenade.

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