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10 Years. 10 Stories. 10 Voices.

In 2015, Foundry was created to transform how young people aged 12-24 in British Columbia access free mental health, substance use health, physical and sexual health, peer support, and work, education and community services. We started as a proof of concept model, and now have 19 centres open, 16 more in development and a provincial virtual service available anywhere in BC.

 

To mark ten remarkable years of Foundry, we’re sharing stories from the young people and caregivers who Foundry has helped, and the health professionals involved in bringing it to life.

Rayne's Story

Rayne found inclusive care and a safe space at Foundry where they felt supported, respected, and understood throughout their wellness journey. With community connection, gender-inclusive support, and programs designed for all young people in BC, Rayne discovered belonging, confidence, and the courage to express who they are.

Foundry’s services are free, inclusive, and available to every young person in BC — no matter their background, identity, or story.

 

To access free youth wellness and inclusive services, visit our website. To learn more about youth services, visit this page.

 

  • Scott is at Thrive Social Services, a lead agency for an upcoming Foundry centre in the Sooke Westshore area. He sees Foundry and its service model are a game changer for young people. As a parent who has experienced his children struggling with their mental health, he has seen how providing support brings hope to young people and their families. Watch his story.

     

    To learn more about family and caregiver services, visit this page.

  • When Husain moved to Vancouver as a young queer person, it was harder than he expected. He was struggling with depression, OCD, and anxiety, and decided to reach for help. At Foundry, Husain received free counselling and medical support. He found a doctor he trusts and a safe, welcoming space where he could access the care he needed. Foundry offers inclusive, youth-friendly services across mental health, physical and sexual health and social support. All services are free and available to any young person in need.

     

    To learn more about youth services, visit this page.

  • For 10 years, Shahana has worked as a physician at Foundry, helping build a caring space where young people feel heard and supported.

    One of the things she says makes Foundry special is the people who work there and the level of care they have for the youth they help.

    Foundry’s free, youth-friendly services combine physical and mental health care with work, education and community services; and peer support, creating a safe place for every young person.

     

    Watch Shahana’s story and learn about our model and services.

     

  • When Danny reached out to Foundry to help with his depression, he didn’t know what to expect. Through accessing support at @foundry_granville, he found someone in his corner and practical tools through the Foundry Work & Education Program to manage his challenges.

    Foundry’s free, youth-friendly services help young people find support that fits their lives.

     

    Watch Danny’s story and learn about free work, education and community services.

     

  • Rayne found inclusive care and a safe space at Foundry where they felt supported, respected, and understood throughout their wellness journey. With community connection, gender-inclusive support, and programs designed for all young people in BC, Rayne discovered belonging, confidence, and the courage to express who they are.

    Foundry’s services are free, inclusive, and available to every young person in BC — no matter their background, identity, or story.

     

    To access free youth wellness and inclusive services, visit our website. To learn more about youth services, visit this page.

     

  • New story coming soon.

    Visit us every week to hear more voices and stories from youth, caregivers, and health professionals.

     

     

  • New story coming soon.

    Visit us every week to hear more voices and stories from youth, caregivers, and health professionals.

     

     

  • New story coming soon.

    Visit us every week to hear more voices and stories from youth, caregivers, and health professionals.

     

     

  • When Danielle graduated from university, it turned out to be a bigger transition than she anticipated. She accessed  Foundry’s free youth counselling services, peer support groups and explored the self assessment tools on foundrybc.ca. Foundry was a life changing source of community for her. 

     

    To learn about free Foundry services, visit this page

Foundry Timeline

In 2015, Foundry started as an idea from a small group of caring staff and doctors. It has evolved into a province-wide network, and a national model for Integrated Youth Services. Learn more about our journey.

A New Way to Support Young People

At St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver, a small group of caring staff and doctors saw how many young people were struggling, and how hard it was to find them help when they needed it most. They knew things had to change. So they came together to create something different: the Inner City Youth Program, a place where young people were supported and understood, both before and after a crisis.

A New Way to Support Young People