Together We Thrive: Reflecting on Our 2024–2025 Achievements

Celebrating Resilience and Growth: Our 2024–2025 Year in Review

As we close another year at Westcoast Family Centres, we reflect on a journey defined by resilience, purpose, and community. For over 41 years, our mission has remained steadfast: to strengthen relationships between children, families, and communities. This year was no exception.

Facing Challenges, Building Strength

The past year brought significant challenges—rising living costs, housing insecurity, and growing mental health concerns. Yet, thanks to the unwavering dedication of our staff, volunteers, and partners, we continued to provide essential services to families navigating complex realities. From crisis response to family preservation, our programs helped hundreds of children and parents find stability and hope.

Milestones That Matter

• 151 holiday hampers delivered to over 500 individuals, thanks to 66 generous donors.
• Family Services supported 131 children and 206 adults, working tirelessly to keep families together.
• Early Years Programs empowered young parents and supported children with special needs.
• Westcoast Wellness Centre launched, offering accessible counselling services to anyone in BC.
• The Nest, our new pilot program, helped little ones prepare for Kindergarten through personalized support.

Commitment to Reconciliation

We deepened our reconciliation and decolonization efforts through Learning & Sharing Circles, fostering a culture of empathy and respect. Our goal remains clear: to ensure Indigenous children, youth, and families feel safe and valued in our spaces.

Celebrating 40 Years

In 2024, we marked our 40th anniversary with a vibrant celebration of community and solidarity. This milestone reminds us of the incredible impact we’ve made—and the work still ahead.

Looking Forward

Guided by our 2024–2026 Strategic Priorities, we’re focused on leadership, inclusivity, financial sustainability, and quality care. Together, we’ll continue to adapt, innovate, and serve families with compassion and excellence.

Thank you to our donors, partners, and community for making this work possible. Here’s to another year of strengthening families and building brighter futures.

Please check out the full annual report to community in the PDF below: