Plans for a service hub to improve kids and teens lives in the north are moving forward after receiving provincial funding.
Half-million dollars was given to Lheidli T'enneh First Nation to fund a feasibility study to "inform how this project may come to life, the services, care, and programs needed, as well as location and infrastructure needs," according to a news release from the Ministry of Health and Lheidli T'enneh First Nation from Wednesday (May 7).
The release says this study will build upon prior engagement that concluded a high value for children and their well-being that rely on community groups and existing services.
The feasibility study led by Lheidli T'enneh First Nation in collaboration with "government, Northern Health Authority, First Nations Health Authority and other partners" is just phase two of plans to see northern youth support centre through, according to release.
"The goal of the study is to provide a clear description of the scope of services for the Centre of Excellence for Children and Youth and how they fit within existing services in the region,' Ministry of Health and Lheidli T'enneh First Nation said.
The release says the youth centre is part of B.C's plans in valuing community services like trauma-informed programs for people and First Nations groups who may need them.
Learn about mental-health and substance-use supports in B.C.: https://helpstartshere.gov.bc.ca/
