Simpcw’s Social Development Department staff can provide members with connections to resources and information that may strengthen their connections to families and community.
Programs and Services:
Administration of on-reserve Income Assistance
Child, Youth and Family Crisis Support
Child, Youth and Family Preservation
Community Engagement Initiatives - Family Day, Halloween, Melukwmintem, Christmas celebrations
Child and Family Jurisdictional Community Engagements
child protection concern Call:
Simpcw Child Protection Services:
250.672.0488 Ext.: 289 (24-hour Hotline) or
Secwepemc Child and Family Services:
250.314.9669 (Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm)
After hours call Children & Youth Hotline:
1.800.663.9122
MCFD (Ministry of Children & Family Development) Child Protection:
1.800.663.9122 (24-hour Hotline)
Useful links:
Representative for Children and Youth
Make a Complaint About Child or Family Service
Document 3
Family Preservation
-In Community & Surrounding Areas
-Northern BC and Lower Mainland/ Vancouver Island