The Latest at YES
Lifting herself out of homelessness – Hailey’s Story
When Hailey* had to leave home late one winter night, at first she was really angry, and then she became… Continue reading
Posted on: September 22, 2021 in Current News, Client Stories
Youth music mentorship with Missy Knott
When in the Indigenous RISE Youth Housing Program, Caleb* chatted regularly to YES staff Katie, about becoming a rapper. Caleb… Continue reading
Posted on: September 2, 2021 in Client Stories, YES Stories
Farewell letter from Executive Director Meagan Hennekam
I’m writing today to share that I am moving on from my role as Executive Director of the YES Shelter… Continue reading
Posted on: August 25, 2021 in Current News
Nourishing a bright future; Chloe’s story
Chloe* first came the YES Emergency Shelter when she was 16 years old, directly from the care of CAS. She… Continue reading
Posted on: August 4, 2021 in Current News, Client Stories
Statement on the Kamloops Residential School Tragedy
Every Child Matters. With deep sadness, the YES Shelter for Youth and Families acknowledges the tragic loss discovered at the… Continue reading
Posted on: June 4, 2021 in Current News