Youth Services Outreach (YSOT)

Offering crisis support, intervention and prevention services for youth,
in a trauma informed and youth centered way.

A smiling young First Nations man sits at a table across from an older First Nations man. Indigenous artwork is displayed on the wall behind them.

Offers crisis intervention support

Provides emotional and practical supports

Youth advocacy to access appropriate supports

Provides short term and long term support

Provides referrals and connection to community supports

A group of youth sit on a rock in front of the ocean. Two girls in front smile at the camera.

Youth Services Outreach (YSOT)

The Outreach program provides initial and immediate contact with youth, ages 12-19 and their families in need of services.  This program provides emotional and practical support and crisis intervention to reduce risks to youth and their families.

The Youth Outreach team is a direct access point for community professionals, youth and families in crisis.

Youth Justice Program

The Youth Justice Program supports female-identifying youth involved in the justice system who are facing high-risk situations or housing instability. Referred by Youth Justice Probation Officers, participants receive individualized support to build safety, stability, and positive connections.

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Contact YSOT

Outreach Youth Support Workers are available Monday through Friday from 9am – 5pm to work with youth both in an office setting through scheduled appointments along with working collaboratively in an outreach and community based capacity. The Outreach program is located at the Main YES building at 533 Yates Street.

For more information contact:

Direct Phone Line: 250-220-8938

Email: outreach@vyes.ca