If you feel anxious, or need someone to talk to, the Crisis Line is available 24/7. Help is just a phone call away at 1.888.353.2273 (1.888.353.CARE)



Learn more about the 988 suicide crisis helpline here.

KCR Community Resources



KCR Community Resources is divided into four departments, find the one that best suits your needs!

Community Services




  • Community Events
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Workshops and Training
  • United Against Discrimination
  • Community Information




Family & Adoption







  • Family Hub
  • Crisis Line
  • Adoption Centre of BC
  • Family and Parent Support Programs







Immigrant Services





  • Employment Support
  • Resettlement Assistance
  • Mentorship
  • Translation and Interpretation
  • Refugee Response Team





Employment Services




  • Diverse Abilities
  • Youth Employment Skills Strategy
  • Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants




Community Services




  • Community Events
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Workshops and Training
  • United Against Discrimination
  • Community Information




Family & Adoption





  • Family Hub
  • Crisis Line
  • Adoption Centre of BC
  • Family and Parent Support Programs





Immigrant Services





  • Employment Support
  • Resettlement Assistance
  • Mentorship
  • Translation and Interpretation
  • Refugee Response Team





Employment Services




  • Diverse Abilities
  • Youth Employment Skills Strategy
  • Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants




How we're making a difference




Impact Report




2022 – 2023




Helping non-profits & volunteers achieve their potential

23 Workshops delivered to 350+ participants: -Board Boot Camp 101 & 102 -Disruptive Leadership -Diversity, Equity & Inclusion -Grant Writing Essentials -Nourishing Volunteer Managers -Overview of Volunteer Management Community Volunteer Income Tax Program: 12 volunteers managed a 50% increase in demand and filed 600+ returns.

Strengthening families

Services were accessed by 4935 adults and 6464 children at the Family Hub. The Family Friend Program assisted 28 families. The Kid’s Count Program assisted 39 families. The Crisis Line responded to a total of 11,818 calls and texts. Adoption Services assisted 43 birth parents and facilitated 18 adoptions.

Integrating newcomers

1121 newcomers accessed settlement and integration services. 1968 migrant workers received one-on-one outreach. 59 participants were matched with settlement & employment mentors The Refugee Resettlement program welcomed 195 refugees from 13 countries. 662 participants received translation services.

Preparing people for the workforce

349 vulnerable participants received Employment Services supports. 10 employment programs supported individuals including those experiencing: diverse abilities, displacement/unhoused, newcomers to Canada, newcomer youth, and mature workers. 112 vulnerable participants obtained successful outcomes.

CENTRAL OKANAGAN

United Against Discrimination

REPORT AN INCIDENT

If you are a victim, or a witness, of racism and discrimination, report the incident. In collaboration with UBCO with the support of UBC CUES fund, KCR Community Resources is collecting data to help develop a community protocol to address racism and discrimination in our communities.

– ACTIVATE CHANGE –

Fill in the report online, email united@kcr.ca or call 250.763.8008 ext 253

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Central Okanagan Connection
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Calendar of Community Events

A listing of non-profit & free events happening in the Central Okanagan.
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