National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – NCCABC Proudly Supports Orange Shirt Day
The NCCABC stands in solidarity with Indigenous communities across Canada in recognizing the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day....
STARTING SEPTEMBER 23 THE TERRACE ANTI-TRAFFICKING YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE PRESENTS A WEEK OF AWARENESS AND PREVENTION FOR STUDENTS
Your guide to ONGOING & UPCOMING EVENTS around the Lower Mainland and BC
A LOOK BACK AT OUR SUMMER AFTERNOONS FILLED WITH FREE YOGA, MUSIC AND CEREMONY IN THE PARK WITH NCCABC FRIENDS AND PARTNERS
Your guide to ONGOING & UPCOMING EVENTS around the Lower Mainland and BC
DENISIQUI MARKS 20 YEARS OF SERVICE, GATHERING FOR LUNCH AT THE TSILHQOT’IN NATIONAL GOVERNMENT OFFICE AUGUST 15, 2024
Your guide to ONGOING & UPCOMING EVENTS around the Lower Mainland and BC
JUNE 26TH 2024 CELEBRATING THE TSILHQOT’IN NATIONS 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF HISTORIC LAND TITLE RIGHTS AND RECOGNITION
Your guide to ONGOING & UPCOMING EVENTS around the Lower Mainland and BC
For 50 years the NCCABC has helped Indigenous people navigate the criminal justice system in BC, as well as providing the many support services needed to help build a healthier and more satisfying life free from alcohol, drugs and violence, for both themselves, their families and their communities.
Darryl Shackelly | Executive Director
The Native Courtworker program is here to help ensure you understand the criminal justice process at the earliest possible stage. As well as obtain fair, just, equitable & culturally sensitive treatment before the courts.
NCCABC provides direct support to two First Nations Courts in the Province of BC, New Westminster and Duncan. Support Workers liaise with Indigenous-accused and criminal justice personnel to help overcome communication barriers and reduce Indigenous alienation from the criminal justice system.
INCARCERATION
In 2018 Indigenous adults accounted for 30% of prison admissions while only 4% of Canada’s population
VIOLENT VICTIMIZATION
The rate of violent victimization among Indigenous people is double that of non-Indigenous
HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Indigenous women make up only 4% of Canada’s female population but roughly 50% of it’s trafficking victims.
This program assists individuals who may be seeking support and guidance with substance misuse, and to work towards a drug-free lifestyle. We assist individuals by developing a Client Action Plan that consists of referrals to shelters or housing facilities, food and other basic issues clients face after detoxification.
This program provides culturally safe one-on-one counselling and group programs to assist individuals working towards a healthier, more satisfying life, free from alcohol and drug use.
Offering culturally-appropriate mental wellness and substance use counselling, as well as group programs for recovery in the Surrey area.
For more information on these programs
FOSTER CARE
52% of Canadian children in foster care are Indigenous, but account for only 7.7% of the population
VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN
Indigenous women are
3 times more likely to be victims of violence than non-Indigenous women
FOSTER CARE
Less than 10 per cent of children in B.C. are Indigenous but account for 60 per cent of the kids in foster care
This program focuses on improving outcomes for Indigenous children in care by providing services and supports to safely return them to the care of their parents, or where that is not possible, to find temporary or permanent placements for them with relatives and/or community members that will be in their best interests.
The Indigenous Family and Youth Advocate is responsible for providing counselling, guidance, support, advice, referrals, education and advocacy for First Nations, Indigenous families and clients involved in child protection issues and other family matters.
We will guide you to effective resources to improve your community safety, enhance your ability to seek supportive services and reduce potential future incidences of violence.
Missing and Murdered Women’s Inquiry
Women’s Safety Guide
The NCCABC stands in solidarity with Indigenous communities across Canada in recognizing the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day....
Former MLA Melanie Mark stopped by the 222 Main Street Courthouse to visit Native Courtworkers...
Darryl Shackelly, CEO NCCABC, attended the A2JBC Leadership Group Meeting yesterday at UBC Robson Square...
The Native Courtworker and Counselling Association of BC is celebrating its 50th Anniversary...
It is with sadness that we share the news of the passing of Ken Peters...
The Honourable Leonard Marchand Appointed to Chief Justice of the Court of Appeals for BC...
NCCABC is deeply saddened by the passing of the revered and highly respected First Nations leader Mel Bevan (Sm’ooygeet Satsan).
NCCABC’s Indigenous Ways on Ending Gender-Based Violence was held at The Sheraton Wall Centre on Sept 6th & 7th, 2023...
Today’s celebration was a very impactful event for the Cowichan Tribes, Duncan First Nations Court and the Native Courtworkers and Counselling Association of BC....
Complete list of resources with contact information of indigenous services available in BC.