United Way BC – North
Serving 32 communities and dozens of First Nations from Quesnel up to the Yukon border, and from Haida Gwaii across to the Alberta border.
Local Impact
Learn more about the impact we’re making in the region.
Growing our impact
Just over one year into amalgamation, we’ve brought various United Way British Columbia programs to the North. With the additions of School’s Out in Prince George and Houston, as well as Future Leaders in Fort St. John and Fort Nelson, launching a Regional Food Hub, and expanding the iVolunteer program into our region.
Investing in our communities
We supported our neighbours during a time of crisis, with wildfires beginning as early as May in 2024, we invested Urgent Response funding to local communities affected by devastating fires. We supported and continue to support many displaced individuals from the affected communities.
Expanding access to essential services
By facilitating the Emergency Transit Assistance Program (ETAP) in the City of Prince George and the City of Quesnel, transit tickets were given out to our people in need to help provide access to transportation for food, medical and counselling appointments, employment supports, children or senior services, and justice.
Working together for our community’s health
We continue to collaborate as members of the Prince George Community Action Team (PGCAT) which includes representatives from government, first nations, health authorities, non-profit organizations, and concerned citizens. This informed group works together for the betterment of our community.
Listening to our community
We focused on our non-profit sector strengthening work by conducting workshops and undertaking research to better understand local community needs that will guide our ongoing work.
Additional Impact Resources
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United Way Northern BC Annual Report: 2022-2023
Programs
Learn more about our work in the region.
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Emergency Transit Assistance Program
Providing people in need with access to free bus transportation through the provision of transit vouchers.
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Healthy Aging
Programs designed to help aging British Columbians remain active, connected, and engaged in their existing communities.
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Food Security
Supporting British Columbians’ health and wellness through food security.
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School’s Out
Providing healthy, safe, educational out-of-school activities for kids in Grades 1-7.
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Future Leaders
Empowering young people for the jobs of tomorrow by providing practical work experience and the skills necessary for future employment.
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Period Promise
Lack of access to menstrual products is a widespread issue. You can help.
Impact Stories
Local love in your community.
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Mature students thriving thanks to Youth Futures
More former youth in care attending post-secondary education thanks to Youth Futures Education Fund.
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2nd annual Regional Community Food Hubs Report released
Explore how we’re working with British Columbians to improve health and well-being across our province through United Way BC Regional Community Food Hubs.
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Better at Home Supports Many
Across the province, Better at Home serves many unique individuals for a variety of reasons. We see this in Prince George with personal stories from Elizabeth, Beverley, and Marlene.
Events
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Northern BC
Tree of Lights
November 27, 2024 – January 3, 2025 Coast Prince George Hotel by APA, Prince George, BCUnited Way BC’s Tree of Lights is back for it’s 6th year! As a cherished community tradition, the Tree of Lights will light up as we receive donations toward our goal. Join us as we give back to our community this holiday season, let’s be United for hope!
Contact Us
Contact the Northern BC team.
Tel: 250-561-1040
Email: info-nbc@uwbc.ca
Address: 1675 15th Ave, Prince George, BC V2L 3X2