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Child & Family Services
Guardianship Services
Team Leader: Kelly Anne Samuel
Phone: 604-985-4111
Cell: 604-671-5181
Email: KellyAnne_Samuel@squamish.net
Our primary focus is on the well-being of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh children and youth who have entered care. We collaborate closely with families to ensure that children maintain their connections to their family, culture, and community. This approach promotes healthy relationships and a deeper understanding of our culture.
The vision of Guardianship Services is to further decrease the number of children in care by dedicating ourselves to creating individualized lifelong plans for each child, with a strong emphasis on reunification with family, extended family, and the community.
Nation Updates
Squamish Nation Statement on defeat of the Final Settlement Agreement
The Squamish Nation is celebrating the defeat of the draft Final Settlement Agreement on the Reform of the First Nations Child and Family Services Program.
Our Generational Plan is being unveiled
On Saturday, Nov. 2 a special event is planned for the unveiling of Úxwumixw 2050. The event is an opportunity to share and celebrate Úxwumixw 2050: Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Generational Plan.