Trauma-informed counselling and wrap-around programs for at-risk youth
What a fantastic evening we had Dec 17 at the New Westminster Legion Branch #2 catering a Christmas dinner for the seniors and our youth clients. The party was the idea of our ED Barb Coates and the Legion’s Operations Manager Michelle Lapre, who figured the two groups would enjoy meeting each other. Many seniors … Read more
We are thrilled to announce that our Director, Chef Andrew George, has been inducted into the BC Restaurant Hall of Fame! Chef George is a Hereditary Chief of the Wet’suwet’en Bear Clan and is also BC’s first Indigenous Red Seal Chef. The BC Restaurant Hall of Fame is an initiative of the British Columbia Restaurant … Read more
It’s been an exciting few weeks at Dan’s Diner! After being featured on APTN’s Chuck and the First People’s Kitchen, and having GlobalBC’s Jay Durant cover our diner on Global News, we’ve seen a fantastic increase in foot traffic as more people discover our unique diner and the transformative cause behind it. On top of … Read more
As we observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30th, we at Dan’s Legacy reflect on our commitment to supporting Indigenous youth and fostering healing within the community. This day serves as a time to honour the survivors of the residential school system, and those who never returned home, and acknowledge the … Read more
On August 21st we took some time out of our busy schedules to reflect and relax with our colleagues at the beautifully scenic Lafarge Lake in Coquitlam. It was a day filled with fun activities, good food (even a delicious chocolate cake to celebrate a birthday within the team). and getting to know one another … Read more
On August 8th, we organized a bike trip along the seawall in Stanley Park for our clients, followed by a relaxing stop at Third Beach for lunch and games. Seven staff members from various departments we on hand to provide support to the youth. Our own Dan’s Diner provided us with a selection of delicious … Read more
Today is International Self-care Day which encourages everyone to look after their own health, both mental and physical. At Dan’s Legacy, we not only help our youth clients develop positive habits to maintain their health, but we strongly encourage our staff to do so as well. Supporting youth as they deal with their trauma and … Read more
Dan’s Legacy held its AGM on June 26, 2024, and all Directors were acclaimed for another year. We are pleased to welcome our returning Directors: Kelso Kennedy – President Kristy Hayter – Vice-President Jackie Marchand – Treasurer (vacant) – Secretary Wayne Cousins – Director Andrew George – Director Ryan Jamieson – Director Stephanie Smith – … Read more
This National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21) we are honoured to respectfully and gratefully acknowledge that our work takes place on the unceded and traditional territory of the Coast Salish peoples, who have been stewards of this land for thousands of years. Approximately 40% of the clients we serve at Dan’s Legacy are Indigenous, and … Read more
Today is the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. Dan’s Legacy proudly stands in support of the LGBTQ2S+ community and we reaffirm our commitment to this year’s theme by ensuring that no one is left behind. Roughly 20% of the youth that seek the support we offer via our trauma-informed counselling and wrap around … Read more