FRIENDS for Life
The FRIENDS program is a school-based early intervention and prevention program, proven to be effective in building resilience and reducing the risk of anxiety disorders in children. It teaches children how to cope with fears and worries and equips them with tools to help manage difficult situations, now and later in life. The FRIENDS program is sponsored by the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD), in cooperation with the Ministry of Education, school districts, independent schools and First Nations Schools Association.
Please become acquainted with the history and current delivery of FRIENDS in BC. If you are a teacher/educator in BC, visit our Teacher Training & Resource section for information on training events, workbook ordering information, and FRIENDS resources. If you are a parent and are interested in learning more about FRIENDS parent workshops, visit Parent Training.
To access further information on FRIENDS for Life, or to host a training event in your school or district, email mcf.cymhfriends@gov.bc.ca
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