Youth
Find information for youth and teens in Burnaby and the surrounding areas.
We're working closely with service providers to keep these guides updated, however information provided here may quickly change. Contact us if your organization is listed here and needs information updated, or if your organization would like to be included in our guides.
Visit the City of Burnaby for information on City services, programs and facilities.
Alcohol and Drug Information and Referral Service
Phone: 604-660-9382 or 1-800-663-1441 (Toll-free)
Available to anyone needing help with any kind of substance use issues. Free, multilingual telephone assistance is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Last updated: January 16, 2023
Crisis Line Association of BC
Crisis Line: 604-951-8855 or 1-877-820-7444
The Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of BC (Crisis Centre) is a non-profit, volunteer organization committed to helping people help themselves and others deal with crisis.
Also provides emotional support, information and resources specific to mental health. Resources are also provided on the website.
Support by phone (24/7) and online youth chat (12pm to 1am)
Last updated: January 16, 2023
Kids Help Phone
Phone: Toll-free: 1-800-688-6868
Get support from crisis responders and counsellors 24/7. Call 1-800-668-6868, young people text TALK to 686868, and adults text WELLNESS to 741741.
Services now available in Arabic, Mandarin, Dari, Pashto, Russian and Ukrainian.
Last updated: January 16, 2023
KUU-US Crisis Line Society
Phone: 250-723-2040 (Child/Youth) or 1-800-588-8717 (toll-free)
A First Nations and Indigenous specific crisis line available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, toll-free from anywhere in British Columbia.
Last updated: January 16, 2023
Toll Free: 1-833-456-4566
Text: 45645
If you are in a moment of crisis, struggling to understand or cope with suicidal thoughts, or worried about someone else, when you reach out, a trained responder will listen without judgement, provide support and understanding, and can tell you about resources that will help. Available 24/7 for calls and 4pm to 12am ET for text.
Last updated: January 16, 2023
Trans Lifeline
Phone: 1-877-330-6366 (toll-free)
Trans Lifeline is a trans-led organization that connects trans people to the community, support, and resources they need to survive and thrive.
Last updated: January 16, 2023
Youth in BC Crisis Line and Chat
Phone: 604-872-3311
YouthInBC.com is first and foremost an on-line crisis chat service, where you (25 and under) can chat 1-on-1 with a trained volunteer from the Crisis Centre. The chat is available 12pm-1am, the phone number available is 24/7.
Last updated: January 16, 2023
We Matter
We Matter is an Indigenous youth-led and nationally registered multi-media organization dedicated to helping Indigenous youth get through hard times.
Last updated: January 16, 2023
Aunt Leah's Place
816 - 20th Street, New Westminster
Phone: 604-525-1204
Email: auntleahs@auntleahs.org
Aunt Leah’s Place is an organization that helps foster kids and young mothers achieve a better future. Emergency food and meal pick up is available for youth in and from foster care.
Last updated: January 16, 2023
Burnaby Youth Clinic
4734 Imperial St., Burnaby
Phone: 604-293-1764
Provides free confidential information and education regarding sexuality and health to youth 21 and under.
Phone first and a doctor will see youth in person if needed Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 1pm to 5pm.
Last updated: January 16, 2023
Foundry Virtual Services
Toll-free: 1-833-308-6379
Email: online@foundrybc.ca
Foundry offers young people ages 12-24 health and wellness resources, services and supports including virtual drop-in counselling sessions, peer support check-ins and group offerings to young people ages 12-24.
Last updated: January 16, 2023
Ministry of Child and Family Development (MCFD)
Child and Youth Mental Health
Metrotown
201-7645 Kingsway, Burnaby
Phone: 604-660-9544
Brentwood
701-1901 Rosser Avenue, Burnaby
Phone: 778-572-2370
MCFD offers services that support the well-being of children, youth, and families.
Last updated: February 7, 2023
MOSAIC - Youth Programs
Number: 604-254-9626
Email: info@mosaicbc.org
Mosaic offers many programs and services to help newcomer youth transition to life in Canada. Due to COVID-19, programs are limited, so check their events calendar for more information on programs currently available.
Last updated: January 16, 2023
Odyssey (Burnaby Great Community)
518 Howard Ave., Burnaby
Phone: 604-299-6377
Email: info@bgcbc.ca
A program for youth that are struggling with substance use. Youth ages 12 to 24 and their families can access counselling services.
Currently operating and providing counselling services primarily through social media, phone, email, text or FaceTime.
Last updated: January 16, 202
Telus Mobility for Good program
Email: mobilityforgood@telus.com
Youth aging out of foster care can apply for Telus’s two year Mobility for Good program. Youth receive a refurbished smartphone with unlimited, Canada-wide talk and text and 3 GB of data per month, all at no cost. Youth in BC are eligible if they were in permanent or temporary care of Ministry of Children and Family Development/Delegated Aboriginal Agency or on a youth agreement as of their 19th birthday OR are eligible for the Agreement with Young Adults Program.
Last updated: January 16, 2023
Odyssey (Burnaby Great Community)
518 Howard Ave., Burnaby
Phone: 604-299-6377
A program for youth that are struggling with substance use. Youth ages 12 to 24 and their families can access counselling services.
Currently operating and providing counselling services primarily through social media, phone, email, text or FaceTime.
Last updated: January 17, 2023
Purpose Society
38 Begbie Street, New Westminster
Phone: 604-526-2522
Email: mail@purposesociety.org
Food hampers are available for families. Contact Purpose Society to register. Bagged groceries are available on Fridays at 12pm from the side door on Alexander Street.
Youth Source program provides harm reduction supplies, personal hygiene items and clothing (as donate supplies last), information and referral on housing and employment.
Health Van provides harm reduction supplies, sharps containers, and sometimes food supplies, fentanyl drug checking. Operates Tuesday 3-6pm, Thursday 4-7pm
Last updated: January 17, 2023
Alphabet Soup
2720 Beaverbrook Crescent
Phone: 604-294-7607
Email: Soup.burnaby@gmail.com
A place for LGBTQIA2S+ youth ages 13-18 who are looking for a space to be themselves and hang out with other youth. Activities include cooking, creating art, watching movies, and more. All genders and orientations welcome. Activities may vary temporarily due to COVID-19. Registration required. Operates at Creekside Youth Centre Tuesdays 3:00pm - 5:30pm.
Last updated: March 2, 2023
The I Belong Program (MOSAIC)
Phone: 604-762-1566
Email: ibelong@mosaicbc.org
A support program for LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer/Questioning) newcomer immigrants and refugees.
Last updated: January 17, 2023
Qmunity
Email: youth@qmunity.ca
Qmunity is an organization that responds to BC's queer, trans, and Two-Spirit communities' needs and helps them thrive. Located in Vancouver, but serving youth in the greater lower mainland.
Last updated: January 17, 2023
Burnaby Neighbourhood House
North House
4908 Hastings Street, Burnaby
Phone: 604-294-5444
Email: northinfo@burnabynh.ca
South House
4460 Beresford Street, Burnaby
Phone: 604-431-0400
Email: info@burnabynh.ca
Offers regular volunteer programs for youth.
Last updated: January 17, 2023
Douglas College Burnaby Training Centre
202 - 4250 Kingsway, Burnaby
Phone: 604-438-3045 and leave a message
Email: cave@douglascollege.ca or seedyouth@douglascollege.ca
CAVE Youth Employment Program (ages 17 to 29), SEED Youth Employment Program (ages 16 to 30) and Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants (Health, Education & Social Services). Services are provided online, video conference, email and phone.
Last updated: January 17, 2023
S.U.C.C.E.S.S
#604 - 5050 Kingsway, Burnaby
Phone: 604-438-7222
Email: chancetochoose@success.bc.ca
A multicultural, multi-service agency that assists people with newcomer settlement, employment, community development, language training, family and youth counselling, youth employment, affordable housing and seniors care in all stages of their Canadian journey.
Last updated: January 17, 2023
STEM for Fem
Email: stemforfem@gmail.com
STEM for FEM is a Burnaby based youth-led non-profit organization geared towards providing free science education to girls and other underrepresented gender identities in elementary and middle school. Sessions are all completely free of charge and are recurring for youth at different levels (e.g. intro, novice, intermediate). Workshops include a variety of hands-on activities and guest speaker presentations, as well as collaborative discovery and online learning.
Last updated: January 17, 2023
Volunteer Burnaby
#203-2101 Holdom Avenue, Burnaby
Phone: 604-294-5533
Email: info@volunteerburnaby.ca
To find volunteer opportunities visit the go volunteer website and use the advanced search to select positions that are suitable for you. Volunteer Burnaby also has a specific area for youth: http://volunteerburnaby.ca/individual/volunteering-youth/ . Youth who are interested in learning how volunteering can contribute to your Career and Personal Planning (CAPP) contact the CAPP Coordinator in your school.
Last updated: January 17, 2023
Burnaby Youth Hub
4750 Imperial Street, Burnaby
Phone: 604-551-4999
Email: youthhub@burnabyyouthhub.org
The Burnaby Youth Hub is a safe, inclusive space where youth can access a variety of resources, programs, and services for their personal health, development, and well-being. Offers drop-in support services to at-risk youth.
Last updated: September 15, 2023
Creekside Youth Centre
2720 Beaverbrook Crescent, Burnaby
Office Phone: 604-294-7607
Cell Phone: 604-202-4534
City of Burnaby drop-in recreation centers for youth aged 10 to 18 years of age are now open. Registration is required for each activity or program. Computer access is also available. Teens can look for resources, connect with staff and share thoughts.
Last updated: January 17, 2023
Edmonds Community Youth Centre
7433 Edmonds Avenue, Burnaby
Phone: 604-297-4838
City of Burnaby drop-in recreation centers for youth aged 10 to 18 years of age are now open. Registration is required for each activity or program. Computer access is also available. Teens can look for resources, connect with staff and share thoughts.
Last updated: January 17, 2023
South Central Youth Centre
6749 Nelson Avenue, Burnaby
Phone: 604-297-4497
Cell Phone: 604-612-3293
City of Burnaby drop-in recreation centers for youth aged 10 to 18 years of age are now open. Registration is required for each activity or program. Computer access is also available. Teens can look for resources, connect with staff and share thoughts.
Last updated: January 17, 2023
Summit Youth Centre
200 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby
Phone: 604-268-1369
City of Burnaby drop-in recreation centers for youth aged 10 to 18 years of age are now open. Registration is required for each activity or program. Computer access is also available. Teens can look for resources, connect with staff and share thoughts.