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Providing Programs and Services to the Families of Greater Victoria Since 1978 250-386-4331 Toll Free 1-877-386-4333 |
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1004 North Park Street
Victoria, BC V8T 1C6 (as of September 2017) almost at the corner of North Park and Vancouver (In the Victoria Social Innovation Centre*) Fax: 250-386-4301 |
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Family Services of Greater Victoria (FSGV) is British Columbia’s premier agency for all family members facing change and challenges in their relationships. FSGV’s professional staff combine current knowledge with training to provide a wide range of caring, timely, and effective services.
Fees do apply to some of our programs/services
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Reception Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm Closed STAT Holidays We will be Closed Monday, May 22, 2023 - Victoria Day Monday, July 03, 2023 - Canada Day Monday, August 07, 2023 - BC Day |
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We accept: cash, cheque, |
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Notice of Special Meeting
Thursday, June 29, 2023 @ 5:30pm in person
You are invited to attend at the Family Services of Greater Victoria
Special Meeting on June 29, 2023, to vote on the motion by co-chairs Jim Wallace and Crystal Buchan nominating the following as new members to bring our board membership up to seven:
Kendra Marks
Jessica Narsing
Family Services of Great Victoria
1004 North Park Street Victoria, BC V8T 1C6
Thursday, June 29, 2023 @ 5:30pm in person
You are invited to attend at the Family Services of Greater Victoria
Special Meeting on June 29, 2023, to vote on the motion by co-chairs Jim Wallace and Crystal Buchan nominating the following as new members to bring our board membership up to seven:
Kendra Marks
Jessica Narsing
Family Services of Great Victoria
1004 North Park Street Victoria, BC V8T 1C6
*LIMITED Parking Available*
NO Parking along the Fence (That is Reserved Parking Only)
NO Parking along the Fence (That is Reserved Parking Only)
Mask Policy Effective Immediately (March 28, 2023)
The Board has determined that it is no longer required of clients or staff to wear a mask in our premises.
Of course, staff and clients are supported in wearing a mask for their own personal reasons.
However, for the health of everyone, we do ask that you not attend our premises when you or your child is sick or when feeling that you or they may be coming down with something.
There will be no charge for cancelling an appointment due to sickness
Of course, staff and clients are supported in wearing a mask for their own personal reasons.
However, for the health of everyone, we do ask that you not attend our premises when you or your child is sick or when feeling that you or they may be coming down with something.
There will be no charge for cancelling an appointment due to sickness
Thank you.
Board of Directors, Family Services of Greater Victoria
Board of Directors, Family Services of Greater Victoria
Use this Flow Chart to help navigate our Programs & Services
What is your Main Concern?
I am concerned about my Children
Ages 0 – 18+
- Parenting After Separation - Effective October 25th, this session can only be done online(not through this website)
Note this course is Mandatory for those filing an application in court about parenting arrangements, contact or support – this can include Step-Parents, Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, etc.
- Individual Counselling including Play and Art Therapy
We find that children under the age of 4 do not respond to any kind of counselling/therapy - therefore we do not provide service to children under the age of 4
- Caught in the Middle - Group Program
- If a child participates – one of the parents must participate as well (children and parents are in different groups)
- Parents can attend without a child
- Parents of the same child CANNOT attend the same group
I am concerned about my legal rights/responsibilities (or wondering about the process of separation or divorce)?
- Separation Resource Services
We can help if:
-you have a lawyer or not
-separate/divorced or not yet - This Service is also beneficial to Grandparents, Step-Parents, etc.
I am having trouble with access to my Child(ren) or
I need a supervisor on visits with my Child(ren)
- Separation Resource Services
information about parenting contact - Parent-Child Connections
providing a supervisor for transfers of child(ren) and/or on Parenting Time with child(ren)
I am concerned about my Emotional Well being
- Adult Counselling
Masters Level Counsellors available for short or long-term support - Caught in the Middle - Group Program for Parents
Parents can attend without a child
We are separated and are having trouble reaching an agreement
- Mediation
- New Ways for Families®
Decision Skills Class for those who find themselves in a high-conflict situation
*Family Services of Greater Victoria is a partner (along with the Victoria Immigrant and Refuge Centre) of the Victoria Social Innovation Centre. The Victoria Social Innovation Centre is a 15,000 square feet building that exists to provide low cost, long-term (or short-term) stable space for local non-profit organizations. The building is fully accessible, and each organization has their own space, as well as access to shared board/group rooms.
