Aboriginal Supported Child Development (ASCD)

Enables Aboriginal children up to age 12 who require extra supports to be included in child care settings and communities. Designed to ensure cultural safety and cultural sensitivity for Indigenous children and families. Supports children in the areas of physical, cognitive, communicative, social/emotional, and behavioural development. Services include assistance finding child care, individual planning, extra staffing support for childcare programs, training for families and childcare providers, and referral to other community resources. Open referral. Serves Burnaby, New Westminster, and Tri-Cities. Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. Funded by Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD).