Who Are We...
The Canadian YSAC Group is a Network of 9 First Nation Youth Residential Treatment Centres spread throughout various regions of Canada. The centres were established between 1995 and 2005. We also have representation from one American Solvent Centre (Alaska). The strength of this group lies in its ability to come together around a shared vision, while still encouraging each centre to function within its individual treatment philosophy. The group meets quarterly in various regions of Canada to define strategic initiative, collaborate on research and prevention efforts, and define mechanisms for solvent abuse treatment Best Practice.
Vision
Delivering pro
active, social, cultural and evidenced based
programs that empower Indigenous, families and
communities to improve their quality of life.
Mission
To work in partnership with member centres
and external agencies to set the direction for provision of quality
youth treatment service delivery at a national level, while
respecting the autonomy of individual centres.
Mandate
· To strengthen our Indigenous Recovery Network of substance abuse Treatment Centres for youth, their families and communities;
· To provide services based on indigenous principles and values;
· To utilize and respect the natural value of culturally based programming;
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To develop
and share Best Practice initiatives with members and
partner organizations, nationally and Internationally
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To ensure a
national perspective is considered in conjunction with attention
to and respect for regional and centre based priorities and
projects.