United Way of Northern British Columbia is dedicated to improving the quality of life by advancing the common good. when we reach out a hand to one we influence the condition of all. We all benefit when a child succeeds, when families are financially stable, seniors are involved in community activities, and when people are healthy and safe.It takes everyone working together to create a brighter future and United Way provides the means for all of us to come together, United, to take action for positive social change.
PNGI started back in 1992 after two people working in different areas of social services decided to join forces and address the needs they saw in their region.
The most important thing we can do is spend time on building a relationship with our children.' ~ Doug Werry (Co-founder 1988) Our commitment to serving families is the most important work in our organization. We are committed to providing a working environment and culture that places the needs of families above the needs of the organization. We offer many different programs to assist families in the Okanagan.Parent Support ProgramsOffering programs to help parents build healthy lifelong relationships with their children. The interactive parenting and life skills sessions help parents build skills, challenge old habits and develop new ways of coping.Single Parent SupportProviding single parents with the opportunity to learn new skills for nurturing and healthy communication ~ the foundation of attachment. We all need to develop skills of understanding, encouragement, warmth and respect.