Welcome to the Family and Child Services Department
Our services are based out of Port Alberni, and we
have a dedicated Family Care Worker who serves
as a liaison between our Nation and Usma.
Usma is a term that means “our treasured ones” in
the Mowachaht/Muchalaht language. It represents
the idea that we all come from our mothers and
are all responsible for caring for one another.
Family Programs
At MMFN, We believe in working together
for the betterment of our people.
- Youth activities
- Drum-making and cultural activities
- Elders’ luncheon and meetings
- Youth trips
- Elders trips
Workshops
- Youth Workshops
- Elders Activities
- Pink Shirt Day
- Orange Shirt Day
- Yuquot Campout (held every summer and
supports many community activities)
THE COMMUNITY GARDEN
The community garden is supported by grants and
organized by our Traditional Wellness Worker, Kristi
Walker, along with youth entrepreneurs who are
learning all about gardening from her.
Each year, the garden grows many vegetables
planted, watered, and harvested by the crew and
volunteers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Why do our children have to move away from
home when they are removed from their
families?
A: Children are placed in approved foster homes outside of the community because there are none available in the community.
Contact
Health and Social Services Manager: hss.mgr@yuquot.ca
Youth Coordinator: youth.coordinator@yuquot.ca
Patient Travel Services Coordinator: patienttravel@yuquot.ca