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UNYA - Young Bears Lodge

Offered by Urban Native Youth Association

Website checked March 2026

In short

Young Bears Lodge is a culturally-based, holistic healing lodge for Indigenous youth of all genders, ages 13-18 looking to make changes to their relationship with drugs or alcohol.

Who it is for
Youth, Indigenous people; Youth, Indigenous, Youth (13-24)
What it helps with
Help right now, A safe place to sleep tonight, A home I can afford, Help with drinking or drugs, Safety from harm, Learning and school, Skills for work, Help with my mental health, My culture and roots, Faith and spiritual practice, A fresh start
Where
1618 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5L 1S6
Last verified
, by the organization
About this service

Young Bears Lodge is a culturally-based, holistic healing lodge for Indigenous youth of all genders, ages 13-18 looking to make changes to their relationship with drugs or alcohol.

You may choose to stay in the program for between one and four months, depending on your needs and goals.

We recognize that everyone is unique, and that you come to Young Bears Lodge with your own strengths, knowledge, skills, preferences, goals, and barriers. We also know that you are the expert in your own life, and are knowledgeable, responsible, and capable of making good choices. Because of this, we provide you with support and resources that are individualized, with programming and services that are designed to adapt and support different needs. Our focus is on identifying and building on your strengths, skills, and knowledge, to support you in making your desired changes to your relationship with substances.

Who can use it?

Indigenous youth of all genders, ages 13 to 18

How do I get in touch?

Call (604) 322-7577, email ybl.intake@unya.bc.ca, or use the website.

Phone
(604) 322-7577
Email
ybl.intake@unya.bc.ca
Website
https://unya.bc.ca/programs/young-bears-lodge/

Listed in Vancouver, British Columbia.

1618 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5L 1S6

1618 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5L 1S6Vancouver, British Columbia

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