The Canada Post Community Foundation is making a special delivery to the Parent Support Services Society of BC (PSS).
The Burnaby-based non-profit was formally awarded a $20,000 grant on Wednesday, Oct. 18 — one of 84 across the country set to help local community projects forward.
According to PSS, the money will be earmarked for supporting parents and caregivers in Indigenous communities in B.C.
"We are grateful to be a recipient of a 2023 Canada Post Community Foundation $20,000 grant," the PSS said on social media following the announcement.
"Thank you Canada Post Community Foundation for supporting our mission!"
PSS, located at 204-5623 Imperial St., said resources from its project are set to focus on peer-to-peer parenting support for First Nations.
A cheque was presented to PSS by Canada Post representatives, as well as Burnaby Mayor Mike Hurley and Coun. Richard Lee.
"Congratulations to all the [PSS] staff and volunteers who work tirelessly to make a positive change in the lives of children and families in Burnaby and beyond," a statement read from the Burnaby Mayor's Office.
"Canada Post is proud to help organizations and projects that make a difference in the lives of Canadian children and youth,” added Doug Ettinger, president and chief executive officer of Canada Post.
"Through the generosity of our customers, the Canada Post Community Foundation is able to fund important programs in communities across the country every year."
The maximum amount eligible organizations could apply for was $25,000 with the latest round of Canada Post Community Foundation grants.
- with files from Theresa McManus, New West Record
