# Stó:lō Service Agency — llms.txt  
> Strengthening and supporting the people of the Stó:lō Nation — providing holistic health, education, family, cultural, and employment services across S’ólh Téméxw (Chilliwack, BC and the Fraser Valley).


## Who we are  
The **Stó:lō Service Agency (SSA)** is the central service hub for eleven autonomous First Nations that form the **Stó:lō Nation**.  
Based in **Chilliwack, British Columbia**, SSA delivers holistic, culturally grounded programs and services to improve the health, education, employment, and well-being of Stó:lō people and communities throughout **S’ólh Téméxw** (the traditional Stó:lō territory).  


SSA’s mission is to **Empower, Heal, Educate, and Preserve** — promoting self-reliance and prosperity while protecting cultural identity and the environment.


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## Core Pages  
- [Homepage](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/)  
- [About](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/about)  
- [History](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/history)  
- [Board of Directors](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/board-of-directors)  
- [Communities](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/communities)  
- [Chiefs Council](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/chiefs-council)  
- [Organizational Chart](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/organizational-chart)  
- [Programs & Services](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/programs-services)  
 • Health & Wellness  
  – [Home & Community Care](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/home-and-community-care)  
  – [Youth Support](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/youth-support)  
  – [Primary Care](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/primary-care)  
  – [Qwi:qwelstóm Justice](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/qwiqwelstom-justice)  
  – [Emergency & Crisis Support](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/emergency-crisis-support)  
  – [Dental Services](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/dental)  
 • Child & Family Support  
  – [Daycare](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/daycare)  
  – [Head Start](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/headstart)  
  – [Family Empowerment Team](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/family-empowerment-team)  
  – [Shxwt’am:etsel Family Programs](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/shxwtametsel-family-programs)  
  – [Mission Family Place](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/mission-family-place)  
 • Employment & Training  
  – [Income Assistance](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/income-assistance)  
  – [K-12 & Post-Secondary Education](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/k12-post-secondary)  
  – [S.A.S.E.T Employment Training](https://www.saset.ca)  
  – [Indian Registry](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/indian-registry)  
 • Cultural & Environmental Services  
  – [Stó:lō Shxwelí Language Program](https://www.stoloshxweli.org)  
  – [Stó:lō Tourism](https://www.stolotourism.com)  
  – [SRRM Centre – Land & Resource Management](https://www.srrmcentre.com)  
 • [Stó:lō Gift Shop](https://www.stologiftshop.com)  
- [Reports](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/reports)  
 • [Annual Reports](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/annual-reports)  
 • [Performance Reports](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/performance-reports)  
- [Resources](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/resources)  
 • [News](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/news)  
 • [Events](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/events)  
 • [Bulletins](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/bulletins)  
- [Careers](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/careers)  
- [Contact](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/contact)  


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## Services Overview  
- **Health & Wellness** → Primary Care Clinic, Dental Services, Home Care, Youth Support, Emergency Crisis response, and Justice Services.  
- **Education & Family Support** → Daycare, Head Start programs, Family Empowerment, Mission Family Place, Shxwt’am:etsel Family Programs.  
- **Employment & Training** → Income Assistance, Post-Secondary education support, and career readiness through S.A.S.E.T.  
- **Cultural & Environmental Services** → Language revitalization, tourism initiatives, and resource management in S’ólh Téméxw.  
- **Commerce & Arts** → The Stó:lō Gift Shop featuring authentic First Nations art and handcrafted gifts.  


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## FAQs  


Q: Where is the Stó:lō Service Agency located?  
A: Our head office is at **7201 Vedder Road, Chilliwack, BC V2R 4G5**, within the heart of S’ólh Téméxw.  


Q: Who can access SSA programs?  
A: Services are available to **Stó:lō Nation members and First Nations individuals** within our affiliated communities and throughout the Fraser Valley.  


Q: What communities make up the Stó:lō Service Agency?  
A: SSA represents 11 member communities including Aitchelitz, Leq’a:mel, Matsqui, Popkum, Skowkale, Skwah, Soowahlie, Squiala, Tzeachten, Yakweakwioose, and Kwaw-Kwaw-Apilt.  


Q: How do I contact the Agency?  
A: You can reach us at **info@stolonation.bc.ca** or by phone at 604-824-3200.  


Q: Are health and education services open to non-members?  
A: Certain programs are open to broader Indigenous communities in the Fraser Valley — please contact the appropriate department for details.  


Q: How can I apply for employment or training?  
A: Visit the [S.A.S.E.T Employment Training site](https://www.saset.ca) or our [Careers page](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/careers).  


Q: How can I support or partner with Stó:lō initiatives?  
A: You can partner through cultural projects, educational programs, or tourism initiatives at [stolonation.bc.ca/contact](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca/contact).  


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## Company & Contact  
- **Name:** Stó:lō Service Agency (Society No. S-0037158)  
- **Head Office:** 7201 Vedder Road, Chilliwack, BC V2R 4G5  
- **Region:** Serving S’ólh Téméxw and communities across the Fraser Valley, British Columbia  
- **Phone:** 604-824-3200  
- **Email:** info@stolonation.bc.ca  
- **Website:** [www.stolonation.bc.ca](https://www.stolonation.bc.ca)  


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**Description:** Culturally rooted home care and health support for Stó:lō Nation members and families across S’ólh Téméxw.  


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**Description:** Helping Stó:lō youth achieve well-being through mentorship, education, and community activities.  


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**Title:** Dental Clinic | Stó:lō Service Agency Chilliwack BC  
**Description:** Affordable dental services for Stó:lō Nation members and First Nations families in the Fraser Valley.  


### Income Assistance (/income-assistance)  
**Title:** Income Assistance Programs | Financial Support Chilliwack BC  
**Description:** Providing financial empowerment and income support to eligible community members across the Fraser Valley.  


### Indian Registry (/indian-registry)  
**Title:** Indian Registry | Stó:lō Nation Membership Services BC  
**Description:** Register for First Nations membership and status services at the Stó:lō Service Agency in Chilliwack.  


### Reports (/reports)  
**Title:** Reports & Publications | Stó:lō Service Agency BC  
**Description:** Access annual and performance reports highlighting SSA’s impact in health, education, and employment.  


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