Family Resources
Below are resources and information for families including online education resources, parent resources, activities for kids, and more.
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Developmental Disability Association
The Developmental Disability Association offers community-based programs for individuals and families across the life cycle so that each person has the opportunity to reach their full potential. They offer programs for infant development, children and youth, adult...
Family Support Institute of BC
The Family Support Institute of BC is a provincial non-profit charitable society that assists families that have a family member with a disability. The support is provided by a large volunteer network of over 260 Resource Parents (RPs) and Resource Family Members...
Affordable Child Care Benefit
The Affordable Child Care Benefit is a monthly payment to help eligible families with the cost of child care. Factors such as family income, family size, and type of care determine how much support families get. More information:...
Young Parent Program
Parents under the age of 25 and are finishing school may qualify for the Young Parent Program. Parents who qualify can receive up to $1500 per month to help cover the cost of child care. Children can also receive a space in a child care program at or near the school...
Open Culture free online homeschooling resources
Open Culture has created a list of over 200 educational resources on a variety of topics. Resources are appropriate for grades K-12 and cover subjects such as math, history, and music. There are even educational apps and parent resources. Link to...
Free Audiobooks
Open Culture maintains a list of 1,000 free (and legal) audiobook downloads. There are options catering to all ages and interests so there's something for everyone. Link to list: http://www.openculture.com/freeaudiobooks
Learning Resources for children 18 months and up
Learning Resources offers free online educational activities, games, and worksheets for children aged 18 months and up (oldest age category is 8+). The resources can be used on their own or as an addition to school work. Link to...
Tips for Online Safety
The Government of BC has created a web page dedicated to informing youth, parents, and teachers about online safety. Topics and resources covered on this page include cyberbullying, technology addiction, supporting healthy habits, managing our digital footprint, and...
Carnegie Hall’s Musical Explorers online music curriculum
Musical Explorers is a music-based curriculum produced by Carnegie Hall and features music exploration activities from all over the world. The activities include artist talks, interactive activities, and songs, and there's something for children of all ages. Link to...