Family Resources
Below are resources and information for families including online education resources, parent resources, activities for kids, and more.
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2-SPIRIT, TRANS AND NON-BINARY FAMILY SWIM
A private swimming event open to anyone of any age in the community who identifies as 2-spirit, trans, and/or non-binary as well as their friends and family. These events happen once a month. To register you can check out their website linked below. Don't forget to...
Shark Species in the Salish Sea
This free youth-oriented Zoom event takes place at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 23, 2022. The organizers will discuss the various species of sharks that live in the Salish Sea, as well as threats they are currently facing and how we can help. Pre-registration on...
Parenting After Separation Course
The government of B.C. has developed free courses in order to help parents cope with divorce and separation. The purpose of this course is to provide information to parents, guardians and other family members who are dealing with family issues as a result of a...
HealthLink B.C.’s Pregnancy and Parenting Advice
HealthLink B.C. has created a resource that offers advice based on age and developmental stage. The advice begins with a section regarding pregnancy and planning, and ends with a section about parenting young adults. This is a free resource. Website:...
B.C. Parenting and Caregiver Support Line
The Support Line is a free resource offered by the Family Resource Programs of B.C. This line is staffed by two part-time advocates trained in advocacy, social work, family law, and government services related to kinship caregiving. Contact: (for parents) 604-669-1616...
Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative
The Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative enhances child care affordability by offering funding to eligible, licensed child care providers to reduce and stabilize parents’ monthly child care fees. Parents who are looking for reduced fee childcare are able to go to the...
Map of B.C. Public Libraries
The government of B.C. has released a resource to aid in the search of a public library. Libraries host a variety of free or low-cost events and are a great way to get involved in the community. Website:...
13 Tips for Parents with Picky Eaters
The online magazine, Parents, has released a resource to aid parents who have children that are picky eaters. The strategies are easy to incorporate. Website: https://www.parents.com/recipes/nutrition/picky-eater-strategies/
Community Resource Guide for Parents of Persons with Disabilities
The Cridge Centre for Family has created an online resource guide for parents and caregivers of youth with disabilities who will be transitioning into adulthood. This guide provides lists of resources for a variety of topics, including housing, adult day programs,...