Power of Play
Power of Play
Come join us for a fun-filled drop-in. A Family Navigator will be there for all your resource needs! Details: No registration required, drop-in program Wednesdays,…
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At Westcoast Family Centres, we offer engaging workshops and groups that provide resources for parents and families in the Lower Mainland. Our programs range from parent education to parent support groups to activity programs for children. Our evidence-based programs and workshops are focused on strengthening your connection with your child and family, and foster connections with other families in your community.
To register, click on the workshop that you are interested in attending. Review the program information and requirements, then click the “Register” button to the following page. Find the respective program and click “Sign up”. Fill out the form and click “Complete Appointment”.
Once your registration is completed, you will immediately receive a confirmation email and two reminder emails within 24 hours of the group starting. If the confirmation email does not show up in your inbox, please check your junk/spam folder and mark our emails as not junk.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at communications@westcoastfamily.org.
If the group you are interested in attending is full or you do not see it listed on our registration page, sign up for our waitlist to be contacted.
All groups and workshops are first come, first serve. If we reach out to you regarding an available spot, please ensure to respond to confirm your registration.
Our Child Care Resource Centre offers several workshops, webinars, and events for Early Childhood Educators each month. These vary in price and can be found on our sister website.
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Come join us for a fun-filled drop-in. A Family Navigator will be there for all your resource needs! Details: No registration required, drop-in program Wednesdays,…
ViewJoin us for a FREE online parenting group in Farsi. Parents of children ages 0-12 will learn important parenting principles, skills, and strategies. Topics Include:…
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ViewCome join us for a fun-filled drop-in. A Family Navigator will be there for all your resource needs! Details: No registration required, drop-in program Wednesdays,…
ViewJoin us for a FREE online parenting group in Farsi. Parents of children ages 0-12 will learn important parenting principles, skills, and strategies. Topics Include:…
ViewJoin us on Wednesdays for a Postpartum Support Group. We will provide a safe environment where woman who are experiencing postpartum depression can meet and…
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ViewJoin us for an outdoor playgroup! Play with tunnels, balls, hockey sticks, hula hoops & more. Details: No registration required, drop-in program Mondays, March 25–…
ViewCome explore the outdoors and learn about all that nature has to offer! Rain or Shine! Details: DROP-IN, no registration required. Mondays, April 15 to…
ViewJoin us in-person in Port Coquitlam every Monday evening! The Evening Family Resource Program includes play time, stories, songs, free resources, and a chance to…
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ViewCome join us for a fun-filled drop-in. A Family Navigator will be there for all your resource needs! Details: No registration required, drop-in program Wednesdays,…
ViewJoin us for a FREE online parenting group in Farsi. Parents of children ages 0-12 will learn important parenting principles, skills, and strategies. Topics Include:…
ViewJoin us on Wednesdays for a Postpartum Support Group. We will provide a safe environment where woman who are experiencing postpartum depression can meet and…
ViewJoin us for a support group in Farsi that fosters a nurturing and uplifting environment for participating mothers. We will explore a variety of topics…
ViewCome together with other parents to help understand parenting challenges while learning about child development, health, and safety. Details: Every Thursday, April 11 – May…
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ViewJoin us for nursery rhymes, singing, and dancing with your little ones (ages 0-6)! Every Monday, April 8 – June 3, 2024 from 10:30 AM…
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ViewCome join us for a fun-filled drop-in. A Family Navigator will be there for all your resource needs! Details: No registration required, drop-in program Wednesdays,…
ViewJoin us for a FREE online parenting group in Farsi. Parents of children ages 0-12 will learn important parenting principles, skills, and strategies. Topics Include:…
ViewJoin us on Wednesdays for a Postpartum Support Group. We will provide a safe environment where woman who are experiencing postpartum depression can meet and…
ViewJoin us for a support group in Farsi that fosters a nurturing and uplifting environment for participating mothers. We will explore a variety of topics…
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ViewJoin us for nursery rhymes, singing, and dancing with your little ones (ages 0-6)! Every Monday, April 8 – June 3, 2024 from 10:30 AM…
ViewThe Circle of Security program is designed to support families to help build confidence & parenting skills, learn how to identify their children’s needs &…
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ViewCome join us for a fun-filled drop-in. A Family Navigator will be there for all your resource needs! Details: No registration required, drop-in program Wednesdays,…
ViewJoin us for a FREE online parenting group in Farsi. Parents of children ages 0-12 will learn important parenting principles, skills, and strategies. Topics Include:…
ViewJoin us on Wednesdays for a Postpartum Support Group. We will provide a safe environment where woman who are experiencing postpartum depression can meet and…
ViewJoin us for a support group in Farsi that fosters a nurturing and uplifting environment for participating mothers. We will explore a variety of topics…
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ViewCash gifts allow us to go above and beyond for families, helping them to reach their full potential even faster.
Learn MoreWe can’t do this work alone! There are several opportunities to get involved with Westcoast and support families-in-need across the lower mainland.
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Westcoast Family Centres is privileged to offer person-centered services on the unceded territory of the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem) First Nation, q̓ic̓əy̓ (Katzie) First Nation, Kwantlen First Nation, and the Coast Salish People including the territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
Our agency stands in solidarity with all Indigenous Nations to repatriate their children back to their home communities and nations.
Westcoast Family Centres is privileged to offer person-centered services on the unceded territory of the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem) First Nation, q̓ic̓əy̓ (Katzie) First Nation, Kwantlen First Nation, and the Coast Salish People including the territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
Our agency stands in solidarity with all Indigenous Nations to repatriate their children back to their home communities and nations.
Interested in joining a Healthy Babies group? We’d love to hear from you.
Our Young Parents Program specializes in helping young families who could benefit from extra support, child development information, and referrals to other programs.
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