We provide strength-based programs and services that are oriented around the well-being of children, youth, and families.
Our free workshops and groups are open to the public and provide opportunities to learn various parenting skills and connect with other parents and families. We offer virtual and in-person events.
April 19 @ 1:00PM – 2:00PM
Share the love of language through songs, rhymes and simple signs for your little one….
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Join us for an outdoor playgroup! Play with tunnels, balls, hockey sticks, hula hoops &…
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We can’t do this work alone! There are several opportunities to get involved with Westcoast and support families-in-need across the lower mainland.
Cash gifts allow us to go above and beyond for families, helping them to reach their full potential even faster.
Westcoast is an equal opportunity employer and we’re always looking to expand our team of mission-driven professionals.
Read about what’s new and upcoming at Westcoast Family Centres – including parenting tips, upcoming workshops, and more.
March 19, 2024
WCF Updates
This week’s Teachings Tuesday is generously offered by Culturally Committed Community Member, Aaron Rivard (Cree-Metis). Thank you, Aaron – for your beautiful, open heart and your commitment to this work. During one of our recent Learning/Talking Circles at work, I…
ViewJanuary 25, 2024
Program Updates
Parenting is not easy, and it can be particularly daunting for young parents who often have lower income, less knowledge of the system and supports available to them, and less stability overall – particularly while our community is facing inflation…
ViewJanuary 25, 2024
Program Updates
The holiday season can be a stressful and difficult time for many of our families, not only because of the pressure of gift giving and entertaining, but also because it can remind folks of lost loved ones or painful memories….
ViewSeptember 1, 2023
WCF Updates
After two years of thoughtful collaboration and deliberation, Westcoast Family Centres Society (WFC) and Westcoast Childcare Resource Centre (WCCRC) have forged a valued alliance and kinship and have recognized the profound impact of uniting both organizations. The organizations have worked…
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