This is a drop in program. No registration required. Children move more, play longer, balance their safety and risk, increase self-regulation and build skills for dealing with stress when they play outside! At Family Centre West, families with children under 8 will have access to active play in our outdoor play space. There will be play […]

Parents and Children Together (PACT) Building a strong foundation in the early years increases positive outcomes for children later in life. Early experiences shape the brain and lay the foundation for all development and behavior that follows. This is why parents and children playing together is so important. Facilitators create an environment where children can […]

Community kitchen programs are offered to all interested community members who may struggle with food insecurity. Classes include information on healthy meal ideas, stretching your food plan on a budget, nutritional facts, food safety and new cooking techniques to make your meals fun! Two recipes are provided that can be portioned out for 4 people.  […]

Having a baby changes everything!  Join us and connect with other new parents, share the joys of baby’s first milestones, discover strategies to help with managing the role of parenting and create some lasting memories and friendships.  There will be activities for parents to create to take home.  The program works well for infants up […]

Play helps kids to learn and develop good coping skills, improve literacy, encourages independence and promotes physical health and wellbeing. RAP is a drop off play program designed for kids ages 5-8. Kids will work with facilitators to explore all types of play – dramatic, messy, science, outdoor sport, games and more. They’ll make new […]

This is a drop in program. No registration required. Program dates: Tuesdays January 10 - March 28 @9:30am - 11:00am Program fee: Free Parent Café will host a blended program of play activities (indoor & outdoor) for your kiddos with supervision provided by Family Centre. This means time to connect with other parents where we […]

Please register by calling 403-320-4232.  We will limit the program up to 6 day home providers. Everyone involved in the lives of children have an impact on their healthy development. Family Centre recognizes that day home providers have a stake in ensuring the wellbeing of children in their care. Providers will be given the opportunity […]

Community kitchen programs are offered to all interested community members who may struggle with food insecurity. Classes include information on healthy meal ideas, stretching your food plan on a budget, nutritional facts, food safety and new cooking techniques to make your meals fun! Two recipes are provided that can be portioned out for 4 people.  […]

One of our most popular baby programs is coming to the west side! Having a baby changes everything.  Join us and connect with other new parents, share the joys of baby’s first milestones, discover strategies to help with managing the role of parenting and create some lasting memories and friendships.  There will be activities for […]

This is a drop in program. No registration required. Program dates:  Tuesdays January 10-March 28 @3:30pm - 5:00pm, Wednesdays January 11-March 29 @9:30am - 11:00am, and Fridays January 13-March 31@9:30am - 11:00am Program fee: Free Play is so important for the early years.  It is important for healthy brain development and helps very young children […]

This is a drop in program. No registration required. Program dates:  Tuesdays January 10-March 28 @3:30pm - 5:00pm, Wednesdays January 11-March 29 @9:30am - 11:00am, and Fridays January 13-March 31@9:30am - 11:00am Program fee: Free Play is so important for the early years.  It is important for healthy brain development and helps very young children […]

Children learn about rhyme, rhythm and playing with language which help them develop skills for reading. Parents learn to enjoy rhymes, finger plays, songs and simple movement games with their infants and toddlers in a supportive peer group. This oral language development program promotes positive parenting. The program is designed for infants and toddlers 3 […]

Community kitchen programs are offered to all interested community members who may struggle with food insecurity. Classes include information on healthy meal ideas, stretching your food plan on a budget, nutritional facts, food safety and new cooking techniques to make your meals fun! Two recipes are provided that can be portioned out for 4 people.  […]

Are you looking for an opportunity to have your children engage with seniors in our community? Are you a senior and miss your grandchildren? Are you a homeschooler or working from home and looking for an outlet to get your children active? Are your children not able to connect with grandparents regularly? We are partnering […]

The program is open to all First Nations, Metis and Inuit families. The sessions are based on the supporting father involvement curriculum and considers the Individual, the Parent – Child Relationship, the Couple Relationship, the Four Generations, and the Community set within a Blackfoot understanding.  Indigenous facilitators with Blackfoot Elders lead discussions and activities that […]

This registered parent and child (0-5 years old) interactive playgroup focuses on play that stimulates your child's senses: touch, smell, taste, movement, balance, sight and hearing. Sensory activities facilitate exploration and naturally encourage children to use scientific processes while they play, create, investigate and explore. You and your child may make slime, finger paint with […]

Our community kitchen program is offered through Zoom to all interested community members who may struggle with food insecurity. Classes include information on healthy meal ideas, stretching your food plan on a budget, nutritional facts, food safety and new cooking techniques to make your meals fun! Recipes are provided that can be portioned out for […]

The program is open to all First Nations, Metis and Inuit youth aged 12 -15. These cooking sessions will include one recipe to make and take home along with discussions and activities focused on the seven sacred teachings. Blackfoot Elders and Knowledge Keepers will join the youth on occasion. To register or for more information […]

This Triple P group is a 5 week program where parents with children under 12, actively participate in a range of exercises to learn about the causes of child behavior problems, setting specific goals, and using strategies to promote child development, manage misbehavior, and plan for high-risk situations. Discussions include positive parenting, teaching new skills, […]

This is a drop in program. No registration required. Program dates:  Tuesdays January 10-March 28 @3:30pm - 5:00pm, Wednesdays January 11-March 29 @9:30am - 11:00am, and Fridays January 13-March 31@9:30am - 11:00am Program fee: Free Play is so important for the early years.  It is important for healthy brain development and helps very young children […]

This is a drop in program. No registration required. Children move more, play longer, balance their safety and risk, increase self-regulation and build skills for dealing with stress when they play outside! At Family Centre West, families with children under 8 will have access to active play in our outdoor play space. There will be play […]

Community kitchen programs are offered to all interested community members who may struggle with food insecurity. Classes include information on healthy meal ideas, stretching your food plan on a budget, nutritional facts, food safety and new cooking techniques to make your meals fun! Two recipes are provided that can be portioned out for 4 people.  […]

Rainbows is a new support group for children offered by Family Centre. Elementary-aged children (ages 6-8) speak about their feelings and share their grief in a safe environment in a small group setting. The program will provide structured activities along with free play designed to help children learn to cope with grief and loss they […]

This is a drop in program. No registration required. Program date: Fridays January 20 - March 31, 2023 @1:30pm - 3:00pm Program fee: Free What can you do with a paper roll tube?  How can we use this Lego block?  As children use self-expression, creativity and design they will be introduced to concepts in construction […]

Being in the kitchen is a fun, hands-on way to teach literacy, science, math and food and kitchen safety. We know that cooking and enjoying good food offers important nutrition, not only for the body, but also the mind and heart. This program teaches 9 – 12 year olds, how to cook balanced, delicious, and […]

This is a drop in program. No registration required. Program date: Saturdays January 7 - March 25 (no program Feb 18) @10:00am - 11:30am Program fee: Free Calling all fathers, uncles, grandfathers and male caregivers! Activities will be focused on helping male caregivers connect with their children in a fun yet supportive environment. A facilitator […]