Inventory of resources for residents of the Burnaby and Tri-Cities area.
Come and spend fun-filled hours with your children. Come socialize and meet other parents. Your child will develop new skills and make new friends. A donation of $2.00 per family would be appreciated.
Metrotown
Monday 9:30 am-11:30am and 12:30pm to 2:30,
Tuesday 9:30am -11:30am and 3:30pm-5:30pm,
Wednesday 9:30am -11:30am,
Friday 1:30pm-1:30pm, Saturday 10:00am-12:00pm
North Burnaby Learning Centre
Saturday 10:00am-12:00pm
This is an on-going weekly educational support group for parents with babies aged six to 18 months. Families interested in this program can drop in anytime. Topics include challenges of parenting, infant development, infant health, safety, nutrition and learning songs and rhymes together. Join us for a healthy snack, group discussion and making new friends.
"Raising children in a new society is a difficult task. We provide information on child development, Canadian school system, childcare options, positive discipline and much more. Come and meet other mothers and fathers and share your stories in a safe and supportive environment. Free quality childcare available. To register call 604-659-2205. Please refer to the Program Guide for dates and times."
English only.
"Vancouver Circles of Care and Connection, part of the unique Early Childhood Development Refugee Pilot Project, provides early child development and settlement support to young refugee children and their families. We visit families in their homes and help to bridge them to ECD service in Vancouver. Language provided depends on individual family's needs."
Translated educational handouts on health issues.
Dentists, physiotherapists and other community resources who speak other languages, accept IFH or offer reduced fees.
An overview of the main countries from which Canada receives refugees, with a focus on political and health issues.