Early Experiences Workshop

Virtual- Strengthening Families

Early Experiences: The Influence of Stress on Children’s Development This workshop will explore the impact of family violence and other family conflict on children is developing brains. Stress and anxiety can be healthy responses to difficult situations for children, but when stress and anxiety is prolonged and frequent it can lead to negative health outcomes […]

Coffee and Playtime Collaboration with Art Therapist (ages 0-17)

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Christy from CRATE, an experienced art therapist, leads engaging family art therapy workshops that teach participants about the therapeutic benefits of art-making. Through hands-on activities and guided discussions, Christy helps families explore techniques for self-expression, stress relief, and personal reflection. Register

Free

Strides Forward Workshop

Virtual- Strengthening Families

Learning how to move forward and navigate a co-parenting arrangement amongst changing relationships can be difficult. Join Family Access Services to learn more about common challenges associated to co-parenting, the benefits of establishing a healthy co-parenting arrangement and different strategies and ideas for making co-parenting more manageable. Free Virtual Email to register Click Here to […]

Changing Families: The Divorce Act

Virtual- Strengthening Families

Changes to Canada’s federal Divorce Act came into effect in March of 2021. Come join YW’s Family Access Services team to learn more about these changes and the impact they may have on Canadian families experiencing separation and divorce. Participants will learn more about the impact of family conflict on children, describe how the changes […]

Family Yoga: Starting the day off Right

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Come join us in a gentle yoga practice to learn about poses that will help your baby with digestion and sleep. This is an opportunity to connect and create a strong healthy bond with your baby while enjoying a gentle stretch for yourself. Namaste! In this session, a guest facilitator will lead families into a state […]

Free

Kids Create (Ages 18m-6)

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

  Join us in person as children explore different materials and learn new skills each week to spark their imagination and create something truly unique. Register

Free
Recurring

Understanding Influences Workshop

Virtual- Strengthening Families

Conflict can have a profound impact on children’s physical, social, emotional and cognitive development. In this workshop we will explore the impacts of family conflict on the developing brain, and how we, as important adults in a child’s life, can resolve family conflict in ways that help children learn appropriate conflict-resolution skills and build resiliency. […]

Parent Chat: Parenting Style Plus playtime

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

This parent chat will help parents/caregivers' identity their own parenting style as well as the style of their co-parent/caregiver and will help participants find ways to align those parenting styles in ways that benefit children. Register

Free

Coffee and Playtime (ages 0-17)

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Coffee and Play is a program that provides a safe and supportive environment where caregivers can bring their little ones to explore and engage in a variety of play activities, and come together with others to discuss their challenges, share their experiences, and learn from one another. During each session, participants will be provided with […]

Free
Recurring

Understanding Influences Workshop

Virtual- Strengthening Families

Conflict can have a profound impact on children’s physical, social, emotional and cognitive development. In this workshop we will explore the impacts of family conflict on the developing brain, and how we, as important adults in a child’s life, can resolve family conflict in ways that help children learn appropriate conflict-resolution skills and build resiliency. […]