Movement for Busy Bodies (ages 2-6)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

How do we promote active play? Invite your children to join you as we use materials from our home and learn how to move our bodies to stay active! Register

Coffee Break with Mindfulicity

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Why is the topic of mental wellness and resilience in the workplace especially important for this month? Mindfulicity expert Lana Bentley will be joined by special guest Pauline Iheme to discuss the impact of discrimination to mental health. Pauline is a 2022 Fellow in the YWCA Canada Leadership Fellowship and a member of the Equity, […]

Early Brain Dev and Brain Arch (parents of ages 0-12) – Plus Playtime

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

Are you new to brain science and child development? Do you have a little one, and want to better understand their brain development? This session is for you. We will be covering three developmental stages: infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Come and learn about your child’s brain development during these crucial years and how you [...]

Dad Chat: Modern Fatherhood (parents of ages 0-17)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Join us for an evening of community, honest conversation, and discussion about the reality of fatherhood in today’s world. How can fathers challenge social norms of parenting and grow in their ability to connect meaningfully with their children. This session will highlight a father’s role but is not limited for those who do not identify […]

Resilience: Stressful Experiences and Child Dev (parents of ages 0-17)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Did you know your child can be also stressed just like any of us? During this session, we will explore different types of stresses children experience and how it affects their development, followed by a group discussion about strategies for developing resilient children. Register [...]

Cyberbullying (parents of ages 7+)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

This workshop provides parents or caregivers with information about youth and cyberbullying. Together we will discuss ways to talk to your child about cyberbullying and strategies for developing resilient online children. Register

Parent Chat: Navigating Peer Relationships (ages 0-17)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Peer relationships are one of the hardest things for children and parents.  In this parent chat we will talk about ways that we can help our children learn and understand what makes a healthy peer relationship, gain skills to talk to our children about their peer relationships and strategize with each other how to [...]

Loose Parts Play (ages 0-6)

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

Fuel your child’s creativity and sense of exploration with us. We are exploring loose parts together which are open-ended material that have unlimited possibilities. And then bring these ideas home with you for extended play at home. Register

Routines & Expectations (parents of ages 5-13)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Planning ahead and being proactive with our routines can help you, your child and your family thrive in any season. This session will provide caregivers with a framework of understanding the importance of routines and expectations, how to implement them and how to use them to grow more connected with your child. [...]

Distanced Playtime at the Park! (ages 0-17)

East Village Playground NB 6 St SE @, 8 Ave SE,, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Join us for an interactive gathering at East Village Park for some distanced play and chat. Come for the whole time, or just for some. This causal meetup is a great way to get to know other families in our community! Register