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Changing Families: The Divorce Act

Virtual- Strengthening Families

Changing Families: Amendments to Canada’s Divorce Act
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 can help keep families safer and apply this knowledge to improve navigation of the family justice system

Email to register: strengtheningfamilies@ywcalgary.ca

Parent Chat: Managing Transitions Plus Child Minding

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

Discover the strategies to managing transitions as a family in our engaging presentation! Learn practical strategies, gain valuable insights, and strengthen family bonds as we embrace transitions together. Register

Free

Family Yoga: Starting the day off Right (ages 0-4)

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

Canada’s Divorce Act-Workshop

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 can help keep families safer and apply this knowledge to improve navigation of the family justice system.

Email to Register: strengtheningfamilies@ywcalgary.ca

Recognize and Respond workshop

Virtual- Strengthening Families

Separation, divorce and family restructuring can bring about a variety of different changes and challenges for both children and their families. Participants in this workshop will learn more about recognizing and understanding children’s needs and emotions during difficult times. Additionally, participant will explore different strategies and skills to be able to more effectively respond to […]

Bring’n the Sing’n (ages 0-6)

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

Rhymes, stories, and songs. Bring your little on, to come and sing along! Dance, move, get into the grove. Build your attachment in a fun, loving way. This class will make you and your baby’s day!! Register

Free

Early Experiences Workshop

Virtual- Strengthening Families

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 for children as they grow. Participants in this workshop […]

Coffee and Playtime Collaboration with Nutritionist (ages 0-17)

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

Our session with the Kindred Dietitian will provide a supportive environment for families to raise questions and participate in meaningful discussions about nutrition, fostering a sense of community while empowering parents and caregivers with knowledge and practical advice for healthier eating habits. Register

Free

Taking Care Workshop

Virtual- Strengthening Families

This workshop will examine the specific challenges that family restructuring can bring and focus on strategies to promote self-care in adults and children to enhance overall family well-being during separation and divorce. Participants will learn strategies and develop tools to keep themselves and their children emotionally safer through family transitions, as well as recognizing the […]

Early Experiences Workshop

Virtual- Strengthening Families

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 for children as they grow. Participants in this workshop […]

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