Understanding Influences: Family Conflict and the Developing Brain
YW Calgary Online (Virtual) 1715 17 Ave. S.E., CalgaryUnderstanding Influences: Family Conflict and the Developing Brain
YW Calgary Online (Virtual) 1715 17 Ave. S.E., CalgaryRecognize and Respond: Understanding and Supporting Children’s Needs
YW Calgary Online (Virtual) 1715 17 Ave. S.E., CalgaryLittle Red Reading House (ages 0 – 6) – WAITLIST ONLY
Little Red Reading House 922 8 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0M3, CalgaryCancelled – Parent Chat: Parental Guilt (ages 0 – 17)
YW Calgary Online (Virtual) 1715 17 Ave. S.E., CalgaryFire Safety for Parents (ages 0 – 17) Plus Playtime
YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, CalgaryWhat to Expect: Supervised Parenting Time Explained
YW Calgary Online (Virtual) 1715 17 Ave. S.E., CalgaryStrides Forward: Strategies and Supports for Effective Co-parenting
YW Calgary Online (Virtual) 1715 17 Ave. S.E., CalgaryUnderstanding Challenging Behaviours (ages 6-12)
YW Calgary Online (Virtual) 1715 17 Ave. S.E., Calgary- No events scheduled for October 23, 2022.
Week of Events
Changing Families: Amendments to Canada’s Divorce Act- Law Collaboration Session
Changing Families: Amendments to Canada’s Divorce Act- Law Collaboration Session
Changes to Canada’s federal Divorce Act came into effect in March of 2021. Come join us to learn more about these changes and the impact they may have on Canadian families experiencing separation and divorce. In this session the Strengthening Families Facilitator will be joined by guest Legal Presenters and participants will have the opportunity […]
It’s Potty Time (ages 0 – 6) Plus Playtime
It’s Potty Time (ages 0 – 6) Plus Playtime
This workshop will provide parents and caregivers with more information on potty learning when/if children are ready and strategies for helping children feel confident with the potty. Register with us for our in-person workshops that offer Plus Playtime. Your child will have the opportunity to engage in various developmentally-appropriate play and learning activities with our […]
Understanding Influences: Family Conflict and the Developing Brain
Understanding Influences: Family Conflict and the Developing Brain
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. […]
Loose Parts Play (ages 0-6)
Loose Parts Play (ages 0-6)
Fuel your child’s creativity and sense of exploration with us. We are exploring loose parts together which are open-ended materials that have unlimited possibilities. Then bring these ideas home with you for extended play at home. Register
Understanding Influences: Family Conflict and the Developing Brain
Understanding Influences: Family Conflict and the Developing Brain
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. […]
Recognize and Respond: Understanding and Supporting Children’s Needs
Recognize and Respond: Understanding and Supporting Children’s Needs
Are you supporting your child through a big change like separation, divorce or family restructuring? Family restructuring can be overwhelming and bring about a variety of challenges that require adjustment for both children and their caregivers. Participants in this workshop will learn more about recognizing and understanding children’s needs and emotions during difficult times. We […]
Little Red Reading House (ages 0 – 6) – WAITLIST ONLY
Little Red Reading House (ages 0 – 6) – WAITLIST ONLY
Join us for an afternoon of exploring books and the magical world at Calgary Reads Little Red Reading House in Inglewood. This session is now waitlisted. Register
Soup Sisters
Soup Sisters
The YW is supported by donations of soup every month from Calgary Soup Sisters and Broth Brothers.
Cancelled – Parent Chat: Parental Guilt (ages 0 – 17)
Cancelled – Parent Chat: Parental Guilt (ages 0 – 17)
As a parent we have all kinds of real and perceived expectations, some that we are able to meet and others that we can’t or won’t, which can bring us all kinds of parental guilt. In this parent chat, we are going to talk about those places where we feel guilt and learn strategies for […]
Fire Safety for Parents (ages 0 – 17) Plus Playtime
Fire Safety for Parents (ages 0 – 17) Plus Playtime
Join us with the Calgary Fire Department to learn how to keep ourselves and our family safe in case of a fire. Topics covered will include Close Before You Doze, Smoke Alarm Awareness, Home Escape Plans and What to do In Case of Fire, and Calling 9-1-1. This session will give you the tools to teach your […]
What to Expect: Supervised Parenting Time Explained
What to Expect: Supervised Parenting Time Explained
Being ordered to have supervised parenting time with your child can bring up anxiety, but knowing what to expect and being able to prepare ahead can help us be more confident, present and comfortable. This workshop will provide an overview of what to expect during supervised parenting time, provide strategies to help make this time […]
Strides Forward: Strategies and Supports for Effective Co-parenting
Strides Forward: Strategies and Supports for Effective Co-parenting
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. This program is free of charge and open […]
Bellies and Babies (ages prenatal – 3m)
Bellies and Babies (ages prenatal – 3m)
Please join us for a casual chat group where you can meet with an Alberta Health Services childbirth educator and connect with other parents on the topics of pregnancy, labour and birth, breastfeeding / feeding your baby, infant sleep, newborn care, transition to parenthood and early parenting. Register
Understanding Challenging Behaviours (ages 6-12)
Understanding Challenging Behaviours (ages 6-12)
This workshop will look at the link between strong emotions and impulsive behaviour in little children. Facilitators will share information to build understanding around what drives challenging behaviour and some different ways to respond Register
Playtime with Dad (ages 0 – 17)
Playtime with Dad (ages 0 – 17)
Calling all those who identify as dads and grandfathers! Are you looking to spend some 1:1 time with your little one and in need of a fun, interactive space? Join us for engaging activities to spend some quality time with your little ones. Register
Month Long Events
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