Strengthening Communities.
Westcoast Family Centres strengthens relationships between children and families and between families and their communities.
About Us
Westcoast Family Centres strengthens relationships between children and families and between families and their communities.
About UsWe provide strength-based programs and services that are oriented around the well-being of children, youth, and families.
Our free workshops and groups are open to the public and provide opportunities to learn various parenting skills and connect with other parents and families. We offer virtual and in-person events.
December 31 @ 10:00AM – 12:00PM
Online
Free
Join us for a FREE online parenting group in Farsi. Parents of children ages 0-12…
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January 4 @ 12:30PM – 1:30PM
0-6 Years
Como Lake
Free
Bring the family and join us for a walk to learn about the lands of…
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There are many other organizations in the community that exist to support you and your family.
We can’t do this work alone! There are several opportunities to get involved with Westcoast and support families-in-need across the lower mainland.
Cash gifts allow us to go above and beyond for families, helping them to reach their full potential even faster.
Westcoast is an equal opportunity employer and we’re always looking to expand our team of mission-driven professionals.
Read about what’s new and upcoming at Westcoast Family Centres – including parenting tips, upcoming workshops, and more.
July 11, 2024
WCF Updates
Over the past year, Westcoast Family Centres has demonstrated remarkable adaptability and resilience, akin to many of our peers in the sector. We’ve navigated numerous transitions and are immensely proud of our staff, client families, and community for collectively surmounting…
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June 24, 2024
WCF Updates
Have a blast this summer with over 30 family-friendly activities for you and your kids. From homemade crafts to simple challenges, the fun begins in your very own neighbourhood. This passport is for you and your family to participate in…
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March 19, 2024
WCF Updates
This week’s Teachings Tuesday is generously offered by Culturally Committed Community Member, Aaron Rivard (Cree-Metis). Thank you, Aaron – for your beautiful, open heart and your commitment to this work. During one of our recent Learning/Talking Circles at work, I…
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January 25, 2024
Program Updates
Parenting is not easy, and it can be particularly daunting for young parents who often have lower income, less knowledge of the system and supports available to them, and less stability overall – particularly while our community is facing inflation…
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What was becoming a trying holiday turned into a most memorable, unforgettable, joyous Christmas. We cannot thank you enough for your kindness, generosity and thoughtfulness with our Holiday Hamper. You made me a believer again and made my son’s Christmas one for the ages. We will never forget this.
Family
Thank you Westcoast and to their hamper helpers for their generosity. Our hamper was greatly appreciated and it has helped make our Christmas even more special.
Family
Life is not easy, if we can bring some comfort and hope to people, giving them our hands when they need them, and if we can make other people’s lives easier, then it’s a beautiful thing to do, Westcoast has been doing all these beautiful things to support and help families!
Westcoast Staff
WFC encourages staff to have work/life balance by checking in regularly and encouraging us to use our vacation time and take care of our own mental health.
Westcoast Staff
What I love about Westcoast is the team I work with and the managers we have. I love how the managers are able to highlight and empower me and my work with strength-based approach.
Westcoast Staff
We appreciate the hampers because it helped us so much. Since living in Canada, we’ve never received such generous Christmas gifts and gift cards for food. The children so excited and almost couldn’t wait until Christmas Eve to open their gifts. Mom is shopping to make Christmas dinner using the gift cards given to her from the hampers. A big thank you to the sponsor!
Family
For a few years we didn’t buy any new clothes until we received the Christmas Hampers. Thank you for the new clothing and all the Christmas’s gifts for my family.
Family
It’s more than just a bike. My son and I would like to thank you & express our sincere gratitude for your generous support and gift card. Your donation made it possible for my 7 year old son to safely ride a new bike which boosted his confidence since his had no brakes on his old one. Because of this gift card, my son and I spent some one on one valuable time together, his safety was prioritized. Your generosity is what helps children in care strengthen their families so they can stay together, thrive, and look forward to future engagements. Thank you for helping our family when we had no other means to provide.
Single Mom, Westcoast Family Centres
Healthy babies has been there for me through the thick and thin. When I became closer to 30 weeks I was given so many tips and resources which helped me calm down about giving birth. Healthy babies amazed me with how they handled my early delivery and how they were able to help me find resources to help in the NICU. I highly recommend this group to anyone who is struggling with anxiety, depression, issues with their pregnancy, or just in general need support.
Healthy Babies Parent
Healthy Babies helped me be present for my kids, even at the hardest times. They provided a safe space where I could talk about my parenting journey and build friendships with other moms. They also shared lots about self-care and ways of making nutritious food on a budget. It all made a huge difference on my mental health and enabled me to be the best mom I could be.
Healthy Babies Parent
