Westcoast Family Centres

Evening Family Resource Program
2024-12-02 17:00 - 18:30, 2024-12-09 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Vancouver) | WFC Tri-Cities Office, 2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC, V3B 1L6
Come connect with other families and enjoy playtime, stories and free resources. Open to Parents and caregivers with Children 0-6 years old.
Details:

Registration is required for each session. Spots open weekly!
Every Monday, September 9 – December 9, 2024 from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Excluding September 30, October 7 October 14 and November 11
Open to all parents/caregivers with children 0-6 years old
In-person group indoors at the WFC Tri-Cities office (2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam).
Light dinner included

If you have any questions about this group, please email Amy Carreiro at amy.carreiro@westcoastfamily.org.

Mindful Parenting in Farsi (Ages 0-12)
2024-12-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-24 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-31 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-01-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Online, Digital - See Post For Details, Canada
Join us for a FREE online parenting group in Farsi. Parents of children ages 0-12 will learn important parenting principles, skills, and strategies.

Dealing with oppositional and defiant children
Setting limits and boundaries
Power struggles
Age-appropriate consequences
House rules and more!

Schedule:

Every Tuesday from September 10 – November 5, 2024
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Connecting online via Zoom

After the first session has passed, please email communications@westcoastfamily.org to register.

My Family is Changing... Let's Talk
2024-12-03 16:00 - 17:00 | The Link, 2780 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V5M 1Y8, Canada
Join us for activities and snacks as we explore the ups and downs and all the big feelings together.
This group is for children 6-8 years old, navigating separation and divorce.
SCHEDULE:

Every Tuesday, November 12– December 3, 2024
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
In person group, at the Link (2780 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V5M 1Y8)
You will be automatically registered for every session.

Register Here

Kids N Tech
2024-12-04 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-01-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Online, Digital - See Post For Details, Canada
Join us virtually on the first Tuesday of every month from 6:00 – 7:00 PM to delve into the world of technology its impacts on child development.
Topics are stand-alone so hop onto one or any sessions you’d like!
Hosted by family counsellor Kevin Doan
SCHEDULE:

Every Wednesday, November 6, December 4, 2024. January 8, March 5, April 2, May 7, 2025
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Online via Zoom

Register Here

Grassroots Parenting
2024-12-06 08:45 - 10:00 | Ecole Glen Elementary School, 3064 Glen Dr, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 2P9, Canada
Join us for a free parenting program to explore effective parenting strategies and build connections with other parents. For parents of children K – Gr. 5.
Details:

Every Friday from October 4 – December 6, 2024, 8:45 AM – 10:00 AM
DROP-IN, no registration required!
For parents with children in elementary school
In-person at Ecole Glen Elementary School
Snacks and beverages will be provided
No child-minding available at this time.

If you have any questions about this group or other programs, please email us at communications@westcoastfamily.org

Virtual Mother Goose in Mandarin & Cantonese
2024-12-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-12-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Online, Digital - See Post For Details, Canada
Join us every Friday for Virtual Mother Goose in Mandarin & Cantonese! Join these virtual sessions with your little ones (0-6) for songs, rhymes and dance!
Details:

Every Monday, October 21 – December 16, 2024 (no group November 11), 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Pre-registration required.
For parents with children 0-6 years old
Free, virtual online group via Zoom

If you have any questions, please email us directly at stephanie.briggs@westcoastfamily.org

Circle of Security
2024-12-09 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-16 10:00 - 12:00 | WFC Tri-Cities Office, 2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC, V3B 1L6
Join us for Circle of Security and understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read their needs while learning how to support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions, parenting struggles and triggers.
Schedule:

Now running every Monday, October 21 – December 16, 2024 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Except Nov. 11, 2024
WFC Tri-Cities Office

If you have any questions, please email shawna.comey@westcoastfamily.org.

Women's Empowerment Group
2024-12-09 12:00 - 13:30, 2024-12-16 12:00 - 13:30 | The Link, 2780 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V5M 1Y8, Canada
As a Support space for Women, we will talk about healthy/unhealthy relationships, healthy communication strategies, boundaries and self-regulation, self-compassion, self-care, and community care and more!
Schedule:

Now running every Monday, November 18 – December 16, 2024 from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
WFC The Link

Please fill out the following form to indicate your interest and support needs by Friday, November 8, 2024:
bit.ly/womens-empowerment-group-form

If you have any questions, please email jillian.steger@westcoastfamily.org or breanna.bruns@wescoastfamily.org

Mother Goose in Port Coquitlam
2024-12-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-16 13:00 - 14:00 | WFC Tri-Cities Office, 2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC, V3B 1L6
Come join us for Mother Goose in Port Coquitlam to learn songs, rhymes & stories with your little ones aged 0-6 years old.
Details:

DROP-IN, no registration required.
Mondays, Oct 21 to Dec 16, 2024, from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
At WFC Tri-Cities Office

If you have any questions about this group, please email shawna.comey@westcoastfamily.org.

Early Years Holiday Party
2024-12-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Victoria Hall, 3435 Victoria Dr, Coquitlam, BC, V3B 2V6, Canada
Join us for the following activities:

Community Resource Info Tables: YMCA CCRR, Kinsight, Family Smart, City of Poco, Coquitlam RCMP, Step by Step, Little Words, & more.
Visit with Santa Claus.
Crafts with Elder Maria Reed.
Circle & Storytime.

Details:

DROP-IN, no registration required.
December 13, 2024
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
At Victoria Hall, 3435 Victoria Dr, Coquitlam (Upstairs)

If you have any questions about this event, please contact: shawna.comey@westcoastfamily.org

Saturday Storytime
2024-12-14 14:00 - 15:00 | 1130 Austin Avenue, 1130 Austin Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada
Join us for storytime & songs and an active circle time for families with children 0-6 years.
Details:

Pre-registration required.
Saturdays, October 5 & 19, November 2, 16 & 30, and December 14, 2024, from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
In person group, 1130 Austin Avenue

If you have any questions about this group, please email Brandie Cristales at brandie.cristales@westcoastfamily.org.

Saturday Strolls
2025-01-04 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-01-11 12:30 - 13:30 | Como Lake, 700 Gatensbury St, Coquitlam, BC, V3J 5G8, Canada
Bring the family and join us for a walk to learn about the lands of the ƛ̓éxətəm Regional Park. Rain or Shine.
For families with kids 0-6. Older siblings welcome.
Details:

DROP-IN, no registration required.
Saturdays, January 4 – February 15, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
At Como Lake (meet near playground)

If you have any questions about this group, please contact Brandie Cristales at brandie.cristales@westcoastfamily.org.

Power of Play
2025-01-08 09:30 - 11:30 | WFC Tri-Cities Office, 2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC, V3B 1L6
Come join us for a fun-filled drop-in. A Family Navigator will be there for all your resource needs!
Details:

No registration required, drop-in program
Wednesdays, January 8 – February 19, 2025 & March 12, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM, no session Jan 22 & March 5
At WFC Tri-Cities Office (2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam), around back

If you have any questions about this group or other DROP-IN WINTER HAPPENINGS programs, please email us at family.nav@westcoastfamily.org

Baby & Me
2025-01-08 12:00 - 14:00 | WFC Tri-Cities Office, 2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC, V3B 1L6
Come play with your little one and connect with other parents & babies!
Details:

DROP-IN, no registration required.
Wednesdays, January 8 – February 19, 2025 & March 12, 2025, from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
No session on January 22
At the WFC Tri-Cities Office at the back of the building (2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 1L6)

If you have any questions about this group or other DROP-IN WINTER HAPPENINGS programs, please email us at family.nav@westcoastfamily.org

Forest Fridays: Connect with Nature
2025-01-10 15:30 - 16:30 | Mundy Park, 641 Hillcrest St, Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Bring the family and join us for an after dinner walk in the beautiful woods of Mundy Park. Rain or shine!
Details:

DROP-IN, no registration required.
Fridays, January 10 – March 21, 2025
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
At Mundy Park (641 Hillcrest St., Coquitlam)

Meet up at the bathrooms near the playground

If you have any questions about this group, please email brandie.cristales@westcoastfamily.org

Dinner & Story - Connect with Community
2025-01-10 17:30 - 18:30 | 1111 Brunette Ave, 1111 Brunette Ave, Coquitlam, British Columbia, V3K1E9, Canada
Bring the family to meet others in your community as we gather together for a light dinner & story. For families 0-6, older siblings welcome to join.
Details:

Registration required.
Fridays, January 10 – March 21, 2025, bi-weekly, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
At 1111 Brunette Ave. (Community room in middle of complex) Be mindful of parking restrictions in the area.

If you have any questions about this group or want to register, please email brandie.cristales@westcoastfamily.org

Mother Goose
2025-01-13 13:00 - 14:00 | WFC Tri-Cities Office, 2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC, V3B 1L6
Come drop-in and join us for songs, stories, and rhymes with your little one. For families with children ages 0-6.
Details:

DROP-IN, no registration required.
Mondays, January 13 – March 10, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
At WFC Tri-Cities Office, around back

If you have any questions about this group, please email shawna.comey@westcoastfamily.org.

Evening Family Resource Program
2025-01-13 17:00 - 18:30 | WFC Tri-Cities Office, 2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC, V3B 1L6
Come connect with other families and enjoy playtime, stories and free resources. Open to Parents and caregivers with Children 0-6 years old.
Details:

Registration is required for each session. Limited capacity available. Spots open weekly on Tuesdays!
Every Monday, January 13 – March 17, 2025 from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Excluding February 17 & March 3
Open to all parents/caregivers with children 0-6 years old
In-person group indoors at the WFC Tri-Cities office (2062 Manning Ave, Port Coquitlam).
Light dinner included

If you have any questions about this group or other WINTER HAPPENINGS programs, please email us at family.nav@westcoastfamily.org
